Cherokee County puts site selectors within reach of a labor pool exceeding 900,000 workers — drawn from the I-85 corridor between Charlotte and Greenville-Spartanburg.
Cherokee County, situated just off I-85 between Charlotte, NC and Greenville/Spartanburg, two of the nation’s fastest-growing metropolitan areas, has a thriving and profitable economy and an abundance of natural and manufactured resources. Home to a highly diversified industrial base that includes companies such as Freightliner and Nestle, Cherokee County offers an abundant and educated workforce, a high standard of living, and a superb quality of life. Add in a general pro-business attitude, a positive work ethic, customized training by South Carolina’s readySC schools, and easy access to transportation routes, and it’s easy to see why Cherokee County is the perfect choice for business establishment, relocation, or expansion.
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population (2024) | 57,307 |
| Total Households (2024) | 22,635 |
| Median Age (2024) | 39.8 |
Source: ESRI Business Analyst
| Age Group | % of Population |
|---|---|
| Under Age 5 | 5.7% |
| Age 5 to 9 | 6.1% |
| Age 10 to 14 | 6.8% |
| Age 15 to 24 | 13.8% |
| Age 25 to 34 | 12.4% |
| Age 35 to 44 | 11.1% |
| Age 45 to 54 | 12.4% |
| Age 55 to 64 | 14.1% |
| Age 65 to 74 | 12.7% |
| Age 75 to 84 | 5.2% |
| Age 85+ | 1.5% |
Source: 2020 Census profile
| Year | Median Household Income | Per Capita Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $48,155 | $54,291 |
| 2029 (Projected) | $27,309 | $31,480 |
| Year | Median Household Income | Per Capita Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | $33,630 | $18,525 |
| 2021 (Projected) | $37,116 | $20,178 |
Source: ESRI Business Analyst
| Company | Employment |
|---|---|
| Freightliner | 1,100 |
| Nestlé | 1,100 |
| Milliken | 810 |
| Brown Packing | 600 |
| Dollar Tree | 600 |
