Oconee County

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Oconee County, located in South Carolina's scenic Upstate region, is home to roughly 80,000 residents and is growing  yearly. The county seat is Walhalla, where a friendly, small-town atmosphere awaits. Key industries include manufacturing, healthcare, hospitality, and tourism, contributing to a diverse economy. Known for its college town vibe and appeal as a retirement destination, Oconee County offers beautiful lakes, rivers, mountains and waterfalls. Conveniently situated 35 miles west of Greenville and 120 miles northeast of Atlanta, Oconee County is a great place to live and explore.

Population

Total Population

81,618

Population
Growth Rate

0.45%

Median Age

47

Diversity Index

38.200

Source: ESRI, 2025-09-30

Workforce

Total Businesses

2,392

Total Employed

27,582

Workers 16+

32,122

2025 HealthCare / Social Assistance

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Businesses

282

Employed

6,722

2025 Manufacturing Businesses

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Businesses

71

Employed

3,353

2025 Retail Trade Businesses

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Businesses

358

Employed

3,224

2025 Accommodation / Food Service

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Businesses

188

Employed

2,094

2025 Other Service excl Pub Admin

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Businesses

355

Employed

2,027

2025 Educational Services - Businesses

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Businesses

45

Employed

1,880

Some
High School

4,671

Graduated
High School

14,760

Associates
Degree

6,456

Bachelor's
Degree

11,591

Graduate
Degree

7,203

Average Commute Time

25 min.



Resident Commuters

23,264

Non-Resident Commuters

7,692

Drive Alone

24,903

Carpooled

3,505

Public

103

Work At Home

2,762

Source: ESRI, 2025-09-30

Housing & Income

Households

35,644

Total Housing Units

43,430


Owner Occupied

27,486

Renter Occupied

8,158

Vacant

7,786

Median Home Value

$288,392


Average Home Value

$432,367

Income
Growth Rate

Median
Household Income

0.00%


Per Capita Income

2.64%

Income Projection

Median Household

$68,133 $75,404


Average Household

$96,280 $107,517


Per Capita

$42,063 $47,920

Source: ESRI, 2025-09-30