Orangeburg

SC

Orangeburg County, South Carolina

Population 83K |Median income $45,675

Population
83,253
Orangeburg County
Median Income
$45,675
-33% vs avg
Median Home Value
$115,800
-49% vs avg
Median Age
40.7
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
83K-9%
Median Income
$45,675+34%
Median Home Value
$115,800+37%
Poverty Rate
22.4%-5%
Unemployment
8.3%-42%

Economics

Median Rent
$841/mo
Poverty Rate
22.4% +58% vs avg
Unemployment 8.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 19.4%
Work From Home 6.7%
Public Transit 0.1%

Population

African American 60.8%
White 34%
Two or More Ethnicities 1.5%
Asian 1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
47.3%
Obesity
42.2%
Short Sleep Duration
39.5%
Physical Inactivity
33.9%
Diabetes
19%
Frequent Mental Distress
18%
Current Smoking
16.4%
Frequent Physical Distress
16.3%
Lack of Health Insurance
14.5%
Binge Drinking
12.6%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 83.9%
Dental Visit 55.8%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
11%
Coronary Heart Disease
8.4%
Stroke
5.7%

Alerts & News — Orangeburg 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 · 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 5

What is the population of Orangeburg, SC? ▼
Orangeburg, SC has a population of 83,253 people, located in Orangeburg County, South Carolina.
What is the median household income in Orangeburg? ▼
The median household income in Orangeburg, SC is $45,675 per year. The poverty rate is 22.4%.
What is the median home value in Orangeburg? ▼
The median home value in Orangeburg, SC is $115,800. Median rent is $841/month.
What are the top health concerns in Orangeburg? ▼
The top health indicators in Orangeburg include High Blood Pressure (47.3%), Obesity (42.2%), Short Sleep Duration (39.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
What is the median age in Orangeburg? ▼
The median age in Orangeburg, SC is 40.7 years. 19.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Orangeburg, SC is located in Orangeburg County, South Carolina. With a population of 83K and a median household income of $45,675, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Safety alerts for the Orangeburg 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 (Orangeburg 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.