York, SC

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York Overview

8,534
TOTAL POPULATION
3,922
MALE POPULATION
4,612
FEMALE POPULATION
85.04
MALES / 100 FEMALES
117.59
FEMALES / 100 MALES
37.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$26,020
PER CAPITA INCOME
$53,539
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$50,177
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
8.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
91.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.48
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
4,340
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
66.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
8.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

York Zip Codes

York Area Codes

Race in York

The most populous races in York are White / Caucasian (4,364 | 51.1%), Black / African American (2,666 | 31.2%), and Two or more Races (1,009 | 11.8%).
Race in York
Race# Population% Population
Asian100.1%
Black / African American2,66631.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino93511.0%
Native / Alaskan320.4%
White / Caucasian4,36451.1%
Two or more Races1,00911.8%
Some other Race4535.3%
Total8,534100.0%

Ancestry in York

The most populous ancestries reported in York are English (1,123 | 13.2%), Irish (963 | 11.3%), American (688 | 8.1%), Mexican (687 | 8.1%), and German (628 | 7.4%), together accounting for 47.9% of all York residents.
Ancestry in York
Ancestry# Population% Population
African110.1%
American6888.1%
British510.6%
Central American190.2%
Cherokee300.4%
Czech520.6%
Eastern European60.1%
Ecuadorian961.1%
English1,12313.2%
European991.2%
French1361.6%
French Canadian1021.2%
German6287.4%
Greek120.1%
Haitian110.1%
Icelander160.2%
Indian (Asian)620.7%
Irish96311.3%
Italian1481.7%
Lumbee160.2%
Mexican6878.1%
Norwegian120.1%
Polish590.7%
Puerto Rican1171.4%
Salvadoran190.2%
Scotch-Irish690.8%
Scottish2512.9%
Seminole740.9%
South American961.1%
Spanish130.2%
Sri Lankan270.3%
Subsaharan African110.1%
Thai100.1%
Turkish160.2%
Welsh110.1%
Yugoslavian821.0%
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Immigrants in York

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in York came from Latin America (300 | 3.5%), Central America (274 | 3.2%), Mexico (274 | 3.2%), Europe (34 | 0.4%), and Northern Europe (34 | 0.4%), together accounting for 10.7% of all York residents.
Immigrants in York
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa210.3%
Asia100.1%
Central America2743.2%
Ecuador260.3%
England180.2%
Europe340.4%
India100.1%
Latin America3003.5%
Mexico2743.2%
Northern Europe340.4%
South America260.3%
South Central Asia100.1%
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Sex and Age in York

Sex and Age in York

The most populous age groups in York are 10 to 14 Years (513 | 13.1%) for men and 50 to 54 Years (449 | 9.7%) for women.
Sex and Age in York
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years219 (5.6%)307 (6.7%)
5 to 9 Years166 (4.2%)284 (6.2%)
10 to 14 Years513 (13.1%)404 (8.8%)
15 to 19 Years199 (5.1%)255 (5.5%)
20 to 24 Years390 (9.9%)329 (7.1%)
25 to 29 Years197 (5.0%)168 (3.6%)
30 to 34 Years370 (9.4%)346 (7.5%)
35 to 39 Years194 (5.0%)212 (4.6%)
40 to 44 Years332 (8.5%)321 (7.0%)
45 to 49 Years108 (2.8%)212 (4.6%)
50 to 54 Years218 (5.6%)449 (9.7%)
55 to 59 Years377 (9.6%)443 (9.6%)
60 to 64 Years171 (4.4%)241 (5.2%)
65 to 69 Years127 (3.2%)156 (3.4%)
70 to 74 Years113 (2.9%)167 (3.6%)
75 to 79 Years135 (3.4%)137 (3.0%)
80 to 84 Years71 (1.8%)95 (2.1%)
85 Years and over22 (0.6%)86 (1.9%)
Total3,922 (100.0%)4,612 (100.0%)

Families and Households in York

Median Family Size in York

The median family size in York is 3.00 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,105 | 48.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.05 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (856 | 37.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.94 persons per family.
Median Family Size in York
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,105 (48.6%)3.05
Single Male/Father313 (13.8%)3.01
Single Female/Mother856 (37.6%)2.94
Total Families2,274 (100.0%)3.00

Median Household Size in York

The median household size in York is 2.53 persons per household, with single male/father households (313 | 9.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.47 persons per household. non-family households (1,038 | 31.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.18 persons per household.
Median Household Size in York
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,105 (33.4%)3.05
Single Male/Father313 (9.5%)3.47
Single Female/Mother856 (25.9%)3.15
Non-family1,038 (31.3%)1.18
Total Households3,312 (100.0%)2.53

Household Size by Marriage Status in York

Out of a total of 3,312 households in York, 2,274 (68.7%) are family households, while 1,038 (31.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 919, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 887.
Household Size by Marriage Status in York
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-887 (26.8%)
2-Person Households919 (27.8%)151 (4.6%)
3-Person Households406 (12.3%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households537 (16.2%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households359 (10.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households24 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households29 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,274 (68.7%)1,038 (31.3%)

Female Fertility in York

Fertility by Age in York

Average fertility rate in York is 78.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 197.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in York
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years166 (100.0%)197.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total166 (100.0%)78.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in York

29.5% of women with births (166) in York are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 70.5% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 70.5% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in York
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years49 (29.5%)117 (70.5%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total49 (29.5%)117 (70.5%)

Fertility by Education in York

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in York
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma110 (66.3%)223.0
College or Associate's Degree7 (4.2%)11.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree49 (29.5%)277.0
Total166 (100.0%)78.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in York

70.5% of women with births in York are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in York
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)110 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree49 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total49 (29.5%)117 (70.5%)

Income in York

Income Overview in York

Per Capita Income in York is $26,020, while median incomes of families and households are $53,539 and $50,177 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income8,534$26,020
Median Family Income2,274$53,539
Mean Family Income2,274$76,491
Median Household Income3,312$50,177
Mean Household Income3,312$66,622
Income Deficit2,274$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)8,5348.13%
Wage / Income Gap ($)8,53491.87¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index8,5340.48

Earnings by Sex in York

Average Earnings in York are $35,581, $37,755 for men and $34,685 for women, a difference of 8.1%.
Earnings by Sex in York
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male2,140 (50.6%)$37,755
Female2,085 (49.3%)$34,685
Total4,225 (100.0%)$35,581

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in York

The most common earnings brackets in York are $30,000 to $34,999 for men (346 | 16.2%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (257 | 12.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in York
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less73 (3.4%)80 (3.8%)
$2,500 to $4,99948 (2.2%)49 (2.4%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)40 (1.9%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)10 (0.5%)
$10,000 to $12,49967 (3.1%)96 (4.6%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)29 (1.4%)
$15,000 to $17,499152 (7.1%)113 (5.4%)
$17,500 to $19,9997 (0.3%)34 (1.6%)
$20,000 to $22,49927 (1.3%)76 (3.6%)
$22,500 to $24,99957 (2.7%)83 (4.0%)
$25,000 to $29,999238 (11.1%)257 (12.3%)
$30,000 to $34,999346 (16.2%)191 (9.2%)
$35,000 to $39,99999 (4.6%)245 (11.7%)
$40,000 to $44,999189 (8.8%)33 (1.6%)
$45,000 to $49,999279 (13.0%)193 (9.3%)
$50,000 to $54,99958 (2.7%)223 (10.7%)
$55,000 to $64,999166 (7.8%)74 (3.5%)
$65,000 to $74,999154 (7.2%)68 (3.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99975 (3.5%)68 (3.3%)
$100,000+105 (4.9%)123 (5.9%)
Total2,140 (100.0%)2,085 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in York

Average earnings in York are $44,753 for men and $37,250 for women, a difference of 16.8%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $59,250, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $41,447. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $51,837, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $29,720.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in York
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$41,447$29,720
High School Diploma$43,398$30,679
College or Associate's Degree$47,361$38,155
Bachelor's Degree$59,250$46,221
Graduate Degree--
Total$44,753$37,250

Family Income in York

Family Income Brackets in York

According to the York family income data, there are 478 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.0% of all families. Conversely, the $15,000 to $24,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 68 families (3.0%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in York
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001486.5%
$10,000 to $14,9991074.7%
$15,000 to $24,999683.0%
$25,000 to $34,99928412.5%
$35,000 to $49,99938416.9%
$50,000 to $74,99947821.0%
$75,000 to $99,99945520.0%
$100,000 to $149,9991235.4%
$150,000 to $199,999823.6%
$200,000+1436.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in York

3-person families (415 | 18.2%) account for the highest median family income in York with $86,202 per family, while 3-person families (415 | 18.2%) have the highest median income of $28,734 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in York
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families984 (43.3%)$51,687
3-Person Families415 (18.2%)$86,202
4-Person Families645 (28.4%)$44,406
5-Person Families177 (7.8%)$0
6-Person Families24 (1.1%)$0
7+ Person Families29 (1.3%)$0
Total2,274 (100.0%)$53,539

Family Income by Number of Earners in York

Family Income by Number of Earners in York
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners311 (13.7%)$0
1 Earner960 (42.2%)$43,636
2 Earners746 (32.8%)$84,439
3+ Earners257 (11.3%)$162,887
Total2,274 (100.0%)$53,539

Household Income in York

Household Income Brackets in York

With 643 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in York, accounting for 19.4% of all households. In contrast, only 123 households (3.7%) fall into the $100,000 to $149,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in York
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0002587.8%
$10,000 to $14,9992587.8%
$15,000 to $24,9993259.8%
$25,000 to $34,99937411.3%
$35,000 to $49,99943113.0%
$50,000 to $74,99964319.4%
$75,000 to $99,99963319.1%
$100,000 to $149,9991233.7%
$150,000 to $199,9991263.8%
$200,000+1424.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in York

The median household income in York is $50,177, with the highest median household income of $73,274 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,165 households (35.2%) 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 129 households (3.9%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in York
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years129 (3.9%)$0
25 to 44 Years1,165 (35.2%)$73,274
45 to 64 Years1,278 (38.6%)$44,367
65+ Years740 (22.3%)$25,577
Total3,312 (100.0%)$50,177

Poverty in York

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in York

With 12.2% poverty level for males and 21.8% for females among the residents of York, 75 year old and over males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 81 males (39.3%) and 215 females (51.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in York
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years73 (33.3%)104 (34.2%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years17 (4.6%)215 (51.7%)
12 to 14 Years44 (14.4%)45 (18.7%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years18 (3.6%)154 (36.7%)
25 to 34 Years80 (14.1%)35 (6.8%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)134 (25.1%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)37 (5.6%)
55 to 64 Years121 (22.1%)114 (16.7%)
65 to 74 Years41 (18.1%)46 (16.0%)
75 Years and over81 (39.3%)100 (35.7%)
Total475 (12.2%)984 (21.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in York

According to the poverty statistics in York, males aged 15 years and females aged 5 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 York
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years146 (66.7%)200 (65.8%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years349 (95.4%)201 (48.3%)
12 to 14 Years262 (85.6%)196 (81.3%)
15 Years24 (100.0%)51 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years64 (100.0%)106 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years483 (96.4%)266 (63.3%)
25 to 34 Years487 (85.9%)479 (93.2%)
35 to 44 Years526 (100.0%)399 (74.9%)
45 to 54 Years326 (100.0%)624 (94.4%)
55 to 64 Years427 (77.9%)570 (83.3%)
65 to 74 Years186 (81.9%)241 (84.0%)
75 Years and over125 (60.7%)180 (64.3%)
Total3,405 (87.8%)3,530 (78.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in York

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in York show that 2.2% or 24 of the total 1,105 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 4.7%, comprising of 24 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in York
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children483 (95.3%)24 (4.7%)
1 or 2 Children483 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children101 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,081 (97.8%)24 (2.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in York

According to the poverty data in York, 2.2% or 7 single-father households and 36.2% or 310 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 7 households (3.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 118 households (79.7%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in York
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children7 (3.0%)36 (11.3%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)156 (40.1%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)118 (79.7%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7 (2.2%)310 (36.2%)

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

The poverty data for York shows that 24 of the married-couple family households (2.2%) and 317 of the single-parent households (27.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 24 households (4.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 118 household (51.1%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in York
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children24 (4.7%)43 (7.8%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)156 (40.1%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)118 (51.1%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total24 (2.2%)317 (27.1%)

Employment Characteristics in York

Employment by Class of Employer in York

Among the 3,934 employed individuals in York, private company employees (3,119 | 79.3%), local government employees (260 | 6.6%), and not-for-profit organizations (226 | 5.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in York
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees3,11979.3%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)481.2%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1924.9%
Not-for-profit Organizations2265.7%
Local Government Employees2606.6%
State Government Employees661.7%
Federal Government Employees230.6%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total3,934100.0%

Employment Status by Age in York

According to the labor force statistics for York, out of the total population over 16 years of age (6,566), 66.1% or 4,340 individuals are in the labor force, with 8.2% or 356 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 89.7% or 950 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 75 years and over age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 40.0% or 4 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in York
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years196 (51.7%)15 (7.7%)
20 to 24 Years602 (83.7%)138 (22.9%)
25 to 29 Years311 (85.2%)35 (11.3%)
30 to 34 Years562 (78.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years950 (89.7%)100 (10.5%)
45 to 54 Years671 (68.0%)37 (5.5%)
55 to 59 Years641 (78.2%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years259 (62.9%)22 (8.5%)
65 to 74 Years137 (24.3%)6 (4.4%)
75 Years and over10 (1.8%)4 (40.0%)
Total4,340 (66.1%)356 (8.2%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in York

According to labor force statistics for York, 77.9% of individuals (3,396) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (4,359) are in the labor force, with 5.7% or 194 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 87.6% or 678 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 11.3% or 152 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in York
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School308 (45.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma1,346 (82.4%)185 (11.3%)
College / Associate Degree1,060 (83.7%)32 (2.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher678 (87.6%)19 (2.4%)
Total3,396 (77.9%)248 (5.7%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in York

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in York are Management (404 | 10.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (301 | 7.6%), Community & Social Service (197 | 5.0%), Education Instruction & Library (153 | 3.8%), and Health Technologists (120 | 3.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in York

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in York, the most male-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (68.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (90.2%), Business & Financial (78.8%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (77.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in York
OccupationMaleFemale
Management205 (50.7%)199 (49.3%)
Business & Financial18 (21.2%)67 (78.8%)
Computers, Engineering & Science35 (68.6%)16 (31.4%)
Computers & Mathematics35 (68.6%)16 (31.4%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 59 (29.9%)138 (70.1%)
Education, Arts & Media25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library15 (9.8%)138 (90.2%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating67 (22.3%)234 (77.7%)
Health Technologists42 (35.0%)78 (65.0%)
Total (Category)384 (37.0%)654 (63.0%)
Total (Overall)2,002 (50.3%)1,980 (49.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in York are Food Preparation & Serving (301 | 7.6%), Healthcare Support (171 | 4.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (69 | 1.7%), Personal Care & Service (61 | 1.5%), and Security & Protection (56 | 1.4%).
Services Occupations in York

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in York, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Security & Protection (75.0%), and Personal Care & Service (65.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (73.8%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (50.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in York
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)171 (100.0%)
Security & Protection42 (75.0%)14 (25.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement15 (51.7%)14 (48.3%)
Food Preparation & Serving79 (26.3%)222 (73.8%)
Cleaning & Maintenance34 (49.3%)35 (50.7%)
Personal Care & Service40 (65.6%)21 (34.4%)
Total (Category)195 (29.6%)463 (70.4%)
Total (Overall)2,002 (50.3%)1,980 (49.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in York are Office & Administration (356 | 8.9%), and Sales & Related (168 | 4.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations in York

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in York
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related27 (16.1%)141 (83.9%)
Office & Administration33 (9.3%)323 (90.7%)
Total (Category)60 (11.5%)464 (88.5%)
Total (Overall)2,002 (50.3%)1,980 (49.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in York are Construction & Extraction (329 | 8.3%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (200 | 5.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in York

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in York
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction287 (87.2%)42 (12.8%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair200 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)487 (92.1%)42 (7.9%)
Total (Overall)2,002 (50.3%)1,980 (49.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in York are Production (662 | 16.6%), Material Moving (312 | 7.8%), and Transportation (259 | 6.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in York

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in York
OccupationMaleFemale
Production422 (63.7%)240 (36.2%)
Transportation220 (84.9%)39 (15.1%)
Material Moving234 (75.0%)78 (25.0%)
Total (Category)876 (71.1%)357 (28.9%)
Total (Overall)2,002 (50.3%)1,980 (49.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in York

Employment Industries in York

The major employment industries in York include Manufacturing (883 | 22.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (517 | 13.0%), Construction (464 | 11.7%), Retail Trade (399 | 10.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (394 | 9.9%).
Employment Industries in York

Employment Industries by Sex in York

The York industries that see more men than women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Construction (90.9%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Public Administration (87.5%), Health Care & Social Assistance (86.5%), and Information (82.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in York
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction422 (90.9%)42 (9.0%)
Manufacturing541 (61.3%)342 (38.7%)
Wholesale Trade60 (61.2%)38 (38.8%)
Retail Trade166 (41.6%)233 (58.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing94 (63.9%)53 (36.0%)
Utilities38 (74.5%)13 (25.5%)
Information11 (17.2%)53 (82.8%)
Finance & Insurance35 (21.6%)127 (78.4%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific95 (63.3%)55 (36.7%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support143 (73.3%)52 (26.7%)
Educational Services47 (20.5%)182 (79.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance70 (13.5%)447 (86.5%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation93 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services114 (28.9%)280 (71.1%)
Public Administration2 (12.5%)14 (87.5%)
Total2,002 (50.3%)1,980 (49.7%)

Education in York

School Enrollment in York

The most common levels of schooling among the 2,026 students in York are middle school (628 | 31.0%), elementary school (571 | 28.2%), and high school (404 | 19.9%).
School Enrollment in York
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool452.2%
Kindergarten1205.9%
Elementary School57128.2%
Middle School62831.0%
High School40419.9%
College / Undergraduate1829.0%
Graduate / Professional763.7%
Total2,026100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in York

Out of a total of 2,026 students who are enrolled in schools in York, 233 (11.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,793 (88.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 46 (34.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 106 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in York
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds67 (72.8%)25 (27.2%)
5 to 9 Year Old410 (91.1%)40 (8.9%)
10 to 14 Year Olds808 (88.1%)109 (11.9%)
15 to 17 Year Olds239 (94.8%)13 (5.2%)
18 to 19 Year Olds106 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds87 (65.4%)46 (34.6%)
25 to 34 Year Olds36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,793 (88.5%)233 (11.5%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in York

Business (268 | 25.3%), education (125 | 11.8%), bio, nature & agricultural (107 | 10.1%), arts & humanities (103 | 9.7%), and physical & health sciences (93 | 8.8%) are the most common fields of study among 1,061 individuals in York who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in York
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics726.8%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural10710.1%
Physical & Health Sciences938.8%
Psychology747.0%
Social Sciences131.2%
Engineering111.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology141.3%
Business26825.3%
Education12511.8%
Literature & Languages50.5%
Liberal Arts & History888.3%
Visual & Performing Arts474.4%
Communications413.9%
Arts & Humanities1039.7%
Total1,061100.0%

Transportation & Commute in York

Vehicle Availability by Sex in York

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in York are males with 2 vehicles (974, accounting for 49.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (773, making up 50.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in York
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle102 (5.1%)76 (3.9%)
1 Vehicle180 (9.1%)543 (27.9%)
2 Vehicles974 (49.1%)773 (39.7%)
3 Vehicles447 (22.5%)352 (18.1%)
4 Vehicles205 (10.3%)107 (5.5%)
5 or more Vehicles76 (3.8%)96 (4.9%)
Total1,984 (100.0%)1,947 (100.0%)

Commute Time in York

The most frequently occuring commute durations in York are 45 to 59 minutes (659 commuters, 17.3%), 30 to 34 minutes (522 commuters, 13.7%), and 5 to 9 minutes (419 commuters, 11.0%).
Commute Time in York
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes3799.9%
5 to 9 Minutes41911.0%
10 to 14 Minutes38310.0%
15 to 19 Minutes3779.9%
20 to 24 Minutes2977.8%
25 to 29 Minutes1122.9%
30 to 34 Minutes52213.7%
35 to 39 Minutes962.5%
40 to 44 Minutes1614.2%
45 to 59 Minutes65917.3%
60 to 89 Minutes3469.1%
90 or more Minutes641.7%

Commute Time by Sex in York

The most common commute times in York are 45 to 59 minutes (337 commuters, 17.2%) for males and 45 to 59 minutes (322 commuters, 17.3%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in York
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes156 (8.0%)223 (12.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes243 (12.4%)176 (9.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes178 (9.1%)205 (11.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes254 (13.0%)123 (6.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes201 (10.3%)96 (5.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes25 (1.3%)87 (4.7%)
30 to 34 Minutes286 (14.6%)236 (12.7%)
35 to 39 Minutes19 (1.0%)77 (4.2%)
40 to 44 Minutes43 (2.2%)118 (6.4%)
45 to 59 Minutes337 (17.2%)322 (17.3%)
60 to 89 Minutes175 (8.9%)171 (9.2%)
90 or more Minutes41 (2.1%)23 (1.2%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in York

The most frequent times of departure to work in York are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (372, 19.0%) for males and 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (226, 12.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in York
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM233 (11.9%)110 (5.9%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM30 (1.5%)16 (0.9%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM196 (10.0%)67 (3.6%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM372 (19.0%)226 (12.2%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM161 (8.2%)126 (6.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM233 (11.9%)197 (10.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM166 (8.5%)125 (6.7%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM225 (11.5%)208 (11.2%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)137 (7.4%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM69 (3.5%)186 (10.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)155 (8.4%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)4 (0.2%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM160 (8.2%)218 (11.7%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM113 (5.8%)82 (4.4%)
Total1,958 (100.0%)1,857 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in York

Occupancy by Ownership in York

Of the total 3,312 dwellings in York, owner-occupied units account for 2,093 (63.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,219 (36.8%).
Occupancy by Ownership in York
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units2,09363.2%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,21936.8%
Total Occupied Housing Units3,312100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in York

Occupancy by Household Size in York
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household88726.8%
2-Person Household1,07032.3%
3-Person Household40612.3%
4+ Person Household94928.6%
Total Housing Units3,312100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in York

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in York
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household452 (51.0%)435 (49.0%)
2-Person Household657 (61.4%)413 (38.6%)
3-Person Household313 (77.1%)93 (22.9%)
4+ Person Household671 (70.7%)278 (29.3%)
Total Housing Units2,093 (63.2%)1,219 (36.8%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in York

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in York
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School400 (79.4%)104 (20.6%)
High School Diploma572 (52.0%)528 (48.0%)
College/Associate Degree748 (67.4%)361 (32.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher373 (62.3%)226 (37.7%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in York

Occupancy by Age of Householder in York
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years61118.4%
35 to 44 Years68320.6%
45 to 54 Years60018.1%
55 to 64 Years67820.5%
65 to 74 Years37311.3%
75 to 84 Years3089.3%
85 Years and Over591.8%
Total3,312100.0%

Housing Finances in York

Median Income by Occupancy in York

Median Income by Occupancy in York
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied2,093 (63.2%)$67,212
Renter-Occupied1,219 (36.8%)$32,404
Average3,312 (100.0%)$50,177

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in York

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in York
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000111 (5.3%)72 (5.9%)
$5,000 to $9,9998 (0.4%)66 (5.4%)
$10,000 to $14,99998 (4.7%)161 (13.2%)
$15,000 to $19,99934 (1.6%)58 (4.8%)
$20,000 to $24,999107 (5.1%)125 (10.2%)
$25,000 to $34,999179 (8.6%)196 (16.1%)
$35,000 to $49,999289 (13.8%)143 (11.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999391 (18.7%)251 (20.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999527 (25.2%)105 (8.6%)
$100,000 to $149,999123 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more226 (10.8%)42 (3.5%)
Total2,093 (100.0%)1,219 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in York

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in York
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300479 (22.9%)110 (9.0%)
$300 to $499390 (18.6%)159 (13.0%)
$500 to $799101 (4.8%)309 (25.4%)
$800 to $999174 (8.3%)347 (28.5%)
$1,000 to $1,499504 (24.1%)174 (14.3%)
$1,500 to $1,999372 (17.8%)16 (1.3%)
$2,000 to $2,49935 (1.7%)47 (3.9%)
$2,500 to $2,99938 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)30 (2.5%)
Total2,093 (100.0%)1,219 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in York

Housing Structures in York

Housing Structures in York
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached2,39472.3%
Single Unit, Attached1544.6%
2 Unit Apartments832.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1785.4%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1524.6%
10 or more Apartments1033.1%
Mobile Home / Other2487.5%
Total3,312100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in York

Housing Structures by Occupancy in York
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached2,013 (84.1%)381 (15.9%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)154 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)83 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)178 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)152 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)103 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other80 (32.3%)168 (67.7%)
Total2,093 (63.2%)1,219 (36.8%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in York

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in York
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)86 (7.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)215 (17.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms869 (41.5%)656 (53.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms914 (43.7%)209 (17.2%)
8 or more Rooms310 (14.8%)53 (4.3%)
Total2,093 (100.0%)1,219 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in York

Housing Structure by Heating Type in York
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas832 (39.8%)230 (18.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas18 (0.9%)18 (1.5%)
Electricity1,173 (56.0%)953 (78.2%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels41 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used29 (1.4%)18 (1.5%)
Total2,093 (100.0%)1,219 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in York

Household Vehicle Usage in York
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle86 (4.1%)222 (18.2%)
1 Vehicle398 (19.0%)639 (52.4%)
2 Vehicles855 (40.8%)299 (24.5%)
3 or more Vehicles754 (36.0%)59 (4.8%)
Total2,093 (100.0%)1,219 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in York

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in York

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units9231,170
Median Property Value$64,700$200,500
Median Household Income$43,818$144
Monthly Housing Costs$282$0
Real Estate Taxes$384$57

Property Value by Mortgage Status in York

Property Value by Mortgage Status in York
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000372 (40.3%)19 (1.6%)
$50,000 to $99,999229 (24.8%)73 (6.2%)
$100,000 to $299,999230 (24.9%)851 (72.7%)
$300,000 to $499,99973 (7.9%)214 (18.3%)
$500,000 to $749,99919 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)13 (1.1%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total923 (100.0%)1,170 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in York

Household Income by Mortgage Status in York
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00054 (5.9%)13 (1.1%)
$10,000 to $24,999126 (13.7%)65 (5.6%)
$25,000 to $34,999165 (17.9%)113 (9.7%)
$35,000 to $49,999221 (23.9%)14 (1.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999175 (19.0%)68 (5.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99989 (9.6%)216 (18.5%)
$100,000 to $149,99911 (1.2%)438 (37.4%)
$150,000 or more82 (8.9%)112 (9.6%)
Total923 (100.0%)1,170 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in York

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in York
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x584 (63.3%)82,873 (7,083.2%)
2.0x to 2.9x109 (11.8%)395 (33.8%)
3.0x to 3.9x60 (6.5%)302 (25.8%)
4.0x or more151 (16.4%)147 (12.6%)
Total923 (100.0%)1,170 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in York

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in York
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800638 (69.1%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499128 (13.9%)86 (7.3%)
$800 to $1,49991 (9.9%)484 (41.4%)
Total923 (100.0%)1,170 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in York

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in York

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in York
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years381 (70.2%)162 (29.8%)
6 to 18 Years1,580 (95.2%)80 (4.8%)
19 to 25 Years589 (64.4%)326 (35.6%)
26 to 34 Years829 (81.7%)186 (18.3%)
35 to 44 Years874 (82.5%)185 (17.5%)
45 to 54 Years807 (81.8%)180 (18.2%)
55 to 64 Years968 (78.6%)264 (21.4%)
65 to 74 Years514 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older486 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7,028 (83.6%)1,383 (16.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in York

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in York
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born381 (70.2%)162 (29.8%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,580 (95.2%)80 (4.8%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen589 (64.4%)326 (35.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in York

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in York
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,002 (68.2%)468 (31.8%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,207 (77.4%)353 (22.6%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,408 (88.2%)188 (11.8%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,079 (90.1%)229 (9.9%)
$100,000 and over1,301 (90.0%)145 (10.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in York

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in York
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6194 (35.7%)187 (34.4%)
6 to 18 Years1,201 (72.4%)395 (23.8%)
19 to 25 Years154 (16.8%)475 (51.9%)
25 to 34 Years188 (18.5%)664 (65.4%)
35 to 44 Years133 (12.6%)761 (71.9%)
45 to 54 Years298 (30.2%)548 (55.5%)
55 to 64 Years178 (14.4%)831 (67.4%)
65 to 74 Years514 (100.0%)319 (62.1%)
75 Years and over486 (100.0%)372 (76.5%)
Total3,346 (39.8%)4,552 (54.1%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in York

Disability Status by Sex by Age in York
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years9 (1.2%)78 (9.2%)
18 to 34 Years69 (6.5%)88 (9.4%)
35 to 64 Years192 (13.7%)363 (19.3%)
65 to 74 Years107 (47.1%)105 (36.6%)
75 Years and over107 (51.9%)60 (21.4%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in York

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in York: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)17 (2.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years91 (6.5%)10 (0.5%)
65 to 74 Years7 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over34 (16.5%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in York: <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 Years69 (4.9%)11 (0.6%)
65 to 74 Years19 (8.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over13 (6.3%)2 (0.7%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in York: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years9 (1.2%)61 (7.2%)
18 to 34 Years67 (6.3%)88 (9.4%)
35 to 64 Years52 (3.7%)93 (5.0%)
65 to 74 Years30 (13.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over68 (33.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in York: <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 Years20 (1.4%)275 (14.6%)
65 to 74 Years59 (26.0%)105 (36.6%)
75 Years and over33 (16.0%)46 (16.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in York: <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 Years0 (0.0%)29 (1.5%)
65 to 74 Years8 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)17 (6.1%)

Technology Access in York

Computing Device Access in York

Computing Device Access in York
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop2,10863.6%
Smartphone2,80184.6%
Tablet1,60448.4%
No Computing Device38111.5%
Total3,312100.0%

Internet Access in York

Internet Access in York
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home2,04861.8%
Cellular Data Only66320.0%
Satellite Internet47014.2%
No Internet43913.3%
Total3,312100.0%

York Summary

York, South Carolina is a small town located in the northwestern corner of the state, approximately 25 miles south of Charlotte, North Carolina. It is the county seat of York County and is part of the Charlotte-Gastonia-Rock Hill Metropolitan Statistical Area. The town has a population of approximately 7,000 people and is the home of the York Technical College.

History

York was founded in 1785 by settlers from Pennsylvania and Virginia. The town was named after York, Pennsylvania, and was the first county seat of York County. The town was incorporated in 1855 and has been the county seat since then.
The town was an important stop on the Charlotte-Columbia Railroad, which was built in the late 1800s. The railroad brought economic growth to the area and helped to make York a center of commerce.
The town was also the site of a major Civil War battle in 1865. The Battle of York was fought between Union and Confederate forces and resulted in a Confederate victory.

Geography

York is located in the northwestern corner of South Carolina, approximately 25 miles south of Charlotte, North Carolina. The town is situated in the Piedmont region of the state and is surrounded by rolling hills and forests. The town is located on the Catawba River and is part of the Catawba River Basin.
The climate in York is mild and humid, with hot summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 70 degrees Fahrenheit.

Economy

The economy of York is largely based on manufacturing and agriculture. The town is home to several manufacturing companies, including a paper mill, a textile mill, and a furniture factory. Agriculture is also an important part of the local economy, with the town being home to several farms and nurseries.
The town is also home to York Technical College, which provides educational opportunities for students in the area.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of York was 7,073. The racial makeup of the town was 79.3% White, 16.2% African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 2.2% from other races. The median household income was $37,945 and the median family income was $45,945.

Conclusion

York, South Carolina is a small town located in the northwestern corner of the state. It was founded in 1785 and has been the county seat of York County since 1855. The town has a population of approximately 7,000 people and is the home of the York Technical College. The economy of York is largely based on manufacturing and agriculture, and the town is home to several farms and nurseries. The racial makeup of the town is 79.3% White, 16.2% African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 2.2% from other races.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of York?
Total Population of York is 8,534.
What is the Total Male Population of York?
Total Male Population of York is 3,922.
What is the Total Female Population of York?
Total Female Population of York is 4,612.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in York?
There are 85.04 Males per 100 Females in York.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in York?
There are 117.59 Females per 100 Males in York.
What is the Median Population Age in York?
Median Population Age in York is 37.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in York
Average Family Size in York is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in York
Average Household Size in York is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in York?
Per Capita income in York is $26,020.
What is the Median Family Income in York?
Median Family Income in York is $53,539.
What is the Median Household income in York?
Median Household Income in York is $50,177.
What is Income or Wage Gap in York?
Income or Wage Gap in York is 8.1%.
Women in York earn 91.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in York?
Inequality or Gini Index in York is 0.48.
How Large is the Labor Force in York?
There are 4,340 People in the Labor Forcein in York.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in York?
66.1% of People are in the Labor Force in York.
What is the Unemployment Rate in York?
Unemployment Rate in York is 8.2%.