Oconee County's 2026 population is estimated at 84,371, reflecting a 1.14% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Oconee County is the 17th largest county in South Carolina. The 2010 population was 74,349 and has grown 13.48% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 47.3 years
Female: 48.5 years
Male: 46.2 years
There are 65,095 adults, (20,015 of whom are seniors) in Oconee County.
Female: 40,668 (50.5%)
Male: 39,801 (49.5%)
The racial composition of Oconee County includes 84.18% White, 5.33% Black or African American, 3.11% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 67,741 | 84.18% |
| Two or more races | 4,972 | 6.18% |
| Black or African American | 4,291 | 5.33% |
| Other race | 2,502 | 3.11% |
| Asian | 575 | 0.71% |
| Native American | 358 | 0.44% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 30 | 0.04% |
Oconee County 's average per capita income is $45,819. Household income levels show a median of $62,388. The poverty rate stands at 17.57%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $93,302 | - |
| Families | $80,443 | $108,245 |
| Households | $62,388 | $91,233 |
| Non Families | $33,803 | $49,452 |
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