Blacksburg CCD, South Carolina
Blacksburg CCD profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Blacksburg CCD is a geographic entity located in Cherokee County, South Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 9,621. The land area covers 85.55 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,621 | ±827 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.6 yrs | ±3.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,628 | ±263 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 4,164 | ±248 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,628 | ±263 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 536 | ±179 |
| Median Home Value | $128,600 | ±$51,439 |
| Median Gross Rent | $726 | ±$90 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $49,878 | ±$5,399 |
| Per Capita Income | $28,152 | ±$3,594 |
| Poverty Rate | 16% | ±3.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,538 | ±401 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5% | ±3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,944 | ±432 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 70.6% | ±7.9% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 57,770 (2024)
ID: 174853
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ACTING COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
110 RAILROAD AVE, GAFFNEY SC 29340
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Gaffney, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Bessemer City, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bessemer City, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Bessemer City, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Bessemer City, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Clover, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Kings Mountain, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Blacksburg, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Blacksburg, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Blacksburg, SC |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Limestone University
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College | 9.7 mi away | 1115 College Drive, Gaffney, SC, 29340-3799 |
86448971510
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BLACKSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.5 mi away | 201 SOUTH RUTHERFORD STREET, BLACKSBURG, SC, 29702 |
(864) 839-2630
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Cleveland Community College
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College | 11.7 mi away | 137 S Post Rd, Shelby, NC, 28152-6224 |
7046694081
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CHEROKEE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.5 mi away | 300 E. RUTLEDGE AVENUE, GAFFNEY, SC, 29340 |
(864) 487-2711
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Gardner-Webb University
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College | 13.7 mi away | Main St, Boiling Springs, NC, 28017-0997 |
7044062361
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CHEROKEE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 9.5 mi away | 300 E. RUTLEDGE AVENUE, GAFFNEY, SC, 29340 |
(864) 487-2711
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Gaston College
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College | 22.0 mi away | 201 Hwy 321 S, Dallas, NC, 28034 |
7049226200
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JACOB MAUNEY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 12.3 mi away | 100 S PIEDMONT AVE, KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC, 28086 |
(704) 739-2371
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CLEVELAND COUNTY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 13.1 mi away | 104 HOWIE DR, SHELBY, NC, 28150 |
(704) 487-9069
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CLOVER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.0 mi away | 107 KNOX STREET, CLOVER, SC, 29710 |
(803) 222-3474
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at NINETY NINE IS, SC US, located 5.5 miles from Blacksburg CCD. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50.9° | 26.5° | 38.7° | 3.70" | — |
| February | 55.3° | 28.9° | 42.1° | 3.31" | — |
| March | 62.6° | 34.9° | 48.8° | 4.39" | — |
| April | 71.5° | 42.8° | 57.1° | 3.65" | — |
| May | 77.9° | 52.8° | 65.3° | 3.63" | — |
| June | 84.3° | 61.6° | 72.9° | 4.11" | — |
| July | 87.8° | 65.7° | 76.7° | 3.72" | — |
| August | 86.2° | 65.1° | 75.6° | 4.68" | — |
| September | 80.9° | 58.3° | 69.6° | 3.63" | — |
| October | 71.9° | 45.6° | 58.7° | 3.06" | — |
| November | 61.6° | 34.2° | 47.9° | 3.42" | — |
| December | 53.5° | 29.2° | 41.3° | 4.02" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blacksburg town | Town | 1.7 mi | — |
| Cherokee Falls CDP | CDP | 4.4 mi | — |
| Grover town | Town | 5.0 mi | — |
| Earl town | Town | 6.3 mi | — |
| Smyrna town | Town | 6.7 mi | — |
| East Gaffney CDP | CDP | 7.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 4502190273. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.