Living in Clemson University, South Carolina
Cost of living, income, home prices, rent and demographics of Clemson University · Census data 2020–2024
Clemson University has 7,015 residents with a median age of 19.2. .
Clemson University at a glance
- Population
- 7,015
- Median age
- 19.2State: 40.2
- Homeowners
- 0%
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 100%
- Average commute
- 14 min
Is Clemson University a good place to live?
Pros: An average commute of 14 minutes.
Cons: Unemployment of 15%; a poverty rate of 74.7%.
The weather is best in April–May and September–October.
Housing in Clemson University: homes for sale and rent
- Housing units
- 54
- Owner-occupied
- 0%
- Renter-occupied
- 100%
- Vacant
- 53.7%Includes seasonal homes
- Median year built
- 1961
- Average household size
- 3.80
53.7% of homes are vacant most of the year, a sign that Clemson University has many vacation and second homes.
Clemson University demographics
- Population
- 7,015
- Median age
- 19.2
- Under 18
- 1.1%
- 65 and older
- 0%
- Households
- 25
- Foreign-born
- 0.1%
- Veterans
- 0.3%Adults 18+
Hispanic or Latino can be of any race. Population history of Clemson University ›
Education in Clemson University
100% of adults 25 and older in Clemson University have a bachelor's degree or higher (South Carolina: 32.1%), and 100% have a graduate or professional degree.
Jobs and commute in Clemson University
- Unemployment rate
- 15%State: 4.9%
- Average commute
- 14 minState: 26 min
- Work from home
- 10.3%
- Drive alone
- 55%
- Public transit
- 0%
- Walk to work
- 27.5%
- Homes with broadband
- 0%
Clemson University vs nearby towns
| Town | Population | Median income | Home value | Rent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clemson University | 7,015 | — | — | — |
| Clemson | 18,072 | $49,520 | $398,400 | $1,007 |
| Pendleton | 3,594 | $61,901 | $250,500 | $1,034 |
| Central | 5,320 | $60,258 | $256,600 | $876 |
| Utica | 1,339 | $55,179 | $145,400 | $1,073 |
| Newry | 412 | $45,407 | $303,400 | — |
| Sandy Springs | 1,105 | $70,833 | $309,700 | $976 |
| Seneca | 8,993 | $52,022 | $240,000 | $807 |
| Norris | 784 | $50,750 | $183,100 | $913 |
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Is Clemson University, SC a good place to live?
Pluses: an average commute of 14 minutes. Minuses: unemployment of 15%; a poverty rate of 74.7%.
What is the median age in Clemson University?
The median age in Clemson University is 19.2 years (South Carolina: 40.2).
How long is the commute in Clemson University?
The average commute to work in Clemson University is 14 minutes; 10.3% of workers work from home.
What is the unemployment rate in Clemson University?
The unemployment rate in Clemson University is 15% (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).
How educated is Clemson University?
100% of adults in Clemson University have a bachelor's degree or higher.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024 (margins of error apply, especially in small towns). Figures are in 2024 dollars.
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