McCormick is located within the Sumter National Forest and nestled along South Carolina’s Freshwater Coast. The county is also characterized by its man-made lake, Clark’s Hill, created by Thurmond Dam, named after Strom Thurmond, the longest-serving member of Congress to serve exclusively in the Senate. At full pool elevation, the lake comprises nearly 71,100 acres of water. It is a popular recreation area, attracting people from South Carolina and Georgia. Savannah Lakes Villages, an exclusive community with two championship golf courses located along the lake, offers a variety of recreational activities.
Besides outdoor activities, McCormick County also provides its residents with cultural events. The McCormick Arts Council at the Keturah (MACK) encourages participation in various cultural opportunities: exhibits, educational programs, performances and events are held throughout the year. The MACK is a vital historic and cultural establishment of community identity and tourism.
People
The total population of McCormick County is 9,431. The median age is 56.57
Educational Attainment
32.27% of the population in McCormick County have an Associate’s degree or higher. 84.22% have a high school degree or higher.
Labor Force
McCormick County has a labor force of 3,053 people, with an unemployment rate of 3.7%.
Income and Spending
Households in McCormick County earn a median yearly income of $49,704. 30.09% of the households earn more than the national average each year. Household expenditures average $54,080 per year. The majority of earnings get spent on Shelter, Transportation, Food and Beverages, Health Care, and Utilities.
Housing
There are 63% more households who own their homes than there are renters.
Transportation
Residents spend an average of 27 minutes commuting to work. McCormick County is served by 26 airports within 50 miles. Rail can be accessed within the community. Interstates can be accessed 7 miles away.
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