Total Population
82,572
Population
Growth Rate
0.55%
Median Age
47
Diversity Index
40.200
Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09
Oconee County
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
Workforce
Total Businesses
2,366
Total Employed
25,766
Workers 16+
33,075
2026 HealthCare / Social Assistance
Businesses
222
Employed
4,579
2026 Retail Trade Businesses
Businesses
370
Employed
3,460
2026 Manufacturing Businesses
Businesses
76
Employed
3,347
2026 Accommodation / Food Service
Businesses
190
Employed
2,255
2026 Other Service excl Pub Admin
Businesses
345
Employed
2,063
2026 Food Service / Drinking Est.
Businesses
156
Employed
2,001
Some
High School
4,626
Graduated
High School
13,930
Associates
Degree
8,237
Bachelor's
Degree
11,248
Graduate
Degree
7,435
Average Commute Time
24 min.
Resident Commuters
24,016
Non-Resident Commuters
7,625
Drive Alone
24,998
Carpooled
3,796
Public
97
Work At Home
3,286
Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09
Housing & Income
Households
36,384
Total Housing Units
44,613
Owner Occupied
27,767
Renter Occupied
8,617
Vacant
8,229
Median Home Value
$301,781
Average Home Value
$442,375
Income
Growth Rate
Median
Household Income
0.00%
Per Capita Income
3.14%
Income Projection
Median Household
$69,261 $78,798
Average Household
$103,832 $118,663
Per Capita
$45,821 $53,486
Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09
