Living in Calhoun County, South Carolina

Calhoun County is a county in South Carolina with a population of around 14,781, part of the Columbia, SC MSA metro area. The main communities are St. Matthews, Cameron.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,037/month, below the national average, with a median home price of around $212K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.9%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 58°F) and hot summers (highs around 88°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

Calhoun County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 46 and a predominantly working-class population (20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes competitive.