Ridgeway, SC

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Ridgeway Overview

251
TOTAL POPULATION
124
MALE POPULATION
127
FEMALE POPULATION
97.64
MALES / 100 FEMALES
102.42
FEMALES / 100 MALES
56.5
MEDIAN AGE
2.5
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$29,501
PER CAPITA INCOME
$47,500
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$40,500
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
$10,068
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.57
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
131
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
60.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Ridgeway Zip Codes

Ridgeway Area Codes

Race in Ridgeway

The most populous races in Ridgeway are White / Caucasian (173 | 68.9%), Black / African American (75 | 29.9%), and Hispanic or Latino (5 | 2.0%).
Race in Ridgeway
Race# Population% Population
Asian31.2%
Black / African American7529.9%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino52.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian17368.9%
Two or more Races00.0%
Some other Race00.0%
Total251100.0%

Ancestry in Ridgeway

The most populous ancestries reported in Ridgeway are German (29 | 11.6%), English (20 | 8.0%), Irish (17 | 6.8%), Scottish (11 | 4.4%), and European (9 | 3.6%), together accounting for 34.3% of all Ridgeway residents.
Ancestry in Ridgeway
Ancestry# Population% Population
American20.8%
Dutch10.4%
English208.0%
European93.6%
German2911.6%
Irish176.8%
Italian10.4%
Korean31.2%
Puerto Rican52.0%
Scotch-Irish83.2%
Scottish114.4%
Welsh20.8%
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Immigrants in Ridgeway

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Ridgeway came from Asia (3 | 1.2%), Philippines (3 | 1.2%), South Eastern Asia (3 | 1.2%), Europe (1 | 0.4%), and Northern Europe (1 | 0.4%), together accounting for 4.4% of all Ridgeway residents.
Immigrants in Ridgeway
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia31.2%
Europe10.4%
Northern Europe10.4%
Philippines31.2%
South Eastern Asia31.2%
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Sex and Age in Ridgeway

Sex and Age in Ridgeway

The most populous age groups in Ridgeway are Under 5 Years (17 | 13.7%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (21 | 16.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Ridgeway
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years17 (13.7%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Years9 (7.3%)2 (1.6%)
10 to 14 Years2 (1.6%)4 (3.2%)
15 to 19 Years6 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years7 (5.7%)8 (6.3%)
25 to 29 Years10 (8.1%)20 (15.8%)
30 to 34 Years5 (4.0%)3 (2.4%)
35 to 39 Years0 (0.0%)2 (1.6%)
40 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)3 (2.4%)
45 to 49 Years2 (1.6%)2 (1.6%)
50 to 54 Years4 (3.2%)16 (12.6%)
55 to 59 Years5 (4.0%)12 (9.5%)
60 to 64 Years10 (8.1%)13 (10.2%)
65 to 69 Years12 (9.7%)21 (16.5%)
70 to 74 Years16 (12.9%)14 (11.0%)
75 to 79 Years7 (5.7%)5 (3.9%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over12 (9.7%)2 (1.6%)
Total124 (100.0%)127 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Ridgeway

Median Family Size in Ridgeway

The median family size in Ridgeway is 2.55 persons per family, with single female/mother families (20 | 25.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.6 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (6 | 7.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.17 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Ridgeway
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple52 (66.7%)2.58
Single Male/Father6 (7.7%)2.17
Single Female/Mother20 (25.6%)2.60
Total Families78 (100.0%)2.55

Median Household Size in Ridgeway

Median Household Size in Ridgeway
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple52 (40.6%)2.58
Single Male/Father6 (4.7%)2.50
Single Female/Mother20 (15.6%)2.60
Non-family50 (39.1%)-
Total Households128 (100.0%)1.96

Household Size by Marriage Status in Ridgeway

Out of a total of 128 households in Ridgeway, 78 (60.9%) are family households, while 50 (39.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 55, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 50.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Ridgeway
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-50 (39.1%)
2-Person Households55 (43.0%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Households11 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households12 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total78 (60.9%)50 (39.1%)

Female Fertility in Ridgeway

Fertility by Age in Ridgeway

Female Fertility by Age in Ridgeway
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 Ridgeway

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Ridgeway
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 Ridgeway

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Ridgeway
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 Ridgeway

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Ridgeway
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 Ridgeway

Income Overview in Ridgeway

Per Capita Income in Ridgeway is $29,501, while median incomes of families and households are $47,500 and $40,500 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income251$29,501
Median Family Income78$47,500
Mean Family Income78$75,847
Median Household Income128$40,500
Mean Household Income128$59,910
Income Deficit78$10,068
Wage / Income Gap (%)2510.00%
Wage / Income Gap ($)251100.00¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2510.57

Earnings by Sex in Ridgeway

Earnings by Sex in Ridgeway
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male56 (42.1%)$0
Female77 (57.9%)$0
Total133 (100.0%)$0

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Ridgeway

The most common earnings brackets in Ridgeway are $7,500 to $9,999 for men (9 | 16.1%) and $2,500 to $4,999 for women (19 | 24.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Ridgeway
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less5 (8.9%)6 (7.8%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)19 (24.7%)
$5,000 to $7,4997 (12.5%)2 (2.6%)
$7,500 to $9,9999 (16.1%)7 (9.1%)
$10,000 to $12,4995 (8.9%)1 (1.3%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)2 (2.6%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)3 (3.9%)
$22,500 to $24,9991 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)7 (9.1%)
$30,000 to $34,9992 (3.6%)7 (9.1%)
$35,000 to $39,9995 (8.9%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,9995 (8.9%)3 (3.9%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)4 (5.2%)
$50,000 to $54,9996 (10.7%)3 (3.9%)
$55,000 to $64,9992 (3.6%)1 (1.3%)
$65,000 to $74,9991 (1.8%)3 (3.9%)
$75,000 to $99,9993 (5.4%)9 (11.7%)
$100,000+5 (8.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total56 (100.0%)77 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Ridgeway

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Ridgeway
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree$53,500$0
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$38,750$0

Family Income in Ridgeway

Family Income Brackets in Ridgeway

According to the Ridgeway family income data, there are 14 families falling into the less than $10,000 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 17.9% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Ridgeway
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001417.9%
$10,000 to $14,999810.3%
$15,000 to $24,99979.0%
$25,000 to $34,99900.0%
$35,000 to $49,9991417.9%
$50,000 to $74,99945.1%
$75,000 to $99,999810.3%
$100,000 to $149,99956.4%
$150,000 to $199,9991215.4%
$200,000+67.7%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Ridgeway

4-person families (7 | 9.0%) account for the highest median family income in Ridgeway with $76,250 per family, while 2-person families (55 | 70.5%) have the highest median income of $25,208 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Ridgeway
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families55 (70.5%)$50,417
3-Person Families16 (20.5%)$0
4-Person Families7 (9.0%)$76,250
5-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total78 (100.0%)$47,500

Family Income by Number of Earners in Ridgeway

Family Income by Number of Earners in Ridgeway
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners16 (20.5%)$0
1 Earner25 (32.1%)$0
2 Earners29 (37.2%)$0
3+ Earners8 (10.3%)$105,000
Total78 (100.0%)$47,500

Household Income in Ridgeway

Household Income Brackets in Ridgeway

With 31 households falling in the category, the less than $10,000 income range is the most frequent in Ridgeway, accounting for 24.2% of all households. In contrast, only 3 households (2.3%) fall into the $25,000 to $34,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Ridgeway
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0003124.2%
$10,000 to $14,999129.4%
$15,000 to $24,999107.8%
$25,000 to $34,99932.3%
$35,000 to $49,9992318.0%
$50,000 to $74,9991310.2%
$75,000 to $99,99986.3%
$100,000 to $149,99997.0%
$150,000 to $199,9991310.2%
$200,000+64.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in Ridgeway

The median household income in Ridgeway is $40,500, with the highest median household income of $41,750 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 21 households (16.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 7 households (5.5%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Ridgeway
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years7 (5.5%)$0
25 to 44 Years21 (16.4%)$41,750
45 to 64 Years31 (24.2%)$0
65+ Years69 (53.9%)$0
Total128 (100.0%)$40,500

Poverty in Ridgeway

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Ridgeway

With 43.5% poverty level for males and 35.4% for females among the residents of Ridgeway, under 5 year old males and 25 to 34 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 17 males (100.0%) and 16 females (69.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Ridgeway
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years4 (44.4%)2 (66.7%)
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 Years7 (100.0%)5 (62.5%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)16 (69.6%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years1 (16.7%)10 (55.6%)
55 to 64 Years3 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years8 (28.6%)10 (28.6%)
75 Years and over14 (73.7%)2 (28.6%)
Total54 (43.5%)45 (35.4%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Ridgeway

According to the poverty statistics in Ridgeway, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 12 to 14 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 Ridgeway
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years5 (55.6%)1 (33.3%)
12 to 14 Years2 (100.0%)3 (100.0%)
15 Years1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)3 (37.5%)
25 to 34 Years15 (100.0%)7 (30.4%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years5 (83.3%)8 (44.4%)
55 to 64 Years12 (80.0%)25 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years20 (71.4%)25 (71.4%)
75 Years and over5 (26.3%)5 (71.4%)
Total70 (56.5%)82 (64.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Ridgeway

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Ridgeway show that 28.8% or 15 of the total 52 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 53.8%, comprising of 7 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 20.5%, which includes 8 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Ridgeway
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children31 (79.5%)8 (20.5%)
1 or 2 Children6 (46.2%)7 (53.8%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total37 (71.2%)15 (28.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Ridgeway

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Ridgeway
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)10 (62.5%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)3 (75.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)13 (65.0%)

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

The poverty data for Ridgeway shows that 15 of the married-couple family households (28.8%) and 13 of the single-parent households (50.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 7 households (53.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 10 household (62.5%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Ridgeway
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children8 (20.5%)10 (62.5%)
1 or 2 Children7 (53.8%)3 (30.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total15 (28.8%)13 (50.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Ridgeway

Employment by Class of Employer in Ridgeway

Among the 129 employed individuals in Ridgeway, private company employees (77 | 59.7%), local government employees (27 | 20.9%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (10 | 7.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Ridgeway
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees7759.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)43.1%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)107.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations43.1%
Local Government Employees2720.9%
State Government Employees32.3%
Federal Government Employees43.1%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total129100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Ridgeway

According to the labor force statistics for Ridgeway, out of the total population over 16 years of age (216), 60.6% or 131 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.5% or 2 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 16 to 19 years, with 100.0% or 5 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 25.0% or 2 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Ridgeway
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years27 (90.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years8 (100.0%)2 (25.0%)
35 to 44 Years5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years12 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years15 (88.2%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years15 (65.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years27 (42.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over2 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total131 (60.6%)2 (1.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Ridgeway

According to labor force statistics for Ridgeway, 76.6% of individuals (82) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (107) are in the labor force, with 2.4% or 2 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 96.3% or 26 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 11.1% or 2 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Ridgeway
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School14 (58.3%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma18 (58.1%)3 (11.1%)
College / Associate Degree24 (96.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher26 (96.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total82 (76.6%)3 (2.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Ridgeway

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Ridgeway are Management (11 | 8.5%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (11 | 8.5%), Computers, Engineering & Science (7 | 5.4%), Community & Social Service (5 | 3.9%), and Computers & Mathematics (4 | 3.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Ridgeway

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Ridgeway, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (71.4%), and Legal Services & Support (66.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Ridgeway
OccupationMaleFemale
Management3 (27.3%)8 (72.7%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science5 (71.4%)2 (28.6%)
Computers & Mathematics2 (50.0%)2 (50.0%)
Architecture & Engineering3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 2 (40.0%)3 (60.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support2 (66.7%)1 (33.3%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Total (Category)10 (28.6%)25 (71.4%)
Total (Overall)56 (43.4%)73 (56.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Ridgeway are Food Preparation & Serving (16 | 12.4%), Security & Protection (9 | 7.0%), Law Enforcement (9 | 7.0%), Personal Care & Service (4 | 3.1%), and Healthcare Support (3 | 2.3%).
Services Occupations in Ridgeway

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Ridgeway, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Ridgeway
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Security & Protection9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Total (Category)12 (34.3%)23 (65.7%)
Total (Overall)56 (43.4%)73 (56.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Ridgeway are Office & Administration (18 | 14.0%), and Sales & Related (17 | 13.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Ridgeway

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Ridgeway
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related13 (76.5%)4 (23.5%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
Total (Category)13 (37.1%)22 (62.9%)
Total (Overall)56 (43.4%)73 (56.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Ridgeway are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (8 | 6.2%), and Construction & Extraction (5 | 3.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Ridgeway

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Ridgeway
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)56 (43.4%)73 (56.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Ridgeway are Production (5 | 3.9%), Material Moving (5 | 3.9%), and Transportation (1 | 0.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Ridgeway

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Ridgeway
OccupationMaleFemale
Production5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving2 (40.0%)3 (60.0%)
Total (Category)8 (72.7%)3 (27.3%)
Total (Overall)56 (43.4%)73 (56.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Ridgeway

Employment Industries in Ridgeway

The major employment industries in Ridgeway include Public Administration (25 | 19.4%), Retail Trade (24 | 18.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (20 | 15.5%), Accommodation & Food Services (16 | 12.4%), and Manufacturing (8 | 6.2%).
Employment Industries in Ridgeway

Employment Industries by Sex in Ridgeway

The Ridgeway industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Ridgeway
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing4 (50.0%)4 (50.0%)
Wholesale Trade1 (50.0%)1 (50.0%)
Retail Trade16 (66.7%)8 (33.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance2 (33.3%)4 (66.7%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific3 (60.0%)2 (40.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services5 (83.3%)1 (16.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Public Administration12 (48.0%)13 (52.0%)
Total56 (43.4%)73 (56.6%)

Education in Ridgeway

School Enrollment in Ridgeway

The most common levels of schooling among the 25 students in Ridgeway are elementary school (9 | 36.0%), high school (8 | 32.0%), and kindergarten (3 | 12.0%).
School Enrollment in Ridgeway
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten312.0%
Elementary School936.0%
Middle School28.0%
High School832.0%
College / Undergraduate28.0%
Graduate / Professional14.0%
Total25100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Ridgeway

Out of a total of 25 students who are enrolled in schools in Ridgeway, 9 (36.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 16 (64.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 3 (60.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 1 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Ridgeway
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old8 (72.7%)3 (27.3%)
10 to 14 Year Olds3 (50.0%)3 (50.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds2 (40.0%)3 (60.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total16 (64.0%)9 (36.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Ridgeway

Liberal arts & history (14 | 23.3%), science & technology (10 | 16.7%), business (10 | 16.7%), social sciences (6 | 10.0%), and arts & humanities (6 | 10.0%) are the most common fields of study among 60 individuals in Ridgeway who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Ridgeway
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural35.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology23.3%
Social Sciences610.0%
Engineering35.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology1016.7%
Business1016.7%
Education58.3%
Literature & Languages11.7%
Liberal Arts & History1423.3%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities610.0%
Total60100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Ridgeway

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Ridgeway

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Ridgeway are males with 2 vehicles (24, accounting for 42.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (30, making up 32.9%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Ridgeway
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle7 (12.5%)14 (19.2%)
2 Vehicles24 (42.9%)30 (41.1%)
3 Vehicles21 (37.5%)22 (30.1%)
4 Vehicles2 (3.6%)2 (2.7%)
5 or more Vehicles2 (3.6%)5 (6.9%)
Total56 (100.0%)73 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Ridgeway

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Ridgeway are 25 to 29 minutes (42 commuters, 34.7%), 30 to 34 minutes (24 commuters, 19.8%), and 35 to 39 minutes (13 commuters, 10.7%).
Commute Time in Ridgeway
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes75.8%
5 to 9 Minutes86.6%
10 to 14 Minutes21.7%
15 to 19 Minutes86.6%
20 to 24 Minutes97.4%
25 to 29 Minutes4234.7%
30 to 34 Minutes2419.8%
35 to 39 Minutes1310.7%
40 to 44 Minutes10.8%
45 to 59 Minutes65.0%
60 to 89 Minutes10.8%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Ridgeway

The most common commute times in Ridgeway are 25 to 29 minutes (18 commuters, 32.7%) for males and 25 to 29 minutes (24 commuters, 36.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Ridgeway
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes5 (9.1%)2 (3.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes3 (5.4%)5 (7.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes1 (1.8%)1 (1.5%)
15 to 19 Minutes7 (12.7%)1 (1.5%)
20 to 24 Minutes6 (10.9%)3 (4.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes18 (32.7%)24 (36.4%)
30 to 34 Minutes8 (14.5%)16 (24.2%)
35 to 39 Minutes6 (10.9%)7 (10.6%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)1 (1.5%)
45 to 59 Minutes1 (1.8%)5 (7.6%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)1 (1.5%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Ridgeway

The most frequent times of departure to work in Ridgeway are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (12, 21.8%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (26, 39.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Ridgeway
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM2 (3.6%)7 (10.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM12 (21.8%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM3 (5.4%)26 (39.4%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM8 (14.5%)1 (1.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM1 (1.8%)9 (13.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM9 (16.4%)7 (10.6%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM4 (7.3%)1 (1.5%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)10 (15.1%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM12 (21.8%)3 (4.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM4 (7.3%)2 (3.0%)
Total55 (100.0%)66 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Ridgeway

Occupancy by Ownership in Ridgeway

Of the total 128 dwellings in Ridgeway, owner-occupied units account for 87 (68.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 41 (32.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Ridgeway
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units8768.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units4132.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units128100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Ridgeway

Occupancy by Household Size in Ridgeway
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household5039.1%
2-Person Household5543.0%
3-Person Household118.6%
4+ Person Household129.4%
Total Housing Units128100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Ridgeway

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Ridgeway
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household29 (58.0%)21 (42.0%)
2-Person Household43 (78.2%)12 (21.8%)
3-Person Household3 (27.3%)8 (72.7%)
4+ Person Household12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units87 (68.0%)41 (32.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Ridgeway

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Ridgeway
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School11 (55.0%)9 (45.0%)
High School Diploma24 (64.9%)13 (35.1%)
College/Associate Degree24 (66.7%)12 (33.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher28 (80.0%)7 (20.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Ridgeway

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Ridgeway
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years2418.8%
35 to 44 Years43.1%
45 to 54 Years1410.9%
55 to 64 Years1713.3%
65 to 74 Years4434.4%
75 to 84 Years118.6%
85 Years and Over1410.9%
Total128100.0%

Housing Finances in Ridgeway

Median Income by Occupancy in Ridgeway

Median Income by Occupancy in Ridgeway
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied87 (68.0%)$47,813
Renter-Occupied41 (32.0%)$0
Average128 (100.0%)$40,500

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Ridgeway

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Ridgeway
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0009 (10.3%)16 (39.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9996 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9993 (3.5%)9 (22.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9995 (5.8%)3 (7.3%)
$20,000 to $24,9991 (1.1%)1 (2.4%)
$25,000 to $34,9992 (2.3%)1 (2.4%)
$35,000 to $49,99921 (24.1%)2 (4.9%)
$50,000 to $74,9998 (9.2%)5 (12.2%)
$75,000 to $99,9998 (9.2%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9995 (5.8%)4 (9.8%)
$150,000 or more19 (21.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total87 (100.0%)41 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Ridgeway

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Ridgeway
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3001 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49924 (27.6%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $7992 (2.3%)25 (61.0%)
$800 to $9998 (9.2%)11 (26.8%)
$1,000 to $1,49928 (32.2%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9997 (8.1%)4 (9.8%)
$2,000 to $2,49913 (14.9%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9994 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total87 (100.0%)41 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Ridgeway

Housing Structures in Ridgeway

Housing Structures in Ridgeway
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached10884.4%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments97.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments86.2%
10 or more Apartments32.3%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total128100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Ridgeway

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Ridgeway
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached87 (80.6%)21 (19.4%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total87 (68.0%)41 (32.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Ridgeway

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Ridgeway
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room1 (1.1%)2 (4.9%)
2 or 3 Rooms5 (5.8%)7 (17.1%)
4 or 5 Rooms11 (12.6%)22 (53.7%)
6 or 7 Rooms33 (37.9%)10 (24.4%)
8 or more Rooms37 (42.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total87 (100.0%)41 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Ridgeway

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Ridgeway
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas5 (5.8%)5 (12.2%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas27 (31.0%)5 (12.2%)
Electricity53 (60.9%)24 (58.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene2 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)7 (17.1%)
Total87 (100.0%)41 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Ridgeway

Household Vehicle Usage in Ridgeway
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)6 (14.6%)
1 Vehicle31 (35.6%)14 (34.2%)
2 Vehicles26 (29.9%)21 (51.2%)
3 or more Vehicles30 (34.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total87 (100.0%)41 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Ridgeway

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Ridgeway

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units2859
Median Property Value$179,200$154,200
Median Household Income$35,000$15
Monthly Housing Costs$427$0
Real Estate Taxes$533$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Ridgeway

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Ridgeway
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0003 (10.7%)3 (5.1%)
$50,000 to $99,9999 (32.1%)2 (3.4%)
$100,000 to $299,99913 (46.4%)43 (72.9%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)10 (17.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)1 (1.7%)
$750,000 to $999,9993 (10.7%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total28 (100.0%)59 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Ridgeway

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Ridgeway
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0003 (10.7%)2 (3.4%)
$10,000 to $24,9999 (32.1%)12 (20.3%)
$25,000 to $34,9992 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9995 (17.9%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9992 (7.1%)16 (27.1%)
$75,000 to $99,9991 (3.6%)6 (10.2%)
$100,000 to $149,9992 (7.1%)7 (11.9%)
$150,000 or more4 (14.3%)3 (5.1%)
Total28 (100.0%)59 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Ridgeway

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Ridgeway
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x9 (32.1%)50,938 (86,335.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x3 (10.7%)14 (23.7%)
3.0x to 3.9x0 (0.0%)21 (35.6%)
4.0x or more16 (57.1%)6 (10.2%)
Total28 (100.0%)59 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Ridgeway

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Ridgeway
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80019 (67.9%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)15 (25.4%)
$800 to $1,4993 (10.7%)35 (59.3%)
Total28 (100.0%)59 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Ridgeway

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ridgeway

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ridgeway
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years20 (87.0%)3 (13.0%)
19 to 25 Years17 (94.4%)1 (5.6%)
26 to 34 Years23 (65.7%)12 (34.3%)
35 to 44 Years5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years23 (95.8%)1 (4.2%)
55 to 64 Years39 (97.5%)1 (2.5%)
65 to 74 Years63 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total233 (92.8%)18 (7.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Ridgeway

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Ridgeway
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen20 (87.0%)3 (13.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen17 (94.4%)1 (5.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Ridgeway

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Ridgeway
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00088 (85.4%)15 (14.6%)
$25,000 to $49,99953 (98.2%)1 (1.8%)
$50,000 to $74,99918 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99920 (90.9%)2 (9.1%)
$100,000 and over54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ridgeway

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ridgeway
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 617 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years7 (30.4%)14 (60.9%)
19 to 25 Years11 (61.1%)13 (72.2%)
25 to 34 Years4 (11.4%)19 (54.3%)
35 to 44 Years1 (20.0%)4 (80.0%)
45 to 54 Years11 (45.8%)13 (54.2%)
55 to 64 Years5 (12.5%)36 (90.0%)
65 to 74 Years63 (100.0%)42 (66.7%)
75 Years and over26 (100.0%)22 (84.6%)
Total145 (57.8%)163 (64.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Ridgeway

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Ridgeway
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years2 (11.8%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years3 (14.3%)6 (12.5%)
65 to 74 Years3 (10.7%)12 (34.3%)
75 Years and over3 (15.8%)3 (42.9%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Ridgeway

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Ridgeway: <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 Years0 (0.0%)6 (12.5%)
65 to 74 Years3 (10.7%)2 (5.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Ridgeway: <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 Years0 (0.0%)1 (2.1%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Ridgeway: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years2 (11.8%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years1 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)2 (5.7%)
75 Years and over3 (15.8%)2 (28.6%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Ridgeway: <span>Ambulatory 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 Years3 (14.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)10 (28.6%)
75 Years and over3 (15.8%)1 (14.3%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Ridgeway: <span>Self-Care 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 Years1 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)6 (17.1%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Ridgeway

Computing Device Access in Ridgeway

Computing Device Access in Ridgeway
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop10582.0%
Smartphone11589.8%
Tablet9070.3%
No Computing Device64.7%
Total128100.0%

Internet Access in Ridgeway

Internet Access in Ridgeway
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home8868.8%
Cellular Data Only75.5%
Satellite Internet1612.5%
No Internet2217.2%
Total128100.0%

Ridgeway Summary

Ridgeway is a small town located in Fairfield County, South Carolina. It is situated in the Midlands region of the state, approximately 25 miles northwest of Columbia, the state capital. The town has a population of approximately 1,500 people and is part of the Columbia Metropolitan Statistical Area.

History

Ridgeway was founded in 1820 by a group of settlers from Virginia. The town was named after the nearby ridge, which was used as a landmark by the settlers. The town was incorporated in 1871 and was the first town in Fairfield County to be incorporated.
Ridgeway was an important stop on the Charlotte-to-Columbia railroad line, which was completed in 1852. The town was also the site of a major Civil War battle in 1865, when Union forces defeated Confederate forces in the Battle of Ridgeway.

Geography

Ridgeway is located in the Midlands region of South Carolina, approximately 25 miles northwest of Columbia. The town is situated in the Piedmont region of the state, which is characterized by rolling hills and flat plains. The town is located on the banks of the Broad River, which flows through the town and provides a source of recreation for the residents.
The climate in Ridgeway is humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 70 degrees Fahrenheit, with an average high of around 90 degrees in the summer and an average low of around 50 degrees in the winter.

Economy

Ridgeway’s economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The town is home to several large farms, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, cotton, and tobacco. The town is also home to several manufacturing companies, which produce a variety of products, including furniture, textiles, and automotive parts.
The town is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers. The town is also home to a number of tourist attractions, including the Ridgeway Historic District, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Demographics

Ridgeway has a population of approximately 1,500 people, with a median age of 39. The town is predominantly white, with a small African American population. The town has a median household income of $37,000, and the poverty rate is around 15%.
The town is served by the Fairfield County School District, which includes two elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. The town is also home to several churches, including the Ridgeway United Methodist Church and the Ridgeway Baptist Church.

Conclusion

Ridgeway is a small town located in Fairfield County, South Carolina. It is situated in the Midlands region of the state, approximately 25 miles northwest of Columbia, the state capital. The town has a population of approximately 1,500 people and is part of the Columbia Metropolitan Statistical Area. The town’s economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing, and the town is home to several tourist attractions, including the Ridgeway Historic District. The town is served by the Fairfield County School District, and the town is predominantly white, with a small African American population.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Ridgeway?
Total Population of Ridgeway is 251.
What is the Total Male Population of Ridgeway?
Total Male Population of Ridgeway is 124.
What is the Total Female Population of Ridgeway?
Total Female Population of Ridgeway is 127.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Ridgeway?
There are 97.64 Males per 100 Females in Ridgeway.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Ridgeway?
There are 102.42 Females per 100 Males in Ridgeway.
What is the Median Population Age in Ridgeway?
Median Population Age in Ridgeway is 56.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Ridgeway
Average Family Size in Ridgeway is 2.5 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Ridgeway
Average Household Size in Ridgeway is 2.0 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Ridgeway?
Per Capita income in Ridgeway is $29,501.
What is the Median Family Income in Ridgeway?
Median Family Income in Ridgeway is $47,500.
What is the Median Household income in Ridgeway?
Median Household Income in Ridgeway is $40,500.
What is Family Income Deficit in Ridgeway?
Family Income Deficit in Ridgeway is $10,068.
Families that are below poverty line in Ridgeway earn $10,068 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Ridgeway?
Inequality or Gini Index in Ridgeway is 0.57.
How Large is the Labor Force in Ridgeway?
There are 131 People in the Labor Forcein in Ridgeway.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Ridgeway?
60.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Ridgeway.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Ridgeway?
Unemployment Rate in Ridgeway is 1.5%.