RANK #667 / 996 · POP 295,934 · SC
PROJECTED GROWTH: +0.2%
Lexington County, South Carolina, is often recognized by locals for Lake Murray, a large reservoir offering 500 miles of shoreline and 50,000 acres of water for recreation like boating, fishing, and waterskiing. Situated in the Midlands region, it is part of the Columbia metropolitan area, with the town of Lexington serving as the county seat. Commutes to downtown Columbia typically take 22–30 minutes via I-20 East, though Highway 378 offers an alternative for other destinations. The county presents a blend of urban, suburban, and rural landscapes, with significant urbanization in its eastern and northeastern areas. Numerous parks, such as Virginia Hylton Park and Gibson Pond Park, provide additional outdoor amenities.
Life in Lexington County appeals to families and professionals, with public schools generally performing above average. The economy is experiencing growth, attracting investment in sectors like manufacturing, energy, and commercial and residential development. This expansion is supported by the county's central location in South Carolina, offering access to major interstates and proximity to the Port of Charleston. While public transportation exists through a regional bus system, personal vehicles remain the primary mode of transit.
Well below national median
Moderate climate & terrain
Housing looks undervalued at 3.9x — home prices are low relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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Solar Energy Farm Portfolio (3 sites)
Undisclosed Solar Energy Farm Developer
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$180M | Planned |
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New Housing Development (624 homes)
Undisclosed Developer
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$150M | Proposed |
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Nephron Nitrile Expansion
Nephron Nitrile
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$100M | Planned |
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Gunsight Solar, LLC
Gunsight Solar, LLC
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$75M | Operating |
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Allora Solar, LLC
Allora Solar, LLC
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$75M | Operating |
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FedEx Ground Distribution Facility
FedEx Ground / Scannell Properties
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$50M | Under Construction |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
Bars show percentile rank among all 996 counties.
Lexington County has a Boom Town Index score of 33/100, ranking #667 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +1.9% and a median household income of $71,280, it faces some economic headwinds compared to faster-growing counties.
The median home value in Lexington County is $197,600 with median rent at $1,061/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.3607, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +1.4% year-over-year. Job growth: +1.9%. Home values changed +0.0% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 3.5% of Lexington County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.