Living in Colleton County, South Carolina

Colleton County is a county in South Carolina with a population of around 37,731. The main communities are Walterboro, Cottageville, Edisto Beach.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $749/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $219K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.6%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 62°F) and hot summers (highs around 88°F). The coast is within 1 hour. Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Colleton County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 43 and a predominantly working-class population (15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes competitive.