Summerville

SC

Dorchester County, South Carolina

Population 167K |Median income $78,198 |1 hospital

Population
167,201
Dorchester County
Median Income
$78,198
+15% vs avg
Median Home Value
$329,300
+45% vs avg
Median Age
38
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
167K+20%
Median Income
$78,198+45%
Median Home Value
$329,300+97%
Poverty Rate
11.4%-6%
Unemployment
4.8%-52%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,463/mo
Poverty Rate
11.4% -20% vs avg
Unemployment 4.8%
Bachelor's Degree+ 29.8%
Work From Home 11.2%
Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 61.9%
African American 25.2%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.6%
Asian 2.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
37.4%
Obesity
35.4%
High Blood Pressure
35.3%
Physical Inactivity
24.6%
Binge Drinking
16.7%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.2%
Current Smoking
13.2%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.2%
Diabetes
12.8%
Lack of Health Insurance
11.2%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 65%
Annual Checkup 80.4%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
9.6%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.9%
Stroke
3.4%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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1
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0
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0
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0
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0
Average Rating
5/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
ROPER ST FRANCIS HOSPITAL-BERKELEY INC
SUMMERVILLE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★

Alerts & News — Summerville 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 Summerville, SC? ▼
Summerville, SC has a population of 167,201 people, located in Dorchester County, South Carolina.
What is the median household income in Summerville? ▼
The median household income in Summerville, SC is $78,198 per year. The poverty rate is 11.4%.
What is the median home value in Summerville? ▼
The median home value in Summerville, SC is $329,300. Median rent is $1,463/month.
What are the top health concerns in Summerville? ▼
The top health indicators in Summerville include Short Sleep Duration (37.4%), Obesity (35.4%), High Blood Pressure (35.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Summerville? ▼
Summerville has 1 hospital with an average rating of 5/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Summerville? ▼
The median age in Summerville, SC is 38 years. 29.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Summerville, SC is located in Dorchester County, South Carolina. With a population of 167K and a median household income of $78,198, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Summerville 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 (Dorchester 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.