Furman, SC

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Furman Overview

559
TOTAL POPULATION
288
MALE POPULATION
271
FEMALE POPULATION
106.27
MALES / 100 FEMALES
94.10
FEMALES / 100 MALES
30.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$22,150
PER CAPITA INCOME
$107,556
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$77,292
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
48.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
51.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.35
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
256
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
54.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
15.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Furman Zip Codes

Furman Area Codes

Race in Furman

The most populous races in Furman are White / Caucasian (385 | 68.9%), Black / African American (167 | 29.9%), and Two or more Races (7 | 1.3%).
Race in Furman
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American16729.9%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino00.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian38568.9%
Two or more Races71.3%
Some other Race00.0%
Total559100.0%

Ancestry in Furman

The most populous ancestries reported in Furman are English (15 | 2.7%), American (14 | 2.5%), German (8 | 1.4%), Austrian (6 | 1.1%), and French (6 | 1.1%), together accounting for 8.7% of all Furman residents.
Ancestry in Furman
Ancestry# Population% Population
American142.5%
Austrian61.1%
Cherokee30.5%
English152.7%
European40.7%
French61.1%
German81.4%
Irish61.1%
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Immigrants in Furman

Immigrants in Furman
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Furman

Sex and Age in Furman

The most populous age groups in Furman are 20 to 24 Years (69 | 24.0%) for men and 40 to 44 Years (54 | 19.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Furman
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years32 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Years0 (0.0%)39 (14.4%)
10 to 14 Years6 (2.1%)6 (2.2%)
15 to 19 Years5 (1.7%)40 (14.8%)
20 to 24 Years69 (24.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)45 (16.6%)
30 to 34 Years57 (19.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Years14 (4.9%)11 (4.1%)
40 to 44 Years6 (2.1%)54 (19.9%)
45 to 49 Years0 (0.0%)4 (1.5%)
50 to 54 Years35 (12.1%)8 (2.9%)
55 to 59 Years11 (3.8%)9 (3.3%)
60 to 64 Years15 (5.2%)13 (4.8%)
65 to 69 Years1 (0.4%)9 (3.3%)
70 to 74 Years3 (1.0%)26 (9.6%)
75 to 79 Years20 (6.9%)2 (0.7%)
80 to 84 Years10 (3.5%)5 (1.8%)
85 Years and over4 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total288 (100.0%)271 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Furman

Median Family Size in Furman

The median family size in Furman is 3.88 persons per family, with single male/father families (18 | 14.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 9.17 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (10 | 7.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.20 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Furman
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple100 (78.1%)3.10
Single Male/Father18 (14.1%)9.17
Single Female/Mother10 (7.8%)2.20
Total Families128 (100.0%)3.88

Median Household Size in Furman

The median household size in Furman is 3.23 persons per household, with single male/father households (18 | 10.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 9.17 persons per household. non-family households (45 | 26.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.09 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Furman
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple100 (57.8%)3.10
Single Male/Father18 (10.4%)9.17
Single Female/Mother10 (5.8%)3.50
Non-family45 (26.0%)1.09
Total Households173 (100.0%)3.23

Household Size by Marriage Status in Furman

Out of a total of 173 households in Furman, 128 (74.0%) are family households, while 45 (26.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 5-person households, comprising 55, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 39.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Furman
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-39 (22.5%)
2-Person Households42 (24.3%)6 (3.5%)
3-Person Households9 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households22 (12.7%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households55 (31.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total128 (74.0%)45 (26.0%)

Female Fertility in Furman

Fertility by Age in Furman

Female Fertility by Age in Furman
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Furman

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Furman
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Furman

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Furman
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Furman

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Furman
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Furman

Income Overview in Furman

Per Capita Income in Furman is $22,150, while median incomes of families and households are $107,556 and $77,292 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income559$22,150
Median Family Income128$107,556
Mean Family Income128$89,047
Median Household Income173$77,292
Mean Household Income173$73,369
Income Deficit128$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)55948.87%
Wage / Income Gap ($)55951.13¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index5590.35

Earnings by Sex in Furman

Average Earnings in Furman are $36,705, $55,256 for men and $28,250 for women, a difference of 48.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Furman
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male139 (60.2%)$55,256
Female92 (39.8%)$28,250
Total231 (100.0%)$36,705

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Furman

The most common earnings brackets in Furman are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (44 | 31.7%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (50 | 54.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Furman
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less11 (7.9%)9 (9.8%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)7 (7.6%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9993 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9996 (4.3%)8 (8.7%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)7 (7.6%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)50 (54.3%)
$30,000 to $34,9996 (4.3%)1 (1.1%)
$35,000 to $39,9997 (5.0%)4 (4.3%)
$40,000 to $44,99913 (9.3%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)4 (4.3%)
$50,000 to $54,99919 (13.7%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99944 (31.7%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,9993 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9999 (6.5%)2 (2.2%)
$100,000+18 (13.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total139 (100.0%)92 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Furman

Average earnings in Furman are $55,256 for men and $28,250 for women, a difference of 48.9%. Men with an educational attainment of less than high school enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $55,994, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $53,015. Women with an educational attainment of high school diploma earn the most with the average annual earnings of $28,153, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $28,153.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Furman
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$55,994$0
High School Diploma$53,015$28,153
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$55,256$28,250

Family Income in Furman

Family Income Brackets in Furman

According to the Furman family income data, there are 68 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 53.1% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Furman
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,9991814.1%
$25,000 to $34,99921.6%
$35,000 to $49,99975.5%
$50,000 to $74,99997.0%
$75,000 to $99,9992418.8%
$100,000 to $149,9996853.1%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Furman

5-person families (55 | 43.0%) account for the highest median family income in Furman with $108,472 per family, while 5-person families (55 | 43.0%) have the highest median income of $21,694 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Furman
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families49 (38.3%)$0
3-Person Families2 (1.6%)$0
4-Person Families22 (17.2%)$0
5-Person Families55 (43.0%)$108,472
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total128 (100.0%)$107,556

Family Income by Number of Earners in Furman

Family Income by Number of Earners in Furman
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners12 (9.4%)$82,857
1 Earner34 (26.6%)$0
2 Earners82 (64.1%)$108,722
3+ Earners0 (0.0%)$0
Total128 (100.0%)$107,556

Household Income in Furman

Household Income Brackets in Furman

With 68 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Furman, accounting for 39.3% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Furman
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000105.8%
$10,000 to $14,99921.2%
$15,000 to $24,9992916.8%
$25,000 to $34,99921.2%
$35,000 to $49,9992112.1%
$50,000 to $74,999179.8%
$75,000 to $99,9992413.9%
$100,000 to $149,9996839.3%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Furman

The median household income in Furman is $77,292, with the highest median household income of $108,139 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 67 households (38.7%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Furman
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years67 (38.7%)$108,139
45 to 64 Years56 (32.4%)$0
65+ Years50 (28.9%)$38,125
Total173 (100.0%)$77,292

Poverty in Furman

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Furman

With 2.4% poverty level for males and 3.3% for females among the residents of Furman, 35 to 44 year old males and 45 to 54 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 5 males (25.0%) and 7 females (58.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Furman
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years5 (25.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)7 (58.3%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)2 (9.1%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over2 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total7 (2.4%)9 (3.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Furman

According to the poverty statistics in Furman, males aged under 5 years and females aged 6 to 11 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Furman
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)39 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years6 (100.0%)6 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years69 (100.0%)34 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years57 (100.0%)45 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years15 (75.0%)65 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years35 (100.0%)5 (41.7%)
55 to 64 Years26 (100.0%)20 (90.9%)
65 to 74 Years4 (100.0%)35 (100.0%)
75 Years and over32 (94.1%)7 (100.0%)
Total281 (97.6%)262 (96.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Furman

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Furman
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total100 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Furman

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Furman
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

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

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Furman
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Furman

Employment by Class of Employer in Furman

Among the 213 employed individuals in Furman, private company employees (192 | 90.1%), local government employees (12 | 5.6%), and federal government employees (4 | 1.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Furman
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees19290.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)20.9%
Not-for-profit Organizations31.4%
Local Government Employees125.6%
State Government Employees00.0%
Federal Government Employees41.9%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total213100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Furman

According to the labor force statistics for Furman, out of the total population over 16 years of age (470), 54.5% or 256 individuals are in the labor force, with 15.2% or 39 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 100.0% or 57 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 100.0% or 34 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Furman
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years34 (87.2%)34 (100.0%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years85 (100.0%)5 (5.9%)
45 to 54 Years35 (74.5%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years13 (46.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years12 (30.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total256 (54.5%)39 (15.2%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Furman

According to labor force statistics for Furman, 74.5% of individuals (210) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (282) are in the labor force, with 2.4% or 5 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of less than high school, with 100.0% or 61 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 8.2% or 5 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Furman
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School61 (100.0%)5 (8.2%)
High School Diploma123 (95.3%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree20 (26.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher6 (40.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total210 (74.5%)7 (2.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Furman

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Furman are Management (8 | 3.7%), Community & Social Service (7 | 3.2%), and Education Instruction & Library (7 | 3.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Furman

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Furman, the most male-oriented occupations are Management (75.0%), Community & Social Service (42.9%), and Education Instruction & Library (42.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Community & Social Service (57.1%), Education Instruction & Library (57.1%), and Management (25.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Furman
OccupationMaleFemale
Management6 (75.0%)2 (25.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 3 (42.9%)4 (57.1%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library3 (42.9%)4 (57.1%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)9 (60.0%)6 (40.0%)
Total (Overall)128 (59.0%)89 (41.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Furman are Cleaning & Maintenance (23 | 10.6%), Food Preparation & Serving (15 | 6.9%), Healthcare Support (6 | 2.8%), and Personal Care & Service (4 | 1.8%).
Services Occupations in Furman

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Furman
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Total (Category)23 (47.9%)25 (52.1%)
Total (Overall)128 (59.0%)89 (41.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Furman are Office & Administration (51 | 23.5%), and Sales & Related (4 | 1.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Furman

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Furman
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)51 (100.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)55 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)128 (59.0%)89 (41.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Furman are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (18 | 8.3%), Construction & Extraction (6 | 2.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (3 | 1.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Furman

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Furman
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)128 (59.0%)89 (41.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Furman are Transportation (45 | 20.7%), and Production (27 | 12.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Furman

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Furman
OccupationMaleFemale
Production24 (88.9%)3 (11.1%)
Transportation45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)69 (95.8%)3 (4.2%)
Total (Overall)128 (59.0%)89 (41.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Furman

Employment Industries in Furman

The major employment industries in Furman include Retail Trade (80 | 36.9%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (49 | 22.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (22 | 10.1%), Administrative & Support (17 | 7.8%), and Manufacturing (16 | 7.4%).
Employment Industries in Furman

Employment Industries by Sex in Furman

The Furman industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Furman
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting49 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing13 (81.2%)3 (18.8%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade29 (36.2%)51 (63.7%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities5 (83.3%)1 (16.7%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services3 (42.9%)4 (57.1%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total128 (59.0%)89 (41.0%)

Education in Furman

School Enrollment in Furman

The most common levels of schooling among the 56 students in Furman are elementary school (39 | 69.6%), high school (10 | 17.9%), and middle school (7 | 12.5%).
School Enrollment in Furman
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School3969.6%
Middle School712.5%
High School1017.9%
College / Undergraduate00.0%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total56100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Furman

Out of a total of 56 students who are enrolled in schools in Furman, 32 (57.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 24 (42.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 5 to 9 year old has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 25 (64.1% 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 7 (63.6% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Furman
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old14 (35.9%)25 (64.1%)
10 to 14 Year Olds3 (50.0%)3 (50.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds7 (63.6%)4 (36.4%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total24 (42.9%)32 (57.1%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Furman

Business (10 | 27.8%), education (9 | 25.0%), bio, nature & agricultural (8 | 22.2%), visual & performing arts (7 | 19.4%), and science & technology (2 | 5.6%) are the most common fields of study among 36 individuals in Furman who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Furman
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural822.2%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology25.6%
Business1027.8%
Education925.0%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts719.4%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total36100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Furman

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Furman

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Furman are males with 5 or more vehicles (61, accounting for 47.7%) and females with 5 or more vehicles (0, making up 71.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Furman
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle3 (2.3%)4 (4.7%)
1 Vehicle1 (0.8%)12 (14.1%)
2 Vehicles23 (18.0%)8 (9.4%)
3 Vehicles24 (18.8%)54 (63.5%)
4 Vehicles16 (12.5%)7 (8.2%)
5 or more Vehicles61 (47.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total128 (100.0%)85 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Furman

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Furman are 20 to 24 minutes (61 commuters, 29.2%), 45 to 59 minutes (53 commuters, 25.4%), and 30 to 34 minutes (23 commuters, 11.0%).
Commute Time in Furman
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes31.4%
5 to 9 Minutes209.6%
10 to 14 Minutes104.8%
15 to 19 Minutes41.9%
20 to 24 Minutes6129.2%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes2311.0%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes188.6%
45 to 59 Minutes5325.4%
60 to 89 Minutes178.1%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Furman

The most common commute times in Furman are 20 to 24 minutes (61 commuters, 48.4%) for males and 45 to 59 minutes (48 commuters, 57.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Furman
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes3 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes13 (10.3%)7 (8.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes10 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes4 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes61 (48.4%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes6 (4.8%)17 (20.5%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes18 (14.3%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes5 (4.0%)48 (57.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes6 (4.8%)11 (13.3%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Furman

The most frequent times of departure to work in Furman are 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM (50, 39.7%) for males and 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM (55, 66.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Furman
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM13 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM50 (39.7%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM18 (14.3%)55 (66.3%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM23 (18.2%)5 (6.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM4 (3.2%)8 (9.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM11 (8.7%)0 (0.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM4 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)8 (9.6%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)7 (8.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM3 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total126 (100.0%)83 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Furman

Occupancy by Ownership in Furman

Of the total 173 dwellings in Furman, owner-occupied units account for 130 (75.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 43 (24.9%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Furman
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units13075.1%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units4324.9%
Total Occupied Housing Units173100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Furman

Occupancy by Household Size in Furman
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household3922.5%
2-Person Household4827.8%
3-Person Household95.2%
4+ Person Household7744.5%
Total Housing Units173100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Furman

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Furman
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household21 (53.8%)18 (46.2%)
2-Person Household34 (70.8%)14 (29.2%)
3-Person Household2 (22.2%)7 (77.8%)
4+ Person Household73 (94.8%)4 (5.2%)
Total Housing Units130 (75.1%)43 (24.9%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Furman

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Furman
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School11 (68.8%)5 (31.2%)
High School Diploma48 (60.8%)31 (39.2%)
College/Associate Degree64 (95.5%)3 (4.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher7 (63.6%)4 (36.4%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Furman

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Furman
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years4526.0%
35 to 44 Years2212.7%
45 to 54 Years2112.1%
55 to 64 Years3520.2%
65 to 74 Years2112.1%
75 to 84 Years2715.6%
85 Years and Over21.2%
Total173100.0%

Housing Finances in Furman

Median Income by Occupancy in Furman

Median Income by Occupancy in Furman
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied130 (75.1%)$105,000
Renter-Occupied43 (24.9%)$0
Average173 (100.0%)$77,292

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Furman

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Furman
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)7 (16.3%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)3 (7.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9992 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99910 (7.7%)19 (44.2%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9992 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99918 (13.9%)3 (7.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9996 (4.6%)11 (25.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99924 (18.5%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99968 (52.3%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total130 (100.0%)43 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Furman

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Furman
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3007 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49938 (29.2%)7 (16.3%)
$500 to $79959 (45.4%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $99918 (13.9%)3 (7.0%)
$1,000 to $1,4998 (6.1%)7 (16.3%)
$1,500 to $1,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total130 (100.0%)43 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Furman

Housing Structures in Furman

Housing Structures in Furman
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached11868.2%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other5531.8%
Total173100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Furman

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Furman
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached96 (81.4%)22 (18.6%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other34 (61.8%)21 (38.2%)
Total130 (75.1%)43 (24.9%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Furman

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Furman
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms4 (3.1%)7 (16.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms57 (43.9%)3 (7.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms43 (33.1%)13 (30.2%)
8 or more Rooms26 (20.0%)20 (46.5%)
Total130 (100.0%)43 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Furman

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Furman
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas60 (46.2%)16 (37.2%)
Electricity70 (53.8%)27 (62.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total130 (100.0%)43 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Furman

Household Vehicle Usage in Furman
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle1 (0.8%)11 (25.6%)
1 Vehicle18 (13.9%)11 (25.6%)
2 Vehicles28 (21.5%)0 (0.0%)
3 or more Vehicles83 (63.8%)21 (48.8%)
Total130 (100.0%)43 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Furman

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Furman

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units10426
Median Property Value$84,200$73,900
Median Household Income$94,000$0
Monthly Housing Costs$602$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,140$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Furman

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Furman
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0004 (3.8%)6 (23.1%)
$50,000 to $99,99977 (74.0%)18 (69.2%)
$100,000 to $299,99923 (22.1%)2 (7.7%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total104 (100.0%)26 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Furman

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Furman
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9996 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)6 (23.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99918 (17.3%)2 (7.7%)
$50,000 to $74,9996 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99924 (23.1%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99950 (48.1%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)18 (69.2%)
Total104 (100.0%)26 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Furman

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Furman
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x82 (78.8%)0 (0.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x4 (3.8%)18 (69.2%)
3.0x to 3.9x12 (11.5%)6 (23.1%)
4.0x or more6 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total104 (100.0%)26 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Furman

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Furman
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80028 (26.9%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49971 (68.3%)20 (76.9%)
$800 to $1,4994 (3.8%)6 (23.1%)
Total104 (100.0%)26 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Furman

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Furman

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Furman
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years103 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years102 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years64 (75.3%)21 (24.7%)
45 to 54 Years40 (85.1%)7 (14.9%)
55 to 64 Years42 (87.5%)6 (12.5%)
65 to 74 Years39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total525 (93.9%)34 (6.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Furman

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Furman
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen103 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Furman

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Furman
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00034 (65.4%)18 (34.6%)
$25,000 to $49,99936 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99958 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99958 (78.4%)16 (21.6%)
$100,000 and over339 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Furman

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Furman
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 632 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years48 (77.4%)20 (32.3%)
19 to 25 Years103 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)102 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years44 (51.8%)20 (23.5%)
45 to 54 Years18 (38.3%)22 (46.8%)
55 to 64 Years16 (33.3%)28 (58.3%)
65 to 74 Years36 (92.3%)22 (56.4%)
75 Years and over41 (100.0%)27 (65.8%)
Total338 (60.5%)241 (43.1%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Furman

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Furman
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)5 (9.8%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years14 (17.3%)19 (19.2%)
65 to 74 Years3 (75.0%)8 (22.9%)
75 Years and over19 (55.9%)7 (100.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Furman

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Furman: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years6 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Furman: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years8 (9.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)4 (11.4%)
75 Years and over9 (26.5%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Furman: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)7 (7.1%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over12 (35.3%)1 (14.3%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Furman: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)5 (9.8%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years8 (9.9%)19 (19.2%)
65 to 74 Years3 (75.0%)4 (11.4%)
75 Years and over12 (35.3%)6 (85.7%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Furman: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)5 (9.8%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)2 (2.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over12 (35.3%)2 (28.6%)

Technology Access in Furman

Computing Device Access in Furman

Computing Device Access in Furman
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop14080.9%
Smartphone14885.6%
Tablet9353.8%
No Computing Device148.1%
Total173100.0%

Internet Access in Furman

Internet Access in Furman
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home14382.7%
Cellular Data Only00.0%
Satellite Internet1911.0%
No Internet2112.1%
Total173100.0%

Furman Summary

Furman, South Carolina is a small town located in the Upstate region of the state. It is situated in Greenville County, approximately 10 miles from the city of Greenville. The town was founded in 1820 and named after Richard Furman, a prominent Baptist minister and educator. The town has a population of approximately 1,500 people and is known for its small-town charm and friendly atmosphere.

Geography

Furman is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and is surrounded by rolling hills and lush forests. The town is situated on the Reedy River, which is a tributary of the Saluda River. The town is located at an elevation of 890 feet above sea level. The climate in Furman is mild, with temperatures ranging from the mid-50s in the winter to the mid-80s in the summer.

Economy

Furman’s economy is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The town is home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, and wheat. Furman is also home to several wineries, which produce a variety of wines. The town is also a popular tourist destination, with many visitors coming to enjoy the town’s small-town charm and natural beauty.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Furman was 1,521. The racial makeup of the town was 94.3% White, 3.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 0.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in Furman was $37,917, and the median income for a family was $45,625. The per capita income for the town was $19,945. About 8.3% of families and 10.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Education

Furman is served by the Greenville County School District. The town is home to Furman Elementary School, which serves students in grades K-5. The town is also home to Furman Middle School, which serves students in grades 6-8, and Furman High School, which serves students in grades 9-12.

Conclusion

Furman, South Carolina is a small town located in the Upstate region of the state. It is situated in Greenville County, approximately 10 miles from the city of Greenville. The town was founded in 1820 and named after Richard Furman, a prominent Baptist minister and educator. The town has a population of approximately 1,500 people and is known for its small-town charm and friendly atmosphere. The town’s economy is largely based on agriculture and tourism, and the town is served by the Greenville County School District. Furman is a great place to live, work, and raise a family.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Furman?
Total Population of Furman is 559.
What is the Total Male Population of Furman?
Total Male Population of Furman is 288.
What is the Total Female Population of Furman?
Total Female Population of Furman is 271.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Furman?
There are 106.27 Males per 100 Females in Furman.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Furman?
There are 94.10 Females per 100 Males in Furman.
What is the Median Population Age in Furman?
Median Population Age in Furman is 30.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Furman
Average Family Size in Furman is 3.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Furman
Average Household Size in Furman is 3.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Furman?
Per Capita income in Furman is $22,150.
What is the Median Family Income in Furman?
Median Family Income in Furman is $107,556.
What is the Median Household income in Furman?
Median Household Income in Furman is $77,292.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Furman?
Income or Wage Gap in Furman is 48.9%.
Women in Furman earn 51.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Furman?
Inequality or Gini Index in Furman is 0.35.
How Large is the Labor Force in Furman?
There are 256 People in the Labor Forcein in Furman.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Furman?
54.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Furman.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Furman?
Unemployment Rate in Furman is 15.2%.