County · South Carolina
Orangeburg County, South Carolina
Orangeburg County, South Carolina. Orangeburg County had 83,177 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 1.2% since 2020, while South Carolina grew 8.8%. It holds 20 places (17 cities, villages and boroughs and 3 census-designated) and 39 census tracts. GEOID 45075.
Orangeburg County is the county of the Orangeburg, SC micropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
83,177
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 84,223 · ACS 2020-2024: 83,253
Median household income
$45,675
±$2,691 (90% margin)
South Carolina: $69,324
Median home value
$115,800
±$5,571 (90% margin)
South Carolina: $259,000
Median gross rent
$841
±$36 (90% margin)
South Carolina: $1,180
How many people live in Orangeburg County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 84,223 residents in Orangeburg County. The Census Bureau estimates 83,177 for July 1, 2025, down 1.2% since 2020, while South Carolina grew 8.8%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 83,253 over 1,106 square miles of land.
| Measure | Orangeburg County | South Carolina | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 83,253 | 5,296,225 | −4,434 |
| Households | 33,077±620 | 2,117,989 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.40±0.04 | 2.44 | −0.17 |
| Housing units | 41,527±50 | 2,443,039 | −1,270 |
Orangeburg County's population since 2000
From 91,582 in 2000 to 83,177 in 2025: down 9.2%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Orangeburg County?
Orangeburg County holds 20 places: 17 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 3 census-designated places. The largest is Orangeburg with 13,383 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Orangeburg | 13,240 | $38,635 |
|---|---|---|
| Brookdale | 3,845 | $39,449 |
| Edisto | 2,058 | $46,788 |
| Wilkinson Heights | 1,946 | $25,489 |
| Holly Hill | 1,298 | $34,135 |
| Branchville | 998 | $43,182 |
| Santee | 797 | $46,667 |
| Bowman | 788 | $35,347 |
| North | 696 | $26,477 |
| Elloree | 570 | $33,796 |
| Springfield | 455 | $47,763 |
| Neeses | 320 | $37,885 |
| NorwayGEOID 4551550 | 289 | $42,386 |
| Rowesville | 253 | $32,656 |
| Eutawville | 235 | not published |
| WoodfordGEOID 4578910 | 161 | $53,750 |
| CordovaGEOID 4516855 | 136 | not published |
| LivingstonGEOID 4542100 | 132 | $60,000 |
| VanceGEOID 4573510 | 128 | not published |
| CopeGEOID 4516720 | 37 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Orangeburg County?
The median resident of Orangeburg County is 40.7 years old; 21.4% are under 18 and 20.9% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic Black residents at 60.7%, then non-Hispanic white residents at 33.1%. 2.2% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Orangeburg County | South Carolina | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 40.7±0.4 | 40.2 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 21.4% | 21.4% | – |
| 65 years and over | 20.9%±0.1 pts | 18.9% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.7% | 7.4% | +0.5 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 33.1%±0.1 pts | 61.9% | −0.2 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 60.7%±0.5 pts | 24.6% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 1.0%±0.1 pts | 1.7% | +0.3 pts |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.1 pts | 0.2% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 2.2%±0.5 pts | 3.7% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.5% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 2.2%±0.4 pts | 5.8% | +0.9 pts |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 3.8%±0.7 pts | 8.4% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 6.2%±0.7 pts | 8.3% | – |
| With a disability | 15.1%±0.9 pts | 14.6% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 9.7%±1.1 pts | 9.6% | −1.5 pts |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 84.2%±1.4 pts | 90.1% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 19.4%±1.6 pts | 32.1% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 9.2%±1.2 pts | 12.3% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 0.9%±0.3 pts | 3.7% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Orangeburg County earn?
Half of Orangeburg County's 33,077 households earn less than $45,675 a year (±$2,691), against $69,324 in South Carolina. In 2015-2019 it was $46,711 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 22.4% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Orangeburg County | South Carolina | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $45,675±$2,691 | $69,324 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $64,618±$2,841 | $95,567 | – |
| Per capita income | $27,036±$1,198 | $39,236 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 22.4%±1.9 pts | 14.1% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 30.2%±4.6 pts | 19.4% | −8.0 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 20.7%±2.1 pts | 10.5% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 79.9%±2.0 pts | 88.8% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Orangeburg County?
Owners occupy 67.0% of Orangeburg County's occupied homes and renters 33.0%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $115,800 by its owner (±$5,571). The median renter pays $841 a month including utilities, and 47.1% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Orangeburg County | South Carolina | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $115,800±$5,571 | $259,000 | no clear change |
| Median gross rent | $841±$36 | $1,180 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 47.1%±5.4 pts | 42.8% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,257±$49 | $1,529 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 67.0%±2.4 pts | 71.9% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 41,527±50 | 2,443,039 | −1,270 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.5%±0.7 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 6.7%±2.3 pts | 8.3% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 56.7%±1.8 pts | 64.5% | – |
| Mobile homes | 30.6%±1.6 pts | 14.2% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.1%±0.4 pts | 3.7% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 3.3%±0.5 pts | 3.6% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Orangeburg County building?
Builders took permits for 107 new housing units across Orangeburg County in 2025 (83 single-family), 1.3 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Orangeburg County get to work?
81.3% of Orangeburg County's workers drive alone and 6.7% work from home. The average trip to work takes 30.7 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 8.3%.
| Measure | Orangeburg County | South Carolina | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 53.4%±1.5 pts | 60.5% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 8.3%±1.6 pts | 4.9% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 81.3%±2.1 pts | 76.3% | – |
| Carpooled | 9.6%±1.7 pts | 8.5% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Walked | 1.0%±0.4 pts | 1.6% | – |
| Worked from home | 6.7%±1.3 pts | 11.5% | +2.5 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 30.7 min±1.3 | 25.6 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Orangeburg County's census tracts?
Orangeburg County is divided into 39 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $14,858 (Tract 113) to $85,461 (Tract 108.02).
All 39 census tracts of Orangeburg County, with their figures
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Orangeburg County compare with South Carolina's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 17th of 46 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 36th of 46 |
| Residents per square mile | 24th of 46 |
| Median household income | 39th of 46 |
| Median home value | 36th of 46 |
| Median gross rent | 32nd of 46 |
| Poverty rate | 10th of 46 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 29th of 46 |
| Median age | 29th of 46 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for Orangeburg County are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' school search.