Westminster

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The City of Westminster is dedicated to fostering industrial and commercial growth within the city and its surrounding areas. Westminster combines small-town charm with vibrant community spirit. Each year, the city proudly hosts the South Carolina Apple Festival and the South Carolina Bigfoot Festival, drawing visitors from near and far. Founded in 1875 as a bustling railroad stop, Westminster flourished throughout the 20th century with its thriving textile and manufacturing industries. Today, the city's economy is driven by agriculture, manufacturing, and a diverse range of small businesses. Westminster provides essential water and sewer services to residents and businesses both within and outside city limits and offers electric services to those within the city. Attracting new industry remains a vital priority for Westminster to ensure sustainable economic growth and create opportunities for future generations.

Population

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Population

Population2000201020242029
Westminster2,7212,4302,3152,258

Source: ESRI, 2024-12-05

Population by Age

Population2024
0-4119
5-9152
10-14123
15-19174
20-24144
25-29128
30-34128
35-39141
40-44111
45-49153
50-54141
55-59155
60-64149
65-69155
70-74133
75-7996
80-8465
85+48
18+1,812
Median Age42

Source: ESRI, 2024-12-05

Population by Race

Westminster2024
Total2,315.00
White Alone83.54%
Black Alone6.48%
American Indian Alone0.82%
Asian Alone0.26%
Pacific Islander Alone0.04%
Some Other Race3.15%
Two or More Races5.7%
Hispanic Origin6.95%
Diversity Index38.50

Source: ESRI, 2024-12-05

Growth Rate

Westminster2024 - 2029
Population-0.50%
Households-0.21%
Families-0.91%
Median Household Income2%
Per Capita Income3%

Source: ESRI, 2024-12-05

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Housing

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Households

Population2000201020242029
Households1,1851,042953943
Housing Units1,3301,2341,1261,126
Owner Occupied Units741765
Renter Occupied Units212178
Vacant Units173183

Source: ESRI, 2024-12-05

Home Value

Westminster20242029
Median Home Value$173,657$180,849
Average Home Value$210,897$244,837
<$50,0009486
$50,000 - $99,9999786
$100,000 - $149,9996576
$150,000 - $199,999242218
$200,000 - $249,999132128
$250,000 - $299,9992631
$300,000 - $399,9991834
$400,000 - $499,999711
$500,000 - $749,9993863
$1,000,000 +1016

Source: ESRI, 2024-12-05

Housing Year Built

Year RangeHouses Built
2010 or Later47
2000-200959
1990-1999236
1980-1989112
1970-1979240
1960-1969123
1950-1959131
1940-1949120
1939 or Before108

Source: ESRI, 2024-12-05

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Income

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Income

Westminster20242029
Median Household$55,000$59,369
Average Household$64,811$73,275
Per Capita$26,680$30,602

Source: ESRI, 2024-12-05

Household Income

Westminster2024
<$15,000146
$15,000 - $24,99972
$25,000 - $34,999107
$35,000 - $49,99990
$50,000 - $74,999217
$75,000 - $99,999125
$100,000 - $149,999167
$150,000 - $199,99918
$200,000+11

Source: ESRI, 2024-12-05

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Employees

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Commute

CategoryCommuters
Workers 16+715
In-County Residents546
Out-of-County Residents137
Drive Alone576
Carpooled71
Public Transport14
Work at Home15
Motorcycle0
Bicycle0
Walked29
Other10
Less than 5 minutes24
5-9 minutes79
10-14 minutes132
15-19 minutes134
20-24 minutes108
25-29 minutes24
30-34 minutes7
35-39 minutes85
40-44 minutes9
45-59 minutes60
60-89 minutes6
90+ minutes32
Average Travel Time25

Source: ESRI, 2024-12-05

Source: ESRI, 2024-12-05

Employees by NAICS

CategoryNumber
Total Employees825
Agr/Forestry/Fish/Hunt0
Mining0
Utilities0
Construction35
Manufacturing54
Wholesale Trade22
  
Retail Trade157
  
Transportation/Warehouse24
Information9
  
Finance & Insurance30
  
Real Estate/Rent/Leasing4
Prof/Scientific/Tech Srv23
Legal Services0
Mgmt of Comp/Enterprises0
Admin/Support/Waste Mgmt2
Educational Services183
HealthCare/Social Assist50
Arts/Entertainment/Rec9
  
Accommodation/Food Srvcs140
  
Other Srv excl Pub Admin48
Auto Repair/Maintenance1
Public Administration Emp35

Source: ESRI, 2024-12-05

Educational Attainment (25+)

Westminster2024
<9th Grade56
Some High School137
GED190
Graduated High School508
Some College/No Degree213
Associates Degree149
Bachelor's Degree302
Graduate Degree48

Source: ESRI, 2024-12-05

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Businesses

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Businesses by NAICS

CategoryNumber
Total Businesses113
Agr/Forestry/Fish/Hunt Bus0
Mining Bus0
Utilities Bus0
Construction Bus7
Manufacturing Bus1
Wholesale Trade Bus4
  
Retail Trade Bus24
  
Transportation/Warehouse Bus3
Information Bus1
  
Finance & Insurance Bus8
  
Real Estate/Rent/Leasing Bus2
Prof/Scientific/Tech Srv Bus5
Legal Services Bus0
Mgmt of Comp/Enterprises Bus0
Admin/Support/Waste Mgmt Bus1
Educational Services Bus3
HealthCare/Social Assist Bus9
Arts/Entertainment/Rec Bus4
  
Accommodation/Food Srvcs Bus11
  
Other Srv excl Pub Admin Bus20
Auto Repair/Maintenance Bus1
Public Administration Bus7

Source: ESRI, 2024-12-05

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