Workforce Composition

Median worker age: 37.9 (younger than SC average of 38.9 and U.S. of 38.5)

24% of workers under 29 (emerging workforce)

52% ages 30–54 (established career professionals)

42% of workers earn more than $3,333/month

Workforce diversity: 53% White, 41% Black/African American, 6% Other

Economy has shifted from manufacturing-dominated (33% in 2006) to service-based; educational services tripled from 10% to 30%

Where Workers Come From

• Darlington County: 51.4%

• Florence County: 10%

• Chesterfield County: 9.5%

• Plus Lee, Kershaw, Richland, and Sumter counties