Economy & Jobs — Walterboro, South Carolina

Income & Employment

Median Household Income (Census)$56,457
Estimated 2026~$55,100
Per Capita Income$26,800
Poverty Rate28.2%
Unemployment Rate5.9%
In Labor Force2,621

Top Industries

IndustryShare
Education Healthcare22.8%
Retail14.3%
Manufacturing13.4%

Local Businesses (County)

TypeCount
Physician Offices30
Fast Food30
Gas Stations29
Full Service Restaurants25
Law Offices21
Real Estate Offices17
Hotels Motels17
General Merchandise15
Insurance Agencies13
Commercial Banks10
Grocery Stores9
Dental Offices7
Child Day Care7
Auto Repair6
Home Health5
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.