Seneca

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Seneca is a friendly town that welcomes newcomers with open arms. Known for its small-town charm and bustling downtown, residents can enjoy a variety of local restaurants and shops, as well as numerous parks and scenic trails. The City hosts Thursday night’s Jazz on the Alley from April to October with amazing music, food, and drinks, that draw over 1,000 people weekly. With breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, outdoor activities are abundant for those who love adventure. The low crime rate and close community ties create a safe family environment. If you're searching for a place embodying Southern hospitality, Seneca is the perfect choice.

Population

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Population

Population2000201020242029
Seneca7,8408,1239,0329,151

Source: ESRI, 2024-12-05

Population by Age

Population2024
0-4465
5-9532
10-14566
15-19471
20-24516
25-29501
30-34597
35-39526
40-44501
45-49467
50-54553
55-59501
60-64621
65-69619
70-74574
75-79473
80-84264
85+285
18+7,167
Median Age43

Source: ESRI, 2024-12-05

Population by Race

Seneca2024
Total9,032.00
White Alone66.05%
Black Alone22.14%
American Indian Alone0.49%
Asian Alone0.95%
Pacific Islander Alone0.06%
Some Other Race3.21%
Two or More Races7.1%
Hispanic Origin6.55%
Diversity Index56.90

Source: ESRI, 2024-12-05

Growth Rate

Seneca2024 - 2029
Population0.26%
Households0.51%
Families0.41%
Median Household Income3%
Per Capita Income3%

Source: ESRI, 2024-12-05

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Housing

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Households

Population2000201020242029
Households3,3313,5204,0154,118
Housing Units3,7294,0884,5264,616
Owner Occupied Units2,6292,819
Renter Occupied Units1,3861,299
Vacant Units511498

Source: ESRI, 2024-12-05

Home Value

Seneca20242029
Median Home Value$213,630$226,365
Average Home Value$310,127$318,331
<$50,000201192
$50,000 - $99,999252253
$100,000 - $149,999268276
$150,000 - $199,999488476
$200,000 - $249,999387403
$250,000 - $299,999201221
$300,000 - $399,999328364
$400,000 - $499,999198296
$500,000 - $749,999111171
$1,000,000 +4045

Source: ESRI, 2024-12-05

Housing Year Built

Year RangeHouses Built
2010 or Later429
2000-2009631
1990-1999419
1980-1989439
1970-1979673
1960-1969667
1950-1959267
1940-1949361
1939 or Before375

Source: ESRI, 2024-12-05

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Income

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Income

Seneca20242029
Median Household$55,267$64,926
Average Household$75,287$84,769
Per Capita$33,485$38,164

Source: ESRI, 2024-12-05

Household Income

Seneca2024
<$15,000681
$15,000 - $24,999275
$25,000 - $34,999418
$35,000 - $49,999485
$50,000 - $74,999541
$75,000 - $99,999513
$100,000 - $149,999720
$150,000 - $199,999251
$200,000+131

Source: ESRI, 2024-12-05

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Employees

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Commute

CategoryCommuters
Workers 16+3,869
In-County Residents2,552
Out-of-County Residents1,272
Drive Alone3,001
Carpooled640
Public Transport52
Work at Home94
Motorcycle0
Bicycle0
Walked82
Other0
Less than 5 minutes179
5-9 minutes992
10-14 minutes656
15-19 minutes597
20-24 minutes476
25-29 minutes157
30-34 minutes83
35-39 minutes118
40-44 minutes58
45-59 minutes240
60-89 minutes178
90+ minutes41
Average Travel Time19

Source: ESRI, 2024-12-05

Source: ESRI, 2024-12-05

Employees by NAICS

CategoryNumber
Total Employees5,227
Agr/Forestry/Fish/Hunt0
Mining24
Utilities12
Construction157
Manufacturing224
Wholesale Trade94
  
Retail Trade466
  
Transportation/Warehouse41
Information358
  
Finance & Insurance248
  
Real Estate/Rent/Leasing217
Prof/Scientific/Tech Srv208
Legal Services48
Mgmt of Comp/Enterprises35
Admin/Support/Waste Mgmt45
Educational Services418
HealthCare/Social Assist1,070
Arts/Entertainment/Rec65
  
Accommodation/Food Srvcs576
  
Other Srv excl Pub Admin542
Auto Repair/Maintenance79
Public Administration Emp422

Source: ESRI, 2024-12-05

Educational Attainment (25+)

Seneca2024
<9th Grade221
Some High School624
GED235
Graduated High School1,547
Some College/No Degree1,376
Associates Degree743
Bachelor's Degree1,139
Graduate Degree597

Source: ESRI, 2024-12-05

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Businesses

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Businesses by NAICS

CategoryNumber
Total Businesses614
Agr/Forestry/Fish/Hunt Bus0
Mining Bus2
Utilities Bus1
Construction Bus28
Manufacturing Bus13
Wholesale Trade Bus10
  
Retail Trade Bus92
  
Transportation/Warehouse Bus2
Information Bus19
  
Finance & Insurance Bus60
  
Real Estate/Rent/Leasing Bus40
Prof/Scientific/Tech Srv Bus42
Legal Services Bus13
Mgmt of Comp/Enterprises Bus2
Admin/Support/Waste Mgmt Bus13
Educational Services Bus8
HealthCare/Social Assist Bus97
Arts/Entertainment/Rec Bus13
  
Accommodation/Food Srvcs Bus52
  
Other Srv excl Pub Admin Bus86
Auto Repair/Maintenance Bus14
Public Administration Bus23

Source: ESRI, 2024-12-05

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