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County overview

Richland County

South Carolina - aging-in-place demographics, contractor density, and accessibility insights for Richland County.

Census ACS 5-year estimates

Who lives in Richland County

Population
416,161
Age 65+
13.4%
Median age
33.9
Owner-occupied
59.8%
With disability
13.9%
Median home value
$201,200
Median income
$59,850
Residents 65+
55,763
How Richland County compares

vs. the U.S. average

% age 65+
-18.8%
% owner-occupied
-7.7%
% with disability
+7.8%
Median household income
-20.4%
Median home value
-28.6%
Median age
-11.9%

Comparison computed from the latest American Community Survey 5-year estimates. A positive number means this county is higher than the national average; negative means lower.

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Aging-in-place in Richland County

Richland County is home to roughly 416,161 residents, of whom about 55,766 are age 65 or older - a senior share of 13.4%, well below the U.S. average. For families planning aging-in-place modifications here, that population density translates directly into a deep bench of local contractors familiar with the needs of older homeowners.

Roughly 59.8% of homes in Richland County are owner-occupied at a median home value of $201,200. That's an ownership rate close to the national average. Older homes in established neighborhoods can require careful planning for grab-bar anchoring, walk-in shower conversions, and doorway widening - all standard work for the aging-in-place specialists listed below.

About 13.9% of Richland County residents report a disability, a rate in line with national levels. Demand for accessibility-focused remodelers - bathroom safety upgrades, non-slip flooring, ADA toilet installations, and lowered countertops - reflects that local population, not a one-size-fits-all national average.