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Orangeburg, South Carolina, in Orangeburg county, is 36 miles S of Columbia, South Carolina (center to center) and 120 miles S of Charlotte, North Carolina. The city is home to some 12,765 residents.
In Orangeburg, about 29% of adults are married. People in Orangeburg have space to make their own lives; many people there enjoy living in their own houses or apartments. The city somehow seems full of possibilities, with its large single population.
There are more females than males in Orangeburg than is typical.
In 2000, Orangeburg had a median family income of $37,008. Impressively, having a college education is normal in Orangeburg.
George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($7,450) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Orangeburg. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.
According to the 2000 census, 53% of the housing in Orangeburg was owner-occupied.
In Orangeburg, 90% of commuters drive to work. The relatively short commuting times in the city let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).
Orangeburg strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in South Carolina):
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| Short Commute Times (vs. State) | Top 5% |  |
| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. State) | Top 9% | |
| Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. Peers) | Top 12% | |
| College Educated Adults (vs. State) | Top 14% | |
| Affordability of Rents (vs. Peers) | Top 19% | |
Comparing Orangeburg to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in South Carolina (State):
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| Low Violent Crime | | |
| Low Property Crime | | |
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