Greenwood

SC

Greenwood County, South Carolina

Population 69K |Median income $52,830 |1 hospital

Population
69,489
Greenwood County
Median Income
$52,830
-22% vs avg
Median Home Value
$180,500
-21% vs avg
Median Age
40.1
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
69K-0%
Median Income
$52,830+45%
Median Home Value
$180,500+72%
Poverty Rate
15.1%-35%
Unemployment
5.5%-62%

Economics

Median Rent
$898/mo
Poverty Rate
15.1% +6% vs avg
Unemployment 5.5%
Bachelor's Degree+ 24.7%
Work From Home 4.1%
Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 62.4%
African American 31.3%
Asian 0.9%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
40.8%
Short Sleep Duration
39.4%
Obesity
36.8%
Physical Inactivity
28.5%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.1%
Diabetes
15.4%
Frequent Physical Distress
15%
Current Smoking
15%
Binge Drinking
14.1%
Lack of Health Insurance
12.6%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 58.4%
Annual Checkup 81.9%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
10.1%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.5%
Stroke
4.5%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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1
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Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
SELF REGIONAL HEALTHCARE
GREENWOOD · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Greenwood 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 · 35m 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 Greenwood, SC? ▼
Greenwood, SC has a population of 69,489 people, located in Greenwood County, South Carolina.
What is the median household income in Greenwood? ▼
The median household income in Greenwood, SC is $52,830 per year. The poverty rate is 15.1%.
What is the median home value in Greenwood? ▼
The median home value in Greenwood, SC is $180,500. Median rent is $898/month.
What are the top health concerns in Greenwood? ▼
The top health indicators in Greenwood include High Blood Pressure (40.8%), Short Sleep Duration (39.4%), Obesity (36.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Greenwood? ▼
Greenwood has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Greenwood? ▼
The median age in Greenwood, SC is 40.1 years. 24.7% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Greenwood, SC is located in Greenwood County, South Carolina. With a population of 69K and a median household income of $52,830, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Greenwood 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 (Greenwood 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.