Greenville County, SC

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Greenville County Overview

528,251
TOTAL POPULATION
257,714
MALE POPULATION
270,537
FEMALE POPULATION
95.26
MALES / 100 FEMALES
104.98
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$40,427
PER CAPITA INCOME
$88,767
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$71,328
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
30.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
69.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,206
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
273,820
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
64.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Greenville County Area Codes

Race in Greenville County

The most populous races in Greenville County are White / Caucasian (368,154 | 69.7%), Black / African American (90,975 | 17.2%), and Hispanic or Latino (52,135 | 9.9%).
Race in Greenville County
Race# Population% Population
Asian13,3332.5%
Black / African American90,97517.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific2920.1%
Hispanic or Latino52,1359.9%
Native / Alaskan2,1340.4%
White / Caucasian368,15469.7%
Two or more Races32,8916.2%
Some other Race20,4723.9%
Total528,251100.0%

Ancestry in Greenville County

The most populous ancestries reported in Greenville County are English (66,326 | 12.6%), German (55,668 | 10.5%), Irish (50,805 | 9.6%), American (38,162 | 7.2%), and Mexican (20,957 | 4.0%), together accounting for 43.9% of all Greenville County residents.
Ancestry in Greenville County
Ancestry# Population% Population
African2,3890.4%
Albanian320.0%
Aleut90.0%
Alsatian150.0%
American38,1627.2%
Apache150.0%
Arab2,0460.4%
Argentinean2670.1%
Armenian5650.1%
Assyrian / Chaldean / Syriac490.0%
Australian450.0%
Austrian8980.2%
Bahamian250.0%
Bangladeshi260.0%
Barbadian90.0%
Basque100.0%
Belgian3210.1%
Belizean20.0%
Bermudan290.0%
Bhutanese1,3270.3%
Blackfeet1330.0%
Bolivian220.0%
Brazilian4850.1%
British4,8410.9%
British West Indian780.0%
Bulgarian2410.1%
Burmese1,4130.3%
Cajun340.0%
Cambodian300.0%
Canadian9640.2%
Celtic110.0%
Central American7,9051.5%
Central American Indian8360.2%
Cherokee1,1510.2%
Chilean1130.0%
Chippewa90.0%
Choctaw720.0%
Colombian8,8141.7%
Comanche80.0%
Costa Rican3720.1%
Cree20.0%
Creek490.0%
Croatian5220.1%
Cuban1,6680.3%
Cypriot90.0%
Czech1,1040.2%
Czechoslovakian1560.0%
Danish8840.2%
Delaware200.0%
Dominican9780.2%
Dutch4,3670.8%
Eastern European1,1120.2%
Ecuadorian6070.1%
Egyptian2180.0%
English66,32612.6%
Ethiopian480.0%
European9,4071.8%
Filipino2030.0%
Finnish1,3070.3%
French8,7231.7%
French American Indian70.0%
French Canadian2,4060.5%
German55,66810.5%
Ghanaian1610.0%
Greek2,3260.4%
Guamanian / Chamorro470.0%
Guatemalan2,6290.5%
Guyanese120.0%
Haitian8260.2%
Honduran3,9110.7%
Hungarian1,5870.3%
Icelander40.0%
Indian (Asian)2,9080.5%
Indonesian1770.0%
Inupiat150.0%
Iranian4140.1%
Iraqi280.0%
Irish50,8059.6%
Iroquois460.0%
Israeli1560.0%
Italian18,5313.5%
Jamaican9140.2%
Japanese430.0%
Jordanian310.0%
Kenyan720.0%
Korean2,2410.4%
Laotian1000.0%
Latvian3140.1%
Lebanese9620.2%
Liberian530.0%
Lithuanian5900.1%
Lumbee690.0%
Luxembourger440.0%
Macedonian210.0%
Malaysian400.0%
Maltese190.0%
Mexican20,9574.0%
Mexican American Indian8700.2%
Moroccan510.0%
Native Hawaiian1560.0%
Navajo710.0%
New Zealander230.0%
Nicaraguan1010.0%
Nigerian9280.2%
Northern European1,5310.3%
Norwegian3,6600.7%
Osage400.0%
Pakistani4100.1%
Palestinian840.0%
Panamanian1200.0%
Paraguayan380.0%
Pennsylvania German2610.1%
Peruvian6400.1%
Polish8,7311.7%
Portuguese1,3320.3%
Potawatomi650.0%
Pueblo60.0%
Puerto Rican5,6831.1%
Romanian7050.1%
Russian2,2960.4%
Salvadoran7720.2%
Samoan120.0%
Scandinavian1,3110.3%
Scotch-Irish14,0412.7%
Scottish15,0052.8%
Seminole120.0%
Senegalese420.0%
Serbian2280.0%
Shoshone80.0%
Sioux500.0%
Slavic2000.0%
Slovak8170.2%
Slovene1150.0%
Somali180.0%
South African2080.0%
South American12,5312.4%
South American Indian410.0%
Spaniard5590.1%
Spanish2580.1%
Spanish American Indian30.0%
Sri Lankan2,1350.4%
Subsaharan African3,9590.7%
Swedish3,9710.7%
Swiss1,1900.2%
Syrian2070.0%
Thai5,3611.0%
Tlingit-Haida70.0%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian2010.0%
Turkish2160.0%
U.S. Virgin Islander90.0%
Ugandan120.0%
Ukrainian9460.2%
Uruguayan5090.1%
Ute50.0%
Venezuelan1,5210.3%
Welsh3,8290.7%
West Indian1380.0%
Yugoslavian1180.0%
Yup'ik20.0%
Zimbabwean230.0%
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Immigrants in Greenville County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Greenville County came from Latin America (25,148 | 4.8%), Central America (14,744 | 2.8%), Asia (10,432 | 2.0%), Mexico (8,515 | 1.6%), and South America (8,413 | 1.6%), together accounting for 12.7% of all Greenville County residents.
Immigrants in Greenville County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa1,3750.3%
Argentina1830.0%
Armenia30.0%
Asia10,4322.0%
Australia830.0%
Austria1050.0%
Bahamas80.0%
Belgium700.0%
Belize20.0%
Bolivia160.0%
Brazil5440.1%
Bulgaria660.0%
Cambodia290.0%
Cameroon200.0%
Canada1,3290.3%
Caribbean1,9910.4%
Central America14,7442.8%
Chile560.0%
China1,4240.3%
Colombia5,5121.0%
Congo550.0%
Costa Rica1940.0%
Croatia200.0%
Cuba5750.1%
Czechoslovakia550.0%
Denmark510.0%
Dominican Republic4100.1%
Eastern Africa2650.1%
Eastern Asia2,7230.5%
Eastern Europe1,7140.3%
Ecuador3320.1%
Egypt1380.0%
El Salvador4980.1%
England8780.2%
Ethiopia290.0%
Europe6,6341.3%
Fiji230.0%
France3790.1%
Germany1,7610.3%
Ghana1640.0%
Greece2120.0%
Grenada440.0%
Guatemala2,0630.4%
Guyana180.0%
Haiti3080.1%
Honduras3,3170.6%
Hong Kong370.0%
Hungary270.0%
India3,6020.7%
Indonesia490.0%
Iran2520.1%
Iraq770.0%
Ireland680.0%
Israel370.0%
Italy810.0%
Jamaica5700.1%
Japan3980.1%
Jordan840.0%
Kazakhstan930.0%
Kenya420.0%
Korea8860.2%
Kuwait700.0%
Latin America25,1484.8%
Latvia1100.0%
Lebanon650.0%
Liberia90.0%
Malaysia90.0%
Mexico8,5151.6%
Micronesia730.0%
Middle Africa1110.0%
Moldova260.0%
Morocco250.0%
Netherlands650.0%
Nicaragua700.0%
Nigeria3420.1%
North Macedonia180.0%
Northern Africa1910.0%
Northern Europe1,8840.4%
Norway160.0%
Oceania2130.0%
Pakistan2730.1%
Panama850.0%
Peru2550.1%
Philippines9290.2%
Poland2100.0%
Portugal620.0%
Romania3160.1%
Russia5360.1%
Saudi Arabia110.0%
Scotland1760.0%
Senegal250.0%
Singapore130.0%
South Africa1150.0%
South America8,4131.6%
South Central Asia4,2320.8%
South Eastern Asia2,8440.5%
Southern Europe5620.1%
Spain2070.0%
Sri Lanka120.0%
Sweden640.0%
Switzerland820.0%
Syria1240.0%
Taiwan1540.0%
Thailand3320.1%
Trinidad and Tobago560.0%
Turkey840.0%
Uganda160.0%
Ukraine2640.1%
Uruguay2670.1%
Venezuela1,2120.2%
Vietnam1,2970.3%
Western Africa6490.1%
Western Asia6260.1%
Western Europe2,4740.5%
Zimbabwe430.0%
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Sex and Age in Greenville County

Sex and Age in Greenville County

The most populous age groups in Greenville County are 10 to 14 Years (18,182 | 7.1%) for men and 30 to 34 Years (18,656 | 6.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Greenville County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years16,514 (6.4%)15,240 (5.6%)
5 to 9 Years16,569 (6.4%)17,382 (6.4%)
10 to 14 Years18,182 (7.1%)16,148 (6.0%)
15 to 19 Years16,886 (6.6%)16,801 (6.2%)
20 to 24 Years16,495 (6.4%)16,855 (6.2%)
25 to 29 Years18,031 (7.0%)18,365 (6.8%)
30 to 34 Years18,080 (7.0%)18,656 (6.9%)
35 to 39 Years16,595 (6.4%)17,711 (6.6%)
40 to 44 Years17,347 (6.7%)16,876 (6.2%)
45 to 49 Years16,367 (6.4%)16,784 (6.2%)
50 to 54 Years16,715 (6.5%)17,057 (6.3%)
55 to 59 Years15,901 (6.2%)16,412 (6.1%)
60 to 64 Years16,188 (6.3%)17,930 (6.6%)
65 to 69 Years12,879 (5.0%)15,248 (5.6%)
70 to 74 Years10,847 (4.2%)12,522 (4.6%)
75 to 79 Years6,844 (2.7%)9,249 (3.4%)
80 to 84 Years4,240 (1.7%)5,709 (2.1%)
85 Years and over3,034 (1.2%)5,592 (2.1%)
Total257,714 (100.0%)270,537 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Greenville County

Median Family Size in Greenville County

The median family size in Greenville County is 3.03 persons per family, with married-couple families (101,796 | 73.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.11 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (10,198 | 7.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.71 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Greenville County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple101,796 (73.8%)3.11
Single Male/Father10,198 (7.4%)2.71
Single Female/Mother25,953 (18.8%)2.86
Total Families137,947 (100.0%)3.03

Median Household Size in Greenville County

The median household size in Greenville County is 2.45 persons per household, with married-couple households (101,796 | 48.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.12 persons per household. non-family households (72,402 | 34.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.22 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Greenville County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple101,796 (48.4%)3.12
Single Male/Father10,198 (4.9%)3.08
Single Female/Mother25,953 (12.3%)3.03
Non-family72,402 (34.4%)1.22
Total Households210,349 (100.0%)2.45

Household Size by Marriage Status in Greenville County

Out of a total of 210,349 households in Greenville County, 137,947 (65.6%) are family households, while 72,402 (34.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 63,491, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 60,090.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Greenville County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-60,090 (28.6%)
2-Person Households63,491 (30.2%)10,500 (5.0%)
3-Person Households30,363 (14.4%)1,347 (0.6%)
4-Person Households27,004 (12.8%)349 (0.2%)
5-Person Households11,124 (5.3%)109 (0.1%)
6-Person Households4,120 (2.0%)7 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households1,845 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total137,947 (65.6%)72,402 (34.4%)

Female Fertility in Greenville County

Fertility by Age in Greenville County

Average fertility rate in Greenville County is 57.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 93.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 70.3% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Greenville County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years195 (2.8%)12.0
20 to 34 years4,992 (70.3%)93.0
35 to 50 years1,912 (26.9%)35.0
Total7,099 (100.0%)57.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Greenville County

70.6% of women with births (7,099) in Greenville County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 22.8% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Greenville County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)195 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years3,539 (70.9%)1,453 (29.1%)
35 to 50 years1,476 (77.2%)436 (22.8%)
Total5,012 (70.6%)2,087 (29.4%)

Fertility by Education in Greenville County

Average fertility rate in Greenville County is 57.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 77.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 37.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree represent 33.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Greenville County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School705 (9.9%)37.0
High School Diploma1,294 (18.2%)55.0
College or Associate's Degree1,609 (22.7%)44.0
Bachelor's Degree2,342 (33.0%)77.0
Graduate Degree1,149 (16.2%)71.0
Total7,099 (100.0%)57.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Greenville County

29.4% of women with births in Greenville County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 91.2% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 65.8% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Greenville County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School241 (34.2%)464 (65.8%)
High School Diploma595 (46.0%)699 (54.0%)
College or Associate's Degree1,018 (63.3%)591 (36.7%)
Bachelor's Degree2,110 (90.1%)232 (9.9%)
Graduate Degree1,048 (91.2%)101 (8.8%)
Total5,012 (70.6%)2,087 (29.4%)

Income in Greenville County

Income Overview in Greenville County

Per Capita Income in Greenville County is $40,427, while median incomes of families and households are $88,767 and $71,328 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income528,251$40,427
Median Family Income137,947$88,767
Mean Family Income137,947$118,524
Median Household Income210,349$71,328
Mean Household Income210,349$99,692
Income Deficit137,947$11,206
Wage / Income Gap (%)528,25130.95%
Wage / Income Gap ($)528,25169.05¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index528,2510.47

Earnings by Sex in Greenville County

Average Earnings in Greenville County are $41,502, $49,043 for men and $33,865 for women, a difference of 30.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Greenville County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male150,414 (52.5%)$49,043
Female136,038 (47.5%)$33,865
Total286,452 (100.0%)$41,502

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Greenville County

The most common earnings brackets in Greenville County are $100,000+ for men (28,888 | 19.2%) and $100,000+ for women (10,995 | 8.1%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Greenville County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less6,153 (4.1%)9,604 (7.1%)
$2,500 to $4,9994,487 (3.0%)5,876 (4.3%)
$5,000 to $7,4993,908 (2.6%)5,730 (4.2%)
$7,500 to $9,9992,360 (1.6%)4,535 (3.3%)
$10,000 to $12,4994,265 (2.8%)5,400 (4.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9993,055 (2.0%)4,619 (3.4%)
$15,000 to $17,4993,145 (2.1%)4,028 (3.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9992,587 (1.7%)3,699 (2.7%)
$20,000 to $22,4993,112 (2.1%)4,372 (3.2%)
$22,500 to $24,9993,465 (2.3%)4,698 (3.5%)
$25,000 to $29,9997,183 (4.8%)8,647 (6.4%)
$30,000 to $34,9997,561 (5.0%)9,013 (6.6%)
$35,000 to $39,9998,429 (5.6%)8,276 (6.1%)
$40,000 to $44,9996,965 (4.6%)8,130 (6.0%)
$45,000 to $49,99910,004 (6.7%)7,434 (5.5%)
$50,000 to $54,9996,919 (4.6%)5,555 (4.1%)
$55,000 to $64,99911,477 (7.6%)8,561 (6.3%)
$65,000 to $74,99910,057 (6.7%)6,990 (5.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99916,394 (10.9%)9,876 (7.3%)
$100,000+28,888 (19.2%)10,995 (8.1%)
Total150,414 (100.0%)136,038 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Greenville County

Average earnings in Greenville County are $55,915 for men and $39,110 for women, a difference of 30.0%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $94,216, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $30,724. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $62,888, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $21,994.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Greenville County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$30,724$21,994
High School Diploma$42,619$28,951
College or Associate's Degree$52,227$35,113
Bachelor's Degree$77,884$46,282
Graduate Degree$94,216$62,888
Total$55,915$39,110

Family Income in Greenville County

Family Income Brackets in Greenville County

According to the Greenville County family income data, there are 27,727 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.1% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 2,207 families (1.6%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Greenville County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0004,0002.9%
$10,000 to $14,9992,2071.6%
$15,000 to $24,9994,8283.5%
$25,000 to $34,9998,8296.4%
$35,000 to $49,99913,6579.9%
$50,000 to $74,99923,86517.3%
$75,000 to $99,99920,41614.8%
$100,000 to $149,99927,72720.1%
$150,000 to $199,99915,17411.0%
$200,000+17,10512.4%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Greenville County

4-person families (25,290 | 18.3%) account for the highest median family income in Greenville County with $112,885 per family, while 2-person families (67,075 | 48.6%) have the highest median income of $39,317 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Greenville County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families67,075 (48.6%)$78,634
3-Person Families29,659 (21.5%)$88,492
4-Person Families25,290 (18.3%)$112,885
5-Person Families11,010 (8.0%)$96,756
6-Person Families3,371 (2.4%)$96,172
7+ Person Families1,542 (1.1%)$87,600
Total137,947 (100.0%)$88,767

Family Income by Number of Earners in Greenville County

The median family income in Greenville County is $88,767, with families comprising 3+ earners (13,808) having the highest median family income of $133,434, while families with no earners (19,483) have the lowest median family income of $51,768, accounting for 10.0% and 14.1% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Greenville County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners19,483 (14.1%)$51,768
1 Earner46,305 (33.6%)$62,794
2 Earners58,351 (42.3%)$114,400
3+ Earners13,808 (10.0%)$133,434
Total137,947 (100.0%)$88,767

Household Income in Greenville County

Household Income Brackets in Greenville County

With 37,652 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Greenville County, accounting for 17.9% of all households. In contrast, only 7,152 households (3.4%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Greenville County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0009,6764.6%
$10,000 to $14,9997,1523.4%
$15,000 to $24,99913,4626.4%
$25,000 to $34,99917,6698.4%
$35,000 to $49,99924,40011.6%
$50,000 to $74,99937,65217.9%
$75,000 to $99,99928,18713.4%
$100,000 to $149,99934,28716.3%
$150,000 to $199,99918,0908.6%
$200,000+19,5629.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in Greenville County

The median household income in Greenville County is $71,328, with the highest median household income of $83,270 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 77,103 households (36.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $44,235, with 8,228 households (3.9%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Greenville County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years8,228 (3.9%)$44,235
25 to 44 Years72,234 (34.3%)$77,991
45 to 64 Years77,103 (36.6%)$83,270
65+ Years52,784 (25.1%)$52,783
Total210,349 (100.0%)$71,328

Poverty in Greenville County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Greenville County

With 9.5% poverty level for males and 12.3% for females among the residents of Greenville County, 5 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 741 males (21.8%) and 3,535 females (17.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Greenville County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years3,155 (19.6%)2,476 (16.4%)
5 Years741 (21.8%)414 (13.7%)
6 to 11 Years2,793 (14.2%)2,744 (13.4%)
12 to 14 Years1,290 (11.5%)1,586 (16.5%)
15 Years599 (18.1%)369 (12.4%)
16 and 17 Years422 (6.1%)880 (12.3%)
18 to 24 Years2,510 (12.7%)3,535 (17.9%)
25 to 34 Years2,953 (8.3%)5,480 (14.8%)
35 to 44 Years1,979 (5.9%)3,991 (11.6%)
45 to 54 Years2,205 (6.8%)2,715 (8.0%)
55 to 64 Years2,608 (8.2%)3,501 (10.2%)
65 to 74 Years1,491 (6.4%)2,412 (8.7%)
75 Years and over989 (7.1%)2,466 (12.6%)
Total23,735 (9.5%)32,569 (12.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Greenville County

According to the poverty statistics in Greenville County, males aged 35 to 44 years and females aged 45 to 54 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 94.1% of males and 92.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Greenville County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years12,983 (80.4%)12,583 (83.6%)
5 Years2,664 (78.2%)2,600 (86.3%)
6 to 11 Years16,935 (85.8%)17,696 (86.6%)
12 to 14 Years9,884 (88.5%)8,005 (83.5%)
15 Years2,716 (81.9%)2,602 (87.6%)
16 and 17 Years6,520 (93.9%)6,252 (87.7%)
18 to 24 Years17,308 (87.3%)16,187 (82.1%)
25 to 34 Years32,669 (91.7%)31,431 (85.2%)
35 to 44 Years31,499 (94.1%)30,558 (88.4%)
45 to 54 Years30,412 (93.2%)31,090 (92.0%)
55 to 64 Years29,030 (91.8%)30,759 (89.8%)
65 to 74 Years21,850 (93.6%)25,168 (91.2%)
75 Years and over12,909 (92.9%)17,085 (87.4%)
Total227,379 (90.5%)232,016 (87.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Greenville County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Greenville County show that 3.2% or 3,295 of the total 101,796 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 30.6%, comprising of 193 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.4%, which includes 1,424 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Greenville County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children56,953 (97.6%)1,424 (2.4%)
1 or 2 Children32,905 (97.4%)889 (2.6%)
3 or 4 Children8,205 (91.2%)789 (8.8%)
5 or more Children438 (69.4%)193 (30.6%)
Total98,501 (96.8%)3,295 (3.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Greenville County

According to the poverty data in Greenville County, 9.0% or 916 single-father households and 25.5% or 6,619 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 24 households (66.7%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 180 households (93.8%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Greenville County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children76 (1.7%)849 (7.9%)
1 or 2 Children654 (13.0%)4,217 (33.3%)
3 or 4 Children162 (20.8%)1,373 (57.8%)
5 or more Children24 (66.7%)180 (93.8%)
Total916 (9.0%)6,619 (25.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Greenville County

The poverty data for Greenville County shows that 3,295 of the married-couple family households (3.2%) and 7,535 of the single-parent households (20.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 193 households (30.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 204 household (89.5%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Greenville County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children1,424 (2.4%)925 (6.1%)
1 or 2 Children889 (2.6%)4,871 (27.6%)
3 or 4 Children789 (8.8%)1,535 (48.6%)
5 or more Children193 (30.6%)204 (89.5%)
Total3,295 (3.2%)7,535 (20.8%)

Employment Characteristics in Greenville County

Employment by Class of Employer in Greenville County

Among the 257,265 employed individuals in Greenville County, private company employees (185,592 | 72.1%), not-for-profit organizations (20,781 | 8.1%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (14,138 | 5.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Greenville County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees185,59272.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)10,1524.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)14,1385.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations20,7818.1%
Local Government Employees13,7165.3%
State Government Employees7,9793.1%
Federal Government Employees4,2951.7%
Unpaid Family Workers6120.2%
Total257,265100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Greenville County

According to the labor force statistics for Greenville County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (421,910), 64.9% or 273,820 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.1% or 11,227 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 85.8% or 31,228 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 11.5% or 1,376 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Greenville County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years11,965 (43.7%)1,376 (11.5%)
20 to 24 Years25,646 (76.9%)1,718 (6.7%)
25 to 29 Years31,228 (85.8%)1,249 (4.0%)
30 to 34 Years31,152 (84.8%)1,277 (4.1%)
35 to 44 Years58,181 (84.9%)2,036 (3.5%)
45 to 54 Years55,680 (83.2%)1,615 (2.9%)
55 to 59 Years24,332 (75.3%)852 (3.5%)
60 to 64 Years19,754 (57.9%)672 (3.4%)
65 to 74 Years13,234 (25.7%)503 (3.8%)
75 Years and over2,808 (8.1%)107 (3.8%)
Total273,820 (64.9%)11,227 (4.1%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Greenville County

According to labor force statistics for Greenville County, 80.1% of individuals (220,287) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (275,015) are in the labor force, with 3.5% or 7,710 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 86.9% or 98,293 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 8.4% or 1,300 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Greenville County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School15,473 (60.0%)2,166 (8.4%)
High School Diploma43,713 (74.0%)3,367 (5.7%)
College / Associate Degree62,791 (81.5%)2,388 (3.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher98,293 (86.9%)2,262 (2.0%)
Total220,287 (80.1%)9,626 (3.5%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Greenville County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Greenville County are Management (30,440 | 11.6%), Community & Social Service (28,372 | 10.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (18,369 | 7.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (18,322 | 7.0%), and Business & Financial (15,453 | 5.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Greenville County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Greenville County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (84.6%), Computers, Engineering & Science (79.2%), and Computers & Mathematics (76.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (76.7%), Health Technologists (75.3%), and Education Instruction & Library (75.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Greenville County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management18,647 (61.3%)11,793 (38.7%)
Business & Financial7,812 (50.5%)7,641 (49.4%)
Computers, Engineering & Science14,505 (79.2%)3,817 (20.8%)
Computers & Mathematics5,470 (76.6%)1,672 (23.4%)
Architecture & Engineering8,072 (84.6%)1,465 (15.4%)
Life, Physical & Social Science963 (58.6%)680 (41.4%)
Community & Social Service 9,787 (34.5%)18,585 (65.5%)
Education, Arts & Media1,845 (41.7%)2,575 (58.3%)
Legal Services & Support1,757 (47.5%)1,941 (52.5%)
Education Instruction & Library3,776 (24.7%)11,516 (75.3%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment2,409 (48.5%)2,553 (51.4%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating4,278 (23.3%)14,091 (76.7%)
Health Technologists3,414 (24.6%)10,435 (75.3%)
Total (Category)55,029 (49.6%)55,927 (50.4%)
Total (Overall)139,379 (53.2%)122,832 (46.8%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Greenville County are Food Preparation & Serving (14,273 | 5.4%), Cleaning & Maintenance (8,251 | 3.2%), Personal Care & Service (6,025 | 2.3%), Healthcare Support (5,933 | 2.3%), and Security & Protection (3,972 | 1.5%).
Services Occupations in Greenville County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Greenville County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (69.5%), Security & Protection (66.8%), and Law Enforcement (63.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (86.1%), Personal Care & Service (73.7%), and Food Preparation & Serving (54.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Greenville County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support823 (13.9%)5,110 (86.1%)
Security & Protection2,655 (66.8%)1,317 (33.2%)
Firefighting & Prevention1,488 (69.5%)653 (30.5%)
Law Enforcement1,167 (63.7%)664 (36.3%)
Food Preparation & Serving6,472 (45.3%)7,801 (54.7%)
Cleaning & Maintenance5,218 (63.2%)3,033 (36.8%)
Personal Care & Service1,587 (26.3%)4,438 (73.7%)
Total (Category)16,755 (43.6%)21,699 (56.4%)
Total (Overall)139,379 (53.2%)122,832 (46.8%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Greenville County are Sales & Related (28,692 | 10.9%), and Office & Administration (26,934 | 10.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Greenville County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Greenville County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related15,171 (52.9%)13,521 (47.1%)
Office & Administration6,284 (23.3%)20,650 (76.7%)
Total (Category)21,455 (38.6%)34,171 (61.4%)
Total (Overall)139,379 (53.2%)122,832 (46.8%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Greenville County are Construction & Extraction (12,168 | 4.6%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (7,188 | 2.7%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (594 | 0.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Greenville County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Greenville County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry446 (75.1%)148 (24.9%)
Construction & Extraction11,360 (93.4%)808 (6.6%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair6,873 (95.6%)315 (4.4%)
Total (Category)18,679 (93.6%)1,271 (6.4%)
Total (Overall)139,379 (53.2%)122,832 (46.8%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Greenville County are Production (20,671 | 7.9%), Material Moving (9,033 | 3.4%), and Transportation (7,521 | 2.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Greenville County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Greenville County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production13,767 (66.6%)6,904 (33.4%)
Transportation6,782 (90.2%)739 (9.8%)
Material Moving6,912 (76.5%)2,121 (23.5%)
Total (Category)27,461 (73.8%)9,764 (26.2%)
Total (Overall)139,379 (53.2%)122,832 (46.8%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Greenville County

Employment Industries in Greenville County

The major employment industries in Greenville County include Manufacturing (42,450 | 16.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (33,343 | 12.7%), Retail Trade (27,146 | 10.3%), Educational Services (21,995 | 8.4%), and Professional & Scientific (21,953 | 8.4%).
Employment Industries in Greenville County

Employment Industries by Sex in Greenville County

The Greenville County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (85.8%), and Utilities (82.9%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (79.5%), Educational Services (69.0%), and Finance & Insurance (60.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Greenville County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting644 (69.9%)278 (30.1%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction15,293 (85.8%)2,527 (14.2%)
Manufacturing30,700 (72.3%)11,750 (27.7%)
Wholesale Trade5,887 (69.2%)2,623 (30.8%)
Retail Trade13,309 (49.0%)13,837 (51.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing7,089 (79.7%)1,808 (20.3%)
Utilities1,729 (82.9%)357 (17.1%)
Information2,634 (56.9%)1,996 (43.1%)
Finance & Insurance4,407 (39.3%)6,798 (60.7%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing3,359 (57.0%)2,532 (43.0%)
Professional & Scientific12,360 (56.3%)9,593 (43.7%)
Enterprise Management243 (65.7%)127 (34.3%)
Administrative & Support6,869 (56.1%)5,381 (43.9%)
Educational Services6,816 (31.0%)15,179 (69.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance6,821 (20.5%)26,522 (79.5%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation2,183 (54.0%)1,856 (46.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services9,129 (47.9%)9,910 (52.0%)
Public Administration3,340 (48.1%)3,602 (51.9%)
Total139,379 (53.2%)122,832 (46.8%)

Education in Greenville County

School Enrollment in Greenville County

The most common levels of schooling among the 125,773 students in Greenville County are high school (27,720 | 22.0%), middle school (26,869 | 21.4%), and elementary school (26,691 | 21.2%).
School Enrollment in Greenville County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool6,7655.4%
Kindergarten7,7896.2%
Elementary School26,69121.2%
Middle School26,86921.4%
High School27,72022.0%
College / Undergraduate23,89819.0%
Graduate / Professional6,0414.8%
Total125,773100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Greenville County

Out of a total of 125,773 students who are enrolled in schools in Greenville County, 30,311 (24.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 95,462 (75.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 3,125 (62.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 17,363 (87.7% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Greenville County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds1,882 (37.6%)3,125 (62.4%)
5 to 9 Year Old26,334 (80.8%)6,245 (19.2%)
10 to 14 Year Olds28,890 (85.5%)4,896 (14.5%)
15 to 17 Year Olds17,363 (87.7%)2,431 (12.3%)
18 to 19 Year Olds6,434 (63.1%)3,758 (36.9%)
20 to 24 Year Olds6,187 (51.2%)5,907 (48.8%)
25 to 34 Year Olds4,761 (74.0%)1,674 (26.0%)
35 Years and over3,598 (61.1%)2,288 (38.9%)
Total95,462 (75.9%)30,311 (24.1%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Greenville County

Business (33,063 | 21.8%), education (18,055 | 11.9%), science & technology (15,495 | 10.2%), engineering (15,157 | 10.0%), and social sciences (9,527 | 6.3%) are the most common fields of study among 151,763 individuals in Greenville County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Greenville County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics4,6573.1%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural8,0735.3%
Physical & Health Sciences4,4943.0%
Psychology7,6795.1%
Social Sciences9,5276.3%
Engineering15,15710.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies1,0580.7%
Science & Technology15,49510.2%
Business33,06321.8%
Education18,05511.9%
Literature & Languages5,8783.9%
Liberal Arts & History8,8155.8%
Visual & Performing Arts6,0154.0%
Communications6,1054.0%
Arts & Humanities7,6925.1%
Total151,763100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Greenville County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Greenville County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Greenville County are males with 2 vehicles (61,922, accounting for 45.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (50,728, making up 52.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Greenville County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle2,405 (1.8%)2,986 (2.5%)
1 Vehicle23,014 (16.9%)27,283 (23.2%)
2 Vehicles61,922 (45.5%)50,728 (43.1%)
3 Vehicles31,732 (23.3%)23,449 (20.0%)
4 Vehicles11,854 (8.7%)9,054 (7.7%)
5 or more Vehicles5,250 (3.9%)4,055 (3.5%)
Total136,177 (100.0%)117,555 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Greenville County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Greenville County are 20 to 24 minutes (43,442 commuters, 18.9%), 15 to 19 minutes (41,692 commuters, 18.1%), and 30 to 34 minutes (33,748 commuters, 14.7%).
Commute Time in Greenville County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes4,7002.1%
5 to 9 Minutes18,3828.0%
10 to 14 Minutes32,43514.1%
15 to 19 Minutes41,69218.1%
20 to 24 Minutes43,44218.9%
25 to 29 Minutes18,2918.0%
30 to 34 Minutes33,74814.7%
35 to 39 Minutes7,6473.3%
40 to 44 Minutes6,8133.0%
45 to 59 Minutes13,1295.7%
60 to 89 Minutes5,2432.3%
90 or more Minutes4,1501.8%

Commute Time by Sex in Greenville County

The most common commute times in Greenville County are 20 to 24 minutes (22,429 commuters, 18.0%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (21,013 commuters, 19.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Greenville County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes2,700 (2.2%)2,000 (1.9%)
5 to 9 Minutes9,225 (7.4%)9,157 (8.7%)
10 to 14 Minutes16,304 (13.1%)16,131 (15.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes22,403 (18.0%)19,289 (18.3%)
20 to 24 Minutes22,429 (18.0%)21,013 (19.9%)
25 to 29 Minutes10,184 (8.2%)8,107 (7.7%)
30 to 34 Minutes19,234 (15.5%)14,514 (13.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes4,227 (3.4%)3,420 (3.2%)
40 to 44 Minutes3,765 (3.0%)3,048 (2.9%)
45 to 59 Minutes7,792 (6.3%)5,337 (5.1%)
60 to 89 Minutes3,229 (2.6%)2,014 (1.9%)
90 or more Minutes2,772 (2.2%)1,378 (1.3%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Greenville County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Greenville County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (18,714, 15.1%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (17,304, 16.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Greenville County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM4,910 (4.0%)2,930 (2.8%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM4,492 (3.6%)1,507 (1.4%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM4,424 (3.6%)2,665 (2.5%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM11,490 (9.2%)6,342 (6.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM12,491 (10.1%)9,018 (8.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM18,714 (15.1%)17,304 (16.4%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM16,748 (13.5%)16,975 (16.1%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM14,477 (11.7%)13,344 (12.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM7,280 (5.9%)7,818 (7.4%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM8,015 (6.5%)6,699 (6.4%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM3,054 (2.5%)4,075 (3.9%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM1,354 (1.1%)1,563 (1.5%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM7,287 (5.9%)5,734 (5.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM9,528 (7.7%)9,434 (8.9%)
Total124,264 (100.0%)105,408 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Greenville County

Occupancy by Ownership in Greenville County

Of the total 210,349 dwellings in Greenville County, owner-occupied units account for 145,000 (68.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 65,349 (31.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Greenville County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units145,00068.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units65,34931.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units210,349100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Greenville County

Occupancy by Household Size in Greenville County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household60,09028.6%
2-Person Household73,99135.2%
3-Person Household31,71015.1%
4+ Person Household44,55821.2%
Total Housing Units210,349100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Greenville County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Greenville County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household34,705 (57.8%)25,385 (42.2%)
2-Person Household54,113 (73.1%)19,878 (26.9%)
3-Person Household21,916 (69.1%)9,794 (30.9%)
4+ Person Household34,266 (76.9%)10,292 (23.1%)
Total Housing Units145,000 (68.9%)65,349 (31.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Greenville County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Greenville County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School8,350 (47.5%)9,236 (52.5%)
High School Diploma28,068 (63.7%)15,988 (36.3%)
College/Associate Degree41,029 (66.5%)20,618 (33.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher67,553 (77.6%)19,507 (22.4%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Greenville County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Greenville County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years44,02020.9%
35 to 44 Years36,44217.3%
45 to 54 Years37,60417.9%
55 to 64 Years39,49918.8%
65 to 74 Years30,57014.5%
75 to 84 Years16,4337.8%
85 Years and Over5,7812.8%
Total210,349100.0%

Housing Finances in Greenville County

Median Income by Occupancy in Greenville County

Median Income by Occupancy in Greenville County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied145,000 (68.9%)$86,679
Renter-Occupied65,349 (31.1%)$45,861
Average210,349 (100.0%)$71,328

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Greenville County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Greenville County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0002,803 (1.9%)3,196 (4.9%)
$5,000 to $9,9991,556 (1.1%)2,171 (3.3%)
$10,000 to $14,9992,442 (1.7%)4,699 (7.2%)
$15,000 to $19,9993,767 (2.6%)3,268 (5.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9993,090 (2.1%)3,424 (5.2%)
$25,000 to $34,9999,458 (6.5%)8,278 (12.7%)
$35,000 to $49,99914,308 (9.9%)10,171 (15.6%)
$50,000 to $74,99924,915 (17.2%)12,787 (19.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99920,638 (14.2%)7,481 (11.5%)
$100,000 to $149,99928,172 (19.4%)6,220 (9.5%)
$150,000 or more33,851 (23.4%)3,654 (5.6%)
Total145,000 (100.0%)65,349 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Greenville County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Greenville County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30012,305 (8.5%)1,241 (1.9%)
$300 to $49924,258 (16.7%)2,387 (3.6%)
$500 to $79919,402 (13.4%)7,233 (11.1%)
$800 to $99912,145 (8.4%)12,350 (18.9%)
$1,000 to $1,49933,442 (23.1%)26,177 (40.1%)
$1,500 to $1,99921,877 (15.1%)9,366 (14.3%)
$2,000 to $2,49910,036 (6.9%)2,259 (3.5%)
$2,500 to $2,9994,534 (3.1%)589 (0.9%)
$3,000 or more7,001 (4.8%)630 (1.0%)
Total145,000 (100.0%)65,349 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Greenville County

Housing Structures in Greenville County

Housing Structures in Greenville County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached144,62668.8%
Single Unit, Attached9,1524.3%
2 Unit Apartments4,3212.1%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments4,4052.1%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments9,7794.6%
10 or more Apartments22,04910.5%
Mobile Home / Other16,0177.6%
Total210,349100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Greenville County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Greenville County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached126,013 (87.1%)18,613 (12.9%)
Single Unit, Attached6,614 (72.3%)2,538 (27.7%)
2 Unit Apartments334 (7.7%)3,987 (92.3%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments690 (15.7%)3,715 (84.3%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments571 (5.8%)9,208 (94.2%)
10 or more Apartments705 (3.2%)21,344 (96.8%)
Mobile Home / Other10,073 (62.9%)5,944 (37.1%)
Total145,000 (68.9%)65,349 (31.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Greenville County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Greenville County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room272 (0.2%)2,937 (4.5%)
2 or 3 Rooms2,163 (1.5%)15,872 (24.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms34,538 (23.8%)31,665 (48.5%)
6 or 7 Rooms53,467 (36.9%)10,724 (16.4%)
8 or more Rooms54,560 (37.6%)4,151 (6.4%)
Total145,000 (100.0%)65,349 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Greenville County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Greenville County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas68,162 (47.0%)11,639 (17.8%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas3,979 (2.7%)1,185 (1.8%)
Electricity69,339 (47.8%)50,836 (77.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene1,170 (0.8%)568 (0.9%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels1,749 (1.2%)318 (0.5%)
No Fuel Used601 (0.4%)803 (1.2%)
Total145,000 (100.0%)65,349 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Greenville County

Household Vehicle Usage in Greenville County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle3,511 (2.4%)7,311 (11.2%)
1 Vehicle34,870 (24.0%)32,460 (49.7%)
2 Vehicles65,764 (45.4%)19,669 (30.1%)
3 or more Vehicles40,855 (28.2%)5,909 (9.0%)
Total145,000 (100.0%)65,349 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Greenville County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Greenville County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units54,12890,872
Median Property Value$218,700$265,600
Median Household Income$63,909$25,302
Monthly Housing Costs$420$6,819
Real Estate Taxes$1,175$1,612

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Greenville County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Greenville County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0004,929 (9.1%)2,189 (2.4%)
$50,000 to $99,9995,772 (10.7%)3,437 (3.8%)
$100,000 to $299,99926,752 (49.4%)49,019 (53.9%)
$300,000 to $499,99910,244 (18.9%)24,268 (26.7%)
$500,000 to $749,9993,517 (6.5%)7,279 (8.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9991,728 (3.2%)2,767 (3.0%)
$1,000,000 or more1,186 (2.2%)1,913 (2.1%)
Total54,128 (100.0%)90,872 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Greenville County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Greenville County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0002,517 (4.6%)2,008 (2.2%)
$10,000 to $24,9996,200 (11.5%)1,842 (2.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9995,237 (9.7%)3,099 (3.4%)
$35,000 to $49,9997,110 (13.1%)4,221 (4.6%)
$50,000 to $74,9999,905 (18.3%)7,198 (7.9%)
$75,000 to $99,9996,991 (12.9%)15,010 (16.5%)
$100,000 to $149,9997,619 (14.1%)13,647 (15.0%)
$150,000 or more8,549 (15.8%)20,553 (22.6%)
Total54,128 (100.0%)90,872 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Greenville County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Greenville County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x16,610 (30.7%)100,776 (110.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x9,677 (17.9%)28,313 (31.2%)
3.0x to 3.9x6,407 (11.8%)24,236 (26.7%)
4.0x or more20,720 (38.3%)14,741 (16.2%)
Total54,128 (100.0%)90,872 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Greenville County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Greenville County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80016,657 (30.8%)329 (0.4%)
$800 to $1,49917,179 (31.7%)11,450 (12.6%)
$800 to $1,49918,129 (33.5%)33,293 (36.6%)
Total54,128 (100.0%)90,872 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Greenville County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Greenville County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Greenville County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years36,235 (94.4%)2,140 (5.6%)
6 to 18 Years84,064 (94.6%)4,824 (5.4%)
19 to 25 Years38,481 (82.3%)8,302 (17.7%)
26 to 34 Years53,400 (82.0%)11,758 (18.0%)
35 to 44 Years57,503 (84.6%)10,444 (15.4%)
45 to 54 Years57,168 (86.1%)9,201 (13.9%)
55 to 64 Years59,339 (90.1%)6,526 (9.9%)
65 to 74 Years50,581 (99.3%)340 (0.7%)
75 Years and older33,356 (99.7%)93 (0.3%)
Total470,127 (89.8%)53,628 (10.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Greenville County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Greenville County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born36,235 (94.4%)2,140 (5.6%)
Foreign Born, Citizen84,064 (94.6%)4,824 (5.4%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen38,481 (82.3%)8,302 (17.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Greenville County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Greenville County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00040,257 (80.7%)9,597 (19.3%)
$25,000 to $49,99972,846 (84.0%)13,879 (16.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99978,338 (87.3%)11,369 (12.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99967,171 (90.1%)7,378 (9.9%)
$100,000 and over204,997 (95.3%)10,019 (4.7%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Greenville County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Greenville County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 615,844 (41.3%)22,320 (58.2%)
6 to 18 Years30,684 (34.5%)57,172 (64.3%)
19 to 25 Years5,451 (11.7%)34,360 (73.5%)
25 to 34 Years7,083 (10.9%)48,156 (73.9%)
35 to 44 Years7,532 (11.1%)52,027 (76.6%)
45 to 54 Years6,445 (9.7%)52,564 (79.2%)
55 to 64 Years10,744 (16.3%)51,929 (78.8%)
65 to 74 Years48,655 (95.6%)29,049 (57.1%)
75 Years and over33,223 (99.3%)19,069 (57.0%)
Total165,661 (31.6%)366,646 (70.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Greenville County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Greenville County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years249 (1.5%)97 (0.6%)
5 to 17 Years3,542 (7.9%)1,963 (4.5%)
18 to 34 Years4,513 (7.7%)3,658 (6.1%)
35 to 64 Years10,792 (11.1%)12,264 (12.0%)
65 to 74 Years5,456 (23.4%)6,118 (22.2%)
75 Years and over6,425 (46.2%)9,558 (48.9%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Greenville County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Greenville County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years217 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years295 (0.7%)436 (1.0%)
18 to 34 Years387 (0.7%)486 (0.8%)
35 to 64 Years2,666 (2.7%)1,506 (1.5%)
65 to 74 Years2,554 (10.9%)1,425 (5.2%)
75 Years and over3,744 (26.9%)3,933 (20.1%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Greenville County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years193 (1.2%)97 (0.6%)
5 to 17 Years463 (1.0%)440 (1.0%)
18 to 34 Years508 (0.9%)906 (1.5%)
35 to 64 Years2,415 (2.5%)2,603 (2.5%)
65 to 74 Years765 (3.3%)961 (3.5%)
75 Years and over1,107 (8.0%)1,807 (9.2%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Greenville County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years2,930 (6.5%)1,258 (2.9%)
18 to 34 Years3,163 (5.4%)2,063 (3.4%)
35 to 64 Years4,400 (4.5%)4,136 (4.0%)
65 to 74 Years956 (4.1%)1,233 (4.5%)
75 Years and over1,661 (11.9%)2,848 (14.6%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Greenville County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years400 (0.9%)263 (0.6%)
18 to 34 Years691 (1.2%)551 (0.9%)
35 to 64 Years4,981 (5.1%)7,376 (7.2%)
65 to 74 Years2,416 (10.3%)4,400 (16.0%)
75 Years and over2,977 (21.4%)6,691 (34.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Greenville County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years599 (1.3%)388 (0.9%)
18 to 34 Years280 (0.5%)206 (0.3%)
35 to 64 Years1,512 (1.5%)2,173 (2.1%)
65 to 74 Years867 (3.7%)948 (3.4%)
75 Years and over830 (6.0%)2,381 (12.2%)

Technology Access in Greenville County

Computing Device Access in Greenville County

Computing Device Access in Greenville County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop166,58279.2%
Smartphone187,40289.1%
Tablet136,66665.0%
No Computing Device12,1295.8%
Total210,349100.0%

Internet Access in Greenville County

Internet Access in Greenville County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet1960.1%
Broadband Home160,76876.4%
Cellular Data Only21,99110.4%
Satellite Internet14,5576.9%
No Internet21,04410.0%
Total210,349100.0%

Greenville County Summary

Geography

Greenville County is located in the Upstate region of South Carolina, in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. It is bordered by Spartanburg County to the north, Laurens County to the east, Anderson County to the south, and Pickens County to the west. The county covers an area of 795 square miles, making it the largest county in South Carolina. The county is divided into two distinct regions: the Piedmont region in the east and the Blue Ridge region in the west. The Piedmont region is characterized by rolling hills and valleys, while the Blue Ridge region is characterized by steep mountains and deep gorges.
The county is home to several rivers, including the Saluda, Reedy, and Enoree Rivers. The Saluda River is the longest river in the county, flowing through the city of Greenville and into Lake Greenwood. The Reedy River is the second longest river in the county, flowing through the city of Greer and into Lake Hartwell. The Enoree River is the third longest river in the county, flowing through the city of Simpsonville and into Lake Jocassee.
The county is also home to several lakes, including Lake Jocassee, Lake Hartwell, and Lake Greenwood. Lake Jocassee is the largest lake in the county, covering an area of over 7,500 acres. Lake Hartwell is the second largest lake in the county, covering an area of over 6,500 acres. Lake Greenwood is the third largest lake in the county, covering an area of over 5,000 acres.

History

Greenville County was established in 1786, making it one of the oldest counties in South Carolina. The county was named after General Nathanael Greene, a Revolutionary War hero. The county was originally part of the Ninety-Six District, which was created in 1769. The county seat is located in the city of Greenville, which was founded in 1786.
The county was originally home to the Cherokee and Catawba Native American tribes. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the late 1700s. The county was largely agricultural in the early 1800s, with cotton and tobacco being the main crops. The county experienced a period of growth and prosperity in the late 1800s and early 1900s, with the development of the textile industry. The county was also home to several military bases during World War II, including the Greenville Army Air Base and the Greenville Naval Air Station.

Economy

Greenville County has a diverse economy, with a mix of manufacturing, technology, and service industries. The county is home to several major employers, including Michelin North America, Fluor Corporation, and BMW Manufacturing. The county is also home to several universities and colleges, including Furman University, Clemson University, and the University of South Carolina Upstate.
The county is also home to several tourist attractions, including the Greenville Zoo, Falls Park on the Reedy, and the Greenville County Museum of Art. The county is also home to several wineries and breweries, including the Swamp Rabbit Brewery and the Thomas Creek Brewery.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Greenville County had a population of 451,225. The population is made up of a diverse mix of races and ethnicities, including White (68.2%), African American (21.2%), Hispanic or Latino (7.2%), Asian (2.2%), and Native American (0.5%). The median household income in the county is $50,867, and the median home value is $179,400. The county has a poverty rate of 14.2%.

Conclusion

Greenville County is a large county located in the Upstate region of South Carolina. It is home to several rivers, lakes, and mountains, and is home to a diverse mix of races and ethnicities. The county has a diverse economy, with a mix of manufacturing, technology, and service industries. The county is also home to several tourist attractions, universities, and wineries. The population of the county is 451,225, with a median household income of $50,867 and a median home value of $179,400.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Greenville County?
Total Population of Greenville County is 528,251.
What is the Total Male Population of Greenville County?
Total Male Population of Greenville County is 257,714.
What is the Total Female Population of Greenville County?
Total Female Population of Greenville County is 270,537.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Greenville County?
There are 95.26 Males per 100 Females in Greenville County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Greenville County?
There are 104.98 Females per 100 Males in Greenville County.
What is the Median Population Age in Greenville County?
Median Population Age in Greenville County is 38.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Greenville County
Average Family Size in Greenville County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Greenville County
Average Household Size in Greenville County is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Greenville County?
Per Capita income in Greenville County is $40,427.
What is the Median Family Income in Greenville County?
Median Family Income in Greenville County is $88,767.
What is the Median Household income in Greenville County?
Median Household Income in Greenville County is $71,328.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Greenville County?
Income or Wage Gap in Greenville County is 30.9%.
Women in Greenville County earn 69.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Greenville County?
Family Income Deficit in Greenville County is $11,206.
Families that are below poverty line in Greenville County earn $11,206 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Greenville County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Greenville County is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in Greenville County?
There are 273,820 People in the Labor Forcein in Greenville County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Greenville County?
64.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Greenville County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Greenville County?
Unemployment Rate in Greenville County is 4.1%.