Saluda CCD, South Carolina
Saluda CCD profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Saluda CCD is a geographic entity located in Saluda County, South Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 8,522. The land area covers 160.90 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,522 | ±560 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.5 yrs | ±0.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,333 | ±262 | 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 | 3,830 | ±242 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,333 | ±262 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 497 | ±163 |
| Median Home Value | $136,500 | ±$17,942 |
| Median Gross Rent | $853 | ±$68 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $44,215 | ±$1,325 |
| Per Capita Income | $24,325 | ±$2,295 |
| Poverty Rate | 25% | ±5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,080 | ±436 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.6% | ±1.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,502 | ±364 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 78.5% | ±3.3% |
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: 19,452 (2024)
ID: 134415
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: SALUDA COUNTY COUNCIL CHAIRMAN
400 W HIGHLAND ST, SALUDA SC 29138-1339
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Ninety Six, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Saluda, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Johnston, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Johnston, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Ninety Six, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Ninety Six, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Ninety Six, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Ridge Spring, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Monetta, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Saluda, 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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Piedmont Technical College
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College | 23.2 mi away | 620 North Emerald Road, Greenwood, SC, 29646 |
8649418324
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SALUDA COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 2.6 mi away | 101 S MAIN STREET, SALUDA, SC, 29138 |
(864) 445-4500
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Newberry College
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College | 23.4 mi away | 2100 College St, Newberry, SC, 29108 |
8032765010
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MOBLEY (JOHNSTON) BRANCH
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Library | 10.9 mi away | 406 CALHOUN STREET, JOHNSTON, SC, 29832 |
(803) 275-5157
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Charzanne Beauty College
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College Vocational | 24.2 mi away | 1549 Hwy 72/221 E, Greenwood, SC, 29649 |
8642237321
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RIDGE SPRING BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 13.2 mi away | 108 MAINTENANCE SHOP CIRCLE, RIDGE SPRING, SC, 29129 |
(803) 685-2665
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Lander University
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College | 24.8 mi away | 320 Stanley Avenue, Greenwood, SC, 29649-2099 |
8643888000
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EDGEFIELD COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.2 mi away | 105 COURT HOUSE SQUARE, EDGEFIELD, SC, 29824 |
(803) 637-4025
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BATESBURG-LEESVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 16.8 mi away | 203 ARMORY STREET, BATESBURG, SC, 29006 |
(803) 532-9223
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NINETY-SIX BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 17.6 mi away | 100 SOUTH CAMBRIDGE STREET, NINETY-SIX, SC, 29666 |
(864) 543-4749
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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 SALUDA, SC US, located 2.5 miles from Saluda CCD. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53.9° | 31.7° | 42.8° | 4.09" | 0.0" |
| February | 58.5° | 34.2° | 46.3° | 3.82" | 0.0" |
| March | 66.4° | 40.2° | 53.3° | 4.57" | 0.2" |
| April | 75.4° | 48.3° | 61.9° | 3.07" | 0.0" |
| May | 82.8° | 57.8° | 70.3° | 3.49" | 0.0" |
| June | 89.3° | 66.5° | 77.9° | 4.18" | 0.0" |
| July | 92.6° | 70.2° | 81.4° | 4.28" | 0.0" |
| August | 90.8° | 69.0° | 79.9° | 4.50" | 0.0" |
| September | 85.1° | 62.4° | 73.7° | 3.97" | 0.0" |
| October | 75.1° | 49.8° | 62.4° | 3.22" | 0.0" |
| November | 64.1° | 39.0° | 51.5° | 3.36" | 0.1" |
| December | 56.3° | 33.8° | 45.0° | 4.25" | 0.1" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saluda town | Town | 2.7 mi | — |
| Ward town | Town | 10.2 mi | — |
| Johnston town | Town | 10.9 mi | — |
| Ridge Spring town | Town | 13.2 mi | — |
| Monetta town | Town | 15.1 mi | — |
| Edgefield town | Town | 15.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 4508192990. • 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.