Oakland, South Carolina
Quick Statistics
Oakland is a community in Sumter County, South Carolina, home to about 1,060 people spread across 0.7 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $56,081 a year, and a typical home is worth about $123,200. About 56.4% of adults hold a college degree, and 90.3% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 14 percent over the past decade.
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Among the South Carolina towns GeoStat tracks, Oakland ranks number 265 of 474 in population, number 119 in median household income, number 283 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Oakland typically top out near 90°F in July, while January nights average about 33°F. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Stateburg, SC | 2.0 mi. | 2,027 |
| 2. | Cherryvale, SC | 3.5 mi. | 2,611 |
| 3. | Dalzell, SC | 4.2 mi. | 2,946 |
| 4. | Sumter, SC | 6.7 mi. | 43,053 |
| 5. | Cane Savannah, SC | 7.4 mi. | 1,551 |
| 6. | Wedgefield, SC | 7.6 mi. | 1,968 |
| 7. | Rembert, SC | 8.1 mi. | 144 |
| 8. | Mulberry, SC | 9.8 mi. | 474 |
What is the population of Oakland, South Carolina?
Oakland has a population of about 1,060 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Oakland, South Carolina in?
Oakland is located in Sumter County, South Carolina.
What is the median home value in Oakland, South Carolina?
The median home value in Oakland is about $123,200, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Oakland, South Carolina?
The median personal income in Oakland is about $56,081 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Oakland, South Carolina?
Since 1950, 28 tornadoes have been recorded in Sumter County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Oakland, South Carolina?
Typical July highs run about 90 degrees and January lows about 33 degrees. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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