Newberry

SC

Newberry County, South Carolina

Population 38K |Median income $61,780 |1 hospital

Population
38,435
Newberry County
Median Income
$61,780
-9% vs avg
Median Home Value
$173,300
-24% vs avg
Median Age
41.9
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
38K+2%
Median Income
$61,780+48%
Median Home Value
$173,300+61%
Poverty Rate
17.4%+1%
Unemployment
4.4%-61%

Economics

Median Rent
$872/mo
Poverty Rate
17.4% +23% vs avg
Unemployment 4.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 23.1%
Work From Home 5.3%
Public Transit 0%

Population

White 61.7%
African American 28.8%
Asian 0.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
42.4%
Obesity
38.1%
Short Sleep Duration
35.7%
Physical Inactivity
30.8%
Frequent Mental Distress
17%
Diabetes
16.1%
Binge Drinking
15.4%
Current Smoking
15.3%
Frequent Physical Distress
15.2%
Lack of Health Insurance
13.2%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 81.3%
Dental Visit 60.5%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
9.8%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.8%
Stroke
4.5%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
NEWBERRY COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
NEWBERRY · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Newberry Area 6

Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 29m ago
Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 29m ago
Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 29m ago
Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 35m 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 · 36m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Newberry, SC? ▼
Newberry, SC has a population of 38,435 people, located in Newberry County, South Carolina.
What is the median household income in Newberry? ▼
The median household income in Newberry, SC is $61,780 per year. The poverty rate is 17.4%.
What is the median home value in Newberry? ▼
The median home value in Newberry, SC is $173,300. Median rent is $872/month.
What are the top health concerns in Newberry? ▼
The top health indicators in Newberry include High Blood Pressure (42.4%), Obesity (38.1%), Short Sleep Duration (35.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Newberry? ▼
Newberry has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Newberry? ▼
The median age in Newberry, SC is 41.9 years. 23.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Newberry, SC is located in Newberry County, South Carolina. With a population of 38K and a median household income of $61,780, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Newberry 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 (Newberry 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.