Living in Bamberg County, South Carolina

Bamberg County is a county in South Carolina with a population of around 14,880. The main communities are Bamberg, Denmark, Ehrhardt.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $794/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $89K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 4.0%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 60°F) and hot summers (highs around 89°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Bamberg County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 42 and a predominantly working-class population (19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Democratic.