Chester
Chester has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $19,035. Population has held roughly steady since 2000. 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 20%. Median home value is $38,600. The poverty rate of 21.4% is well above the national figure. Households here earn about 28% less than the South Carolina median.
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How many people live in Chester, South Carolina?
Chester, South Carolina has about 7,040 residents according to the 1990 Census.
What is the median household income in Chester, South Carolina?
The typical household in Chester, South Carolina earns about $19,035 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.
Is Chester, South Carolina expensive?
In Chester, South Carolina, the median home is worth about $38,600, and the typical rent is about $290 a month.
How educated are people in Chester, South Carolina?
About 11.5% of adults age 25 and over in Chester, South Carolina hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the poverty rate in Chester, South Carolina?
About 21.4% of people in Chester, South Carolina live below the federal poverty line.
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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · UPDATED 2024