Living in Lee County, South Carolina

Lee County is a county in South Carolina with a population of around 17,896. The main communities are Bishopville, Lynchburg.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $2,272/month, significantly above the national average, with a median home price of around $134K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.6%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 57°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

Lee County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 42 and a predominantly working-class population (16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Democratic.