Living in Cherokee County, South Carolina

Cherokee County is a county in South Carolina with a population of around 56,194. The main communities are Gaffney, Blacksburg.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $2,153/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $162K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.1%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 54°F) and hot summers (highs around 86°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Cherokee County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 39 and a predominantly working-class population (14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.