Florence

SC

Florence County, South Carolina

Population 137K |Median income $58,305 |2 hospitals

Population
137,117
Florence County
Median Income
$58,305
-14% vs avg
Median Home Value
$177,900
-22% vs avg
Median Age
39.4
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
137K-0%
Median Income
$58,305+39%
Median Home Value
$177,900+55%
Poverty Rate
18.7%-6%
Unemployment
5.6%-56%

Economics

Median Rent
$954/mo
Poverty Rate
18.7% +32% vs avg
Unemployment 5.6%
Bachelor's Degree+ 24.4%
Work From Home 9.1%
Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 49.7%
African American 43.1%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.3%
Asian 1.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
42.6%
Obesity
40.6%
Short Sleep Duration
37.4%
Physical Inactivity
30.1%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.6%
Diabetes
15.5%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.9%
Current Smoking
14.8%
Binge Drinking
14.1%
Lack of Health Insurance
12.2%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 82.3%
Dental Visit 58.1%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
10.3%
Coronary Heart Disease
7%
Stroke
4.5%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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1
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Average Rating
2.5/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
2
MCLEOD REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER-PEE DEE
FLORENCE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
MUSC HEALTH FLORENCE MEDICAL CENTER
FLORENCE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Florence Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Chester and York Counties in South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central South Carolina Through 9:45 AM

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 35m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Florence, SC? ▼
Florence, SC has a population of 137,117 people, located in Florence County, South Carolina.
What is the median household income in Florence? ▼
The median household income in Florence, SC is $58,305 per year. The poverty rate is 18.7%.
What is the median home value in Florence? ▼
The median home value in Florence, SC is $177,900. Median rent is $954/month.
What are the top health concerns in Florence? ▼
The top health indicators in Florence include High Blood Pressure (42.6%), Obesity (40.6%), Short Sleep Duration (37.4%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Florence? ▼
Florence has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Florence? ▼
The median age in Florence, SC is 39.4 years. 24.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Florence, SC is located in Florence County, South Carolina. With a population of 137K and a median household income of $58,305, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Florence area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Florence County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.