Chester
Chester has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $27,518. Population has declined 8% since 1990. 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 24%. Median home value has risen by half since 1990, reaching $58,800. Households here earn about 26% less than the South Carolina median.
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How many people live in Chester, South Carolina?
Chester, South Carolina has about 6,476 residents according to the 2000 Census.
What is the median household income in Chester, South Carolina?
The typical household in Chester, South Carolina earns about $27,518 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 $58,800, and the typical rent is about $400 a month.
How educated are people in Chester, South Carolina?
About 10.3% 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 19.4% of people in Chester, South Carolina live below the federal poverty line.
Has Chester, South Carolina grown since 1990?
Yes, Chester, South Carolina has shrunk since 1990. The population has lost about 564 residents, a change of about -8 percent over that period.
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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · UPDATED 2024