Economy & Jobs — Ward, South Carolina
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $55,625 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$63,400 |
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| Per Capita Income | $21,220 |
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| Poverty Rate | 37.7% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 3.7% |
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| In Labor Force | 142 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Manufacturing | 35.5% |
| Construction | 20.0% |
| Education Healthcare | 16.4% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Full Service Restaurants | 8 |
| Fast Food | 8 |
| General Merchandise | 7 |
| Gas Stations | 6 |
| Grocery Stores | 4 |
| Insurance Agencies | 4 |
| Physician Offices | 4 |
| Child Day Care | 4 |
| Auto Repair | 3 |
| Commercial Banks | 3 |
| Dental Offices | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
