Oak Grove

SC

Lexington County, South Carolina

Population 305K |Median income $77,408 |3 hospitals

Population
304,887
Lexington County
Median Income
$77,408
+14% vs avg
Median Home Value
$234,500
+3% vs avg
Median Age
39.8
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
305K+14%
Median Income
$77,408+43%
Median Home Value
$234,500+67%
Poverty Rate
11.1%-16%
Unemployment
4.4%-52%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,178/mo
Poverty Rate
11.1% -22% vs avg
Unemployment 4.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 34.1%
Work From Home 11.9%
Public Transit 0%

Population

White 72%
African American 15.3%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.6%
Asian 2.2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
37.1%
Obesity
36.2%
Short Sleep Duration
34.4%
Physical Inactivity
25.9%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.2%
Binge Drinking
15.3%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.2%
Current Smoking
13%
Diabetes
12.3%
Lack of Health Insurance
10.7%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 64.5%
Annual Checkup 81.9%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
9.2%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.2%
Stroke
3.5%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
2
★★★
0
★★
0
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0
Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
2
LEXINGTON MEDICAL CENTER
WEST COLUMBIA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
PRISMA HEALTH BAPTIST PARKRIDGE
COLUMBIA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Oak Grove 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 Oak Grove, SC? ▼
Oak Grove, SC has a population of 304,887 people, located in Lexington County, South Carolina.
What is the median household income in Oak Grove? ▼
The median household income in Oak Grove, SC is $77,408 per year. The poverty rate is 11.1%.
What is the median home value in Oak Grove? ▼
The median home value in Oak Grove, SC is $234,500. Median rent is $1,178/month.
What are the top health concerns in Oak Grove? ▼
The top health indicators in Oak Grove include High Blood Pressure (37.1%), Obesity (36.2%), Short Sleep Duration (34.4%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Oak Grove? ▼
Oak Grove has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Oak Grove? ▼
The median age in Oak Grove, SC is 39.8 years. 34.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Oak Grove, SC is located in Lexington County, South Carolina. With a population of 305K and a median household income of $77,408, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Oak Grove 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 (Lexington 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.