Sumter County

Sumter County is located in east-central South Carolina, within the state’s Midlands region. Established in 1785 and named for Revolutionary War general Thomas Sumter, the county has long served as a regional hub between Columbia and the Pee Dee and Lowcountry areas. It is mid-sized by South Carolina standards, with a population of roughly 104,000 residents. The county seat is Sumter, the principal population and commercial center.

The landscape is predominantly flat to gently rolling, with a mix of forested areas, wetlands, and farmland typical of the inner Coastal Plain. Land use and settlement patterns remain largely rural outside the city of Sumter, where development is more suburban and urban in character. The economy includes government and military-related employment, healthcare, manufacturing, logistics, and agriculture. Cultural and community life reflects a blend of Midlands and coastal-influenced traditions, with historic sites and longstanding civic institutions shaping local identity.

Sumter County is located in the Midlands region of central South Carolina, east of Columbia and along major transportation corridors connecting the central and coastal parts of the state. The county seat is the City of Sumter; for local government and planning resources, visit the Sumter County official website.

Population Size

According to the U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts for Sumter County, South Carolina, Sumter County had an estimated population of 104,646 (July 1, 2023).

Age & Gender

According to the U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts (latest available for the county on that page):

• Age distribution (share of total population)

  • Under 18 years: 22.2%
  • 65 years and over: 16.7%

• Gender ratio

  • Female persons: 50.7%
  • Male persons: 49.3% (computed as the remainder)

Racial & Ethnic Composition

According to the U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts (race categories shown as shares of total population):

• White alone: 42.2%
• Black or African American alone: 42.4%
• American Indian and Alaska Native alone: 0.7%
• Asian alone: 2.3%
• Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone: 0.1%
• Two or more races: 9.3%
• Hispanic or Latino (of any race): 5.4%

Household & Housing Data

According to the U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts (selected household and housing indicators):

• Households (2018–2022): 39,773
• Persons per household (2018–2022): 2.44
• Owner-occupied housing unit rate (2018–2022): 61.7%
• Median value of owner-occupied housing units (2018–2022, in current dollars): $163,600
• Median gross rent (2018–2022, in current dollars): $1,051
• Housing units (2023): 46,620

Sumter County sits in South Carolina’s interior with a mix of small-city and rural areas; lower population density outside Sumter can increase last‑mile infrastructure costs and contribute to uneven home internet availability, shaping reliance on email and other online communication.

Direct county-level email usage rates are not generally published; email access trends are inferred from proxy indicators such as broadband and device availability reported by the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (ACS). ACS tables on internet subscriptions and computer ownership provide the most widely used measures of household capacity to use email regularly. Age composition also influences email adoption: older age groups tend to have lower overall digital adoption, so the county’s age distribution (available via ACS demographic profiles) is a key proxy for expected email uptake.

Gender distribution is typically near parity and is not a primary determinant of email access compared with broadband, devices, income, disability status, and age.

Connectivity constraints are reflected in broadband subscription gaps and the presence of rural service areas; county-level planning context is often documented by Sumter County government and statewide broadband mapping and initiatives from the South Carolina Office of Regulatory Staff.

Introduction: context for mobile connectivity in Sumter County

Sumter County is in the east-central portion of South Carolina within the Midlands region, with the City of Sumter as its primary population center and large surrounding rural areas. The county sits in the Coastal Plain, with generally flat terrain and extensive agricultural and forested land. This settlement pattern—one urbanized hub plus dispersed rural communities—tends to produce uneven mobile performance: stronger capacity and more dense cell siting near the City of Sumter and major corridors, and more variable coverage and speeds in less-populated areas. County population and housing characteristics can be referenced through Census.gov QuickFacts for Sumter County.

Key distinction: network availability vs. adoption

• Network availability describes where mobile broadband service is reported or modeled to be present (coverage) and what technologies are deployed (4G/5G).
• Adoption describes whether residents actually subscribe to and use mobile service and mobile internet (including whether mobile is the primary way households access the internet).

County-level adoption metrics are generally less granular for mobile than for fixed broadband; many reliable measures are available at the state level or for “internet subscription” overall rather than “mobile subscription only.”

Mobile penetration / access indicators (adoption where available)

Household internet subscription and “cellular data plan only” use

Publicly accessible, routinely updated county-level indicators for mobile-only internet adoption are limited. The most widely used federal source for local adoption patterns is the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (ACS), which reports household internet subscription types (including cellular data plan–only households). These data are accessed via Census tables rather than always being shown directly on QuickFacts.

• ACS internet subscription tables (county-level accessible via Census data tools):
  • The U.S. Census Bureau’s data tools and table catalog on data.census.gov provide county-level estimates for household internet subscription types.
  • Relevant ACS subject tables include categories for broadband (cable/fiber/DSL), satellite, and cellular data plan. The specific table IDs can vary by ACS release and are best verified directly in the Census table search interface for “internet subscription” and “cellular data plan” for Sumter County.

Limitation: A single, consistently published “mobile penetration rate” (e.g., active SIMs per capita) is not typically available at the county level from federal statistical products. Carrier subscription counts are not generally released at county granularity.

Program and planning indicators

State broadband planning materials sometimes summarize adoption challenges (including mobile-reliant households), but they are usually framed for broadband overall rather than mobile specifically. South Carolina’s broadband office information is available through the South Carolina broadband office.

Mobile internet usage patterns: 4G and 5G availability (availability)

FCC mobile broadband coverage data

The primary federal reference for reported mobile broadband coverage is the FCC’s Broadband Data Collection (BDC). The FCC provides national mobile coverage maps and downloadable datasets.

• The FCC’s mapping and dataset access points are on the FCC National Broadband Map.
• The BDC reflects reported provider coverage and technology (including 4G LTE and 5G variants) rather than measured user experience.

How this applies to Sumter County:

• 4G LTE: LTE service is typically the baseline mobile broadband layer across most populated portions of South Carolina counties. The FCC map is the authoritative reference for where LTE is reported within Sumter County.
• 5G availability: 5G coverage is usually more concentrated around population centers and major roadways, with variations by carrier and spectrum type. The FCC map distinguishes technology claims at a granular geography, enabling a county-level view through the map interface.

Limitation: FCC availability data indicates where service is advertised/reported as available, not the speeds users consistently experience indoors or at cell edge, and not the percentage of residents who subscribe.

State broadband mapping resources (contextual)

South Carolina’s broadband mapping and planning materials can provide context for connectivity gaps and reported service footprints; the central reference point remains the South Carolina broadband office. State materials generally emphasize broadband access and deployment and may not provide a mobile-technology split (LTE vs. 5G) at county scale with the same specificity as the FCC BDC.

Common device types: smartphones vs. other devices (adoption patterns and limitations)

Direct county-level breakdowns of device ownership (smartphone vs. feature phone vs. tablet/hotspot) are not routinely published as official statistics for a specific county. The most reliable public sources for device-type prevalence are typically:

• National and state-level surveys (often not granular enough for Sumter County alone).
• Market research datasets (often proprietary).

County-level, publicly accessible indicators most closely tied to device reliance are ACS household internet subscription types (including cellular plan–only households), which can imply greater reliance on smartphones or mobile hotspots for home internet but does not identify device type directly.

Definitive, data-grounded statement for Sumter County: Public, official county-level datasets do not typically publish smartphone vs. non-smartphone ownership shares. The closest county-level proxy in federal statistics is the ACS “cellular data plan” household subscription category available through data.census.gov.

Demographic and geographic factors influencing mobile usage and connectivity

Settlement pattern and population density

• Urban–rural contrast: The City of Sumter’s higher density supports more cell sites and capacity upgrades, which generally improves availability and performance relative to sparsely populated parts of the county.
• Rural dispersion: Rural settlement patterns increase the per-subscriber cost of building dense networks, which can translate into fewer sites, larger cell coverage areas, and more variable speeds.

Population and housing density context is available via Census.gov QuickFacts.

Transportation corridors and land use

• Major roads and commercial areas commonly receive earlier or denser upgrades because they concentrate demand and support continuous coverage objectives.
• Forested and agricultural land uses can correlate with fewer towers and more coverage variability, especially indoors and at distance from sites.

These influences are generalizable to rural-urban mixed counties; the FCC map remains the best public reference for the reported coverage footprint in Sumter County (see the FCC National Broadband Map).

Income, housing, and “mobile-only” reliance (adoption-side context)

• Households without fixed broadband subscription sometimes rely on cellular data plans as the home internet connection. The ACS “cellular data plan” category provides a way to quantify this reliance at the county level through data.census.gov.
• Broader socioeconomic indicators (income, poverty, age distribution, housing tenure) that correlate with broadband adoption patterns are available through Census.gov QuickFacts for Sumter County.

Limitation: The ACS measures subscription types and selected household characteristics; it does not measure cellular signal quality, device model mix, or app-level mobile usage behavior at the county level.

Summary: what can be stated with high confidence from public sources

• Availability: Reported 4G/5G mobile broadband availability in Sumter County is best documented through the FCC National Broadband Map and its Broadband Data Collection layers.
• Adoption: Public, official county-level adoption evidence is best captured indirectly through ACS household internet subscription categories (including cellular plan–only) via data.census.gov, supplemented by county demographics from Census.gov QuickFacts.
• Device types and detailed mobile usage patterns: County-specific, public, official breakdowns (smartphone vs. other devices; app usage; handset capability mix) are generally not available; these topics are typically covered only at broader geographies or in proprietary datasets.

Sumter County sits in the central portion of South Carolina’s Pee Dee/central Midlands transition area, anchored by the City of Sumter and strongly influenced by Shaw Air Force Base, which contributes to a relatively mobile, defense‑linked population and a steady presence of young adults and families. The county’s mix of urban neighborhoods, surrounding rural communities, and commuter connections to Columbia can shape platform choice toward high‑reach, mobile‑first social networks used for local news, community information, and interpersonal messaging.

User statistics (penetration / active use)

• Local (county‑specific) penetration: No authoritative, regularly published dataset provides social media penetration specifically for Sumter County in the way national surveys do; most reliable figures are available at the U.S. level and are commonly used as a baseline for county context.
• U.S. baseline (commonly applied context):
  • ~69% of U.S. adults use at least one social media site (Pew Research Center). Source: Pew Research Center social media fact sheet.
  • Social use is typically higher among younger adults and lower among older adults, which is relevant for counties with military influence and younger households.

Age group trends

Based on Pew’s U.S. adult patterns (used for county context where local measurement is unavailable):

• Highest overall usage: Ages 18–29 and 30–49 consistently report the highest social media use across platforms. Source: Pew Research Center (platform-by-age tables).
• Middle usage: Ages 50–64 show moderate adoption, often concentrated on a smaller set of platforms (notably Facebook).
• Lowest usage: 65+ shows the lowest penetration overall, though Facebook and YouTube remain comparatively common among older adults.

Gender breakdown

Using Pew’s U.S. adult estimates (as the most reliable breakdown commonly referenced in local planning):

• Women are more likely than men to use Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest.
• Men are more likely than women to use Reddit and more likely to report using some video/live-stream or discussion communities depending on platform.
• Several major platforms (notably YouTube) show smaller gender gaps than others. Source: Pew Research Center social media fact sheet.

Most-used platforms (percent of U.S. adults; best-available proxy)

County-level platform shares are not published in a standard public series; the following are U.S. adult usage rates from Pew that are frequently used as a benchmark for local areas:

• YouTube: ~83%
• Facebook: ~68%
• Instagram: ~47%
• Pinterest: ~35%
• TikTok: ~33%
• LinkedIn: ~30%
• WhatsApp: ~29%
• Snapchat: ~27%
• X (Twitter): ~22%
• Reddit: ~22%
  Source: Pew Research Center social media fact sheet.

Behavioral trends (engagement patterns / preferences)

• Video-led engagement is structurally high: With YouTube reaching the broadest adult share nationally, video consumption and how‑to/informational viewing tend to be a dominant mode of engagement compared with text-first networks. Source: Pew Research Center platform usage.
• Platform clustering by age:
  • 18–29: heavier use of Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, alongside YouTube.
  • 30–49: broad, multi-platform use; Facebook remains important while Instagram/TikTok use is substantial.
  • 50+: more concentrated use patterns, especially Facebook and YouTube. Source: Pew Research Center (age-by-platform patterns).
• Local-information behavior: In counties with a strong mix of city neighborhoods and rural areas, Facebook groups/pages and community posting are widely used nationwide for local updates, events, and recommendations; this aligns with Facebook’s high overall reach. Source: Pew Research Center platform reach.
• Messaging as a primary use case: Nationally, social platforms are heavily used for direct messaging and group coordination; WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger usage patterns tend to be stronger among social users with family networks spread across regions, a common feature in military-connected communities. Source: Pew Research Center social media fact sheet.

Sumter County family-related records include vital records (birth and death certificates) and court records that can document family relationships (marriage/divorce filings, probate/estate matters, guardianships). In South Carolina, birth and death certificates are maintained at the state level by the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH), not by county offices; certified copies are issued through DPH with eligibility restrictions. Adoption records are generally sealed and handled through the Family Court system, with access limited by law.

Publicly searchable databases in Sumter County primarily cover court case information and recorded land documents rather than certified vital records. The Sumter County Clerk of Court maintains Family Court and probate-related filings and provides access through its office; statewide case searches are available via the South Carolina Judicial Branch’s Case Records Search. Property-related records sometimes used for family/associate research (deeds, plats) are maintained by the Sumter County Register of Deeds. Recorded document images and indexing are commonly accessible in person and, where provided, through the Register of Deeds’ online search portal linked from the county site.

Privacy restrictions apply to certified vital records, adoption files, many Family Court matters, and certain protected personal identifiers within public filings.

Marriage records (Sumter County, South Carolina)

Types of records available

• Marriage license / marriage application file: The county-issued license and related application materials used to authorize a marriage.
• Marriage certificate (state vital record): The state-maintained record of the marriage event based on the license return filed after the ceremony.

Where records are filed and how they can be accessed

• Sumter County Probate Court (marriage licenses): Marriage licenses are issued and maintained at the county level by the Probate Court. Public access is typically provided through in-person requests and, where available, local record search systems.
• South Carolina Department of Public Health (statewide marriage certificates): South Carolina maintains marriage records as vital records at the state level. Access and ordering information is provided by the state vital records office: https://dph.sc.gov.

Typical information included

• Names of the parties to be married (including prior/maiden name where provided)
• Date of license issuance and location (county)
• Date and place of marriage (as returned by the officiant)
• Officiant identification/signature and the filed “return” portion of the license
• Basic identifying details from the application (commonly age/date of birth and residence), depending on the form used at the time

Privacy or legal restrictions

• Marriage licenses are generally treated as public records at the county level, subject to South Carolina public records rules and any applicable exemptions.
• Certified copies for legal purposes are issued under the issuing agency’s procedures and identification requirements.
• Some personal identifiers contained in modern filings may be redacted or limited in copies provided to the public under applicable privacy practices.

Divorce and annulment records (Sumter County, South Carolina)

Types of records available

• Divorce case files (Family Court): Pleadings, orders, and the Final Order/Decree of Divorce issued by the court.
• Annulments (Family Court): Annulment actions are handled as Family Court matters, with a final order declaring the marriage void or voidable under state law.
• Divorce verification (state vital record index): South Carolina maintains a statewide divorce reporting system separate from the full court case file.

Where records are filed and how they can be accessed

• South Carolina Family Court (Sumter County filings): Divorce and annulment actions are filed in the Family Court for the county in which the action is brought. The Clerk of Court’s office maintains the official case file and docket for Family Court matters. Access to documents is commonly provided through the clerk’s records processes (in-person requests and any available electronic access consistent with court rules).
• South Carolina Department of Public Health (divorce verification): The state vital records office provides divorce reports/verification (not the full decree/case file). Official information is available through: https://dph.sc.gov.

Typical information included

In a divorce decree/final order (Family Court):

• Names of the parties and date/place of marriage
• Date of filing and date the divorce is granted
• Grounds or basis for the divorce stated in the order
• Orders on property division and allocation of debts
• Alimony determinations, where applicable
• Child-related provisions where applicable (custody, visitation, child support), often incorporated by reference to separate orders or agreements

In an annulment order (Family Court):

• Names of the parties and date/place of the purported marriage
• Findings supporting annulment under South Carolina law
• Orders addressing related issues (property, support, child-related matters) where applicable

In state divorce verification records (vital records):

• Names of the parties
• Date and county where the divorce was granted
• Limited event details used for statistical and verification purposes rather than full case content

Privacy or legal restrictions

• Family Court records are subject to heightened confidentiality rules compared with many other civil records. Certain filings and identifying information may be restricted from public inspection, and access to some documents may be limited to the parties, attorneys of record, and other authorized persons under court rules and orders.
• Sealed records: Portions of divorce or annulment files may be sealed by statute or court order, limiting public access.
• Certified copies of final orders/decrees are issued by the Clerk of Court under court administrative procedures; access to non-certified copies and ancillary filings is governed by Family Court confidentiality requirements and applicable public access policies.

Sumter County is in the South Carolina Midlands, anchored by the City of Sumter and adjacent to Shaw Air Force Base. The county is a mid-sized, majority-urban county with significant military-connected population turnover and a regional role in health care, manufacturing, and public services. Recent population estimates place the county at roughly 105,000–110,000 residents (U.S. Census Bureau).

Education Indicators

Public schools (districts and school list)

Public K–12 education is primarily provided by Sumter School District (countywide), with additional public options through charter schools. A current, authoritative school roster is maintained by the district and the state:

• Sumter School District “Schools” directory (school names and grade configurations): Sumter School District website
• South Carolina School Report Cards (school-by-school profiles, enrollment, graduation, staffing): South Carolina School Report Cards

Because the district’s school count can change with openings/closures and grade reconfigurations, the most defensible “number of public schools” is the current district and state roster linked above (used as the official proxy).

Student–teacher ratios and graduation rates

• Student–teacher ratio (proxy): County/district ratios are reported by the state in the school report cards and typically align with South Carolina public-school averages in the mid-teens students per teacher. For the most recent audited value, the state report cards provide the definitive school- and district-level staffing and student counts: South Carolina School Report Cards.
• High school graduation rate: The four-year adjusted cohort graduation rate is published for each Sumter County high school and for the district overall in the state report cards (most recent year available): South Carolina School Report Cards.
  Note: Graduation rates vary by high school and year; the state report-card system is the standard source used for comparisons across districts.

Adult educational attainment (countywide)

(ACS 5-year estimates; most recent release available from the U.S. Census Bureau)

• High school diploma or higher (age 25+): reported by ACS for Sumter County in “Educational Attainment.”
• Bachelor’s degree or higher (age 25+): reported by ACS for Sumter County in “Educational Attainment.”
  Authoritative table access:
• U.S. Census Bureau data.census.gov (Sumter County, SC — Educational Attainment)
  Proxy note: Military-related moves and the presence of technical training pathways can influence attainment patterns compared with purely civilian counties; ACS remains the standard county measure.

Notable academic and career programs

Commonly documented district and county pathways include:

• Advanced Placement (AP) and dual enrollment: Offered at the high school level; course catalogs and performance indicators (participation/exam-taking) are commonly reflected in state report cards and district program pages: South Carolina School Report Cards, Sumter School District.
• Career and Technical Education (CTE): South Carolina districts report CTE participation and career pathways aligned to state Career Clusters (manufacturing, health science, IT, skilled trades). Program availability and concentrator data are typically reflected in district reporting and state summaries: South Carolina Department of Education.
• STEM and workforce-aligned training: STEM offerings often appear as specialized course sequences, academies, or partnerships; the most consistent public documentation is in district program descriptions and school report cards.

School safety measures and counseling resources

• Safety planning and reporting: South Carolina districts typically publish required policies and emergency procedures (visitor management, drills, SRO coordination). District policy pages and annual school safety information are generally hosted on the district site: Sumter School District.
• Student services: School counseling, mental health supports, and related staffing are commonly listed under student services or support services and reflected indirectly via staffing categories in school report cards: South Carolina School Report Cards.

Employment and Economic Conditions

Unemployment rate (most recent)

• Unemployment rate (most recent annual average): Reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (LAUS) for Sumter County. The definitive county series and latest annual averages are available here: BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics (LAUS).
  Proxy note: Monthly unemployment fluctuates with military and contracting cycles; annual averages are the standard comparative metric.

Major industries and employment sectors

County employment is typically concentrated in:

• Public administration and defense-related activity (Shaw AFB and associated contractors)
• Health care and social assistance
• Manufacturing (regional mix often includes fabricated metals, food/consumer goods, and industrial supply chains)
• Retail trade and accommodation/food services
• Educational services
  The most current sector shares for Sumter County are available from:
• U.S. Census Bureau (ACS) — Industry by Occupation / Industry tables

Common occupations and workforce breakdown

Occupational distribution commonly shows higher shares in:

• Office and administrative support
• Sales and related
• Production, transportation, and material moving
• Health care practitioners/support
• Education, training, and library
• Protective service (often elevated in military-adjacent counties)
  Authoritative county tables:
• U.S. Census Bureau (ACS) — Occupation tables for Sumter County

Commuting patterns and mean travel time

• Mean commute time: Reported by ACS for Sumter County under “Travel Time to Work.” The latest 5-year estimate provides the county mean in minutes: U.S. Census Bureau (ACS) — Travel Time to Work.
• Mode of commute: The county’s commute is typically auto-dominant, with smaller shares carpooling and limited transit share. ACS provides the definitive mode split (“Means of Transportation to Work”): U.S. Census Bureau (ACS) — Commuting (Means of Transportation).

Local employment vs. out-of-county work

• In-county vs. out-of-county commuting: ACS “County-to-county commuting” is limited in standard tables, but the LEHD/OnTheMap system provides resident-to-workplace flow patterns (share working in-county vs. commuting to nearby counties in the Columbia region or other job centers): U.S. Census OnTheMap (LEHD) — Commuting Flows.
  Proxy note: Military bases concentrate jobs locally, while specialized civilian roles often produce out-commuting to larger regional employment centers.

Housing and Real Estate

Homeownership vs. renting

• Homeownership rate and rental share: Reported by ACS (“Tenure”) for Sumter County, including owner-occupied vs. renter-occupied percentages: U.S. Census Bureau (ACS) — Tenure.
  Context: Military-connected households often increase rental demand near base-adjacent areas and along major commuting corridors.

Median property values and recent trends

• Median value of owner-occupied housing units: Reported by ACS for Sumter County (“Median Value”). This is the standard countywide benchmark: U.S. Census Bureau (ACS) — Median Home Value.
• Recent trend proxy: Like much of South Carolina, Sumter County experienced price appreciation during 2020–2022 followed by slower growth as interest rates rose; county-specific time-series is best corroborated using ACS trend comparisons across releases and local market reports. Where a precise year-over-year county index is required, ACS provides consistent methodology, while private indexes may differ in coverage.

Typical rent prices

• Median gross rent: Reported by ACS (“Median Gross Rent”): U.S. Census Bureau (ACS) — Median Gross Rent.
  Context: Rental pricing is typically highest near employment centers (Sumter city core), Shaw AFB access routes, and newer multifamily stock.

Housing types and built form

• Structure type mix: ACS “Units in Structure” provides the share of single-family detached, single-family attached, multifamily (2–49+ units), and mobile homes: U.S. Census Bureau (ACS) — Units in Structure.
  General county pattern:
• Single-family detached dominates in suburban and rural areas.
• Apartments and small multifamily concentrate in and around the City of Sumter and near major arterials.
• Manufactured housing and rural lots are more common outside the city in less dense parts of the county.

Neighborhood characteristics (schools, amenities)

• Higher-access areas are typically those closer to the City of Sumter’s commercial corridors, medical facilities, and the main road network serving Shaw AFB.
• School proximity varies by attendance zones; the district’s school directory and zone information are the most reliable references for specific school access patterns: Sumter School District.
  Proxy note: Countywide neighborhood characterization is best derived from a combination of district zoning, municipal planning maps, and ACS tract-level profiles; county totals do not capture within-county variation.

Property tax overview (rates and typical cost)

• Assessment and millage-based property taxation: South Carolina property taxes are calculated using assessed value (which varies by property type) multiplied by local millage rates. Sumter County rates and billing practices are documented by county tax offices and the state:
  • Sumter County government (tax and property information)
  • South Carolina Department of Revenue (property tax overview)
• Typical homeowner cost (proxy): “Median real estate taxes paid” is reported by ACS for Sumter County and serves as the most comparable single-number estimate of annual homeowner property tax burden: U.S. Census Bureau (ACS) — Real Estate Taxes Paid.

Data note across sections: The most recent, consistently comparable county statistics for education attainment, commuting, tenure, home value, rent, and taxes come from ACS 5-year estimates; the most recent unemployment rate is from BLS LAUS; school-level performance indicators (graduation rates, staffing) come from South Carolina School Report Cards.