Economy & Jobs — Newtown, South Carolina
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $42,857 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$37,800 |
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| Per Capita Income | $18,343 |
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| Poverty Rate | 33.3% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 27.9% |
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| In Labor Force | 316 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Arts Food | 22.8% |
| Retail | 21.5% |
| Manufacturing | 16.9% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Fast Food | 24 |
| Convenience Stores | 14 |
| Gas Stations | 14 |
| Hotels Motels | 14 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 14 |
| General Merchandise | 11 |
| Physician Offices | 10 |
| Insurance Agencies | 9 |
| Child Day Care | 9 |
| Auto Repair | 8 |
| Commercial Banks | 7 |
| Law Offices | 7 |
| Grocery Stores | 6 |
| Dental Offices | 5 |
| Used Car Dealers | 4 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
