Region

Richland County

Richland County Workforce Metrics

418,482
Population Estimate (2018)
Unemployment Rate (2018)
Average Annual Wage (2018, Private Sector Only)
Average Annual Wage Change (2010-2018, Private Sector Only)

Top Private Sector Employers

Company Industry / Product Employees
Prisma Health Health Care - Health care network 15,000
BlueCross BlueShield of SC Corporate Operations - Health insurance, Headquarters 6,585
AT&T South Carolina Financial Services - Telecommunications, Customer service center 2,100
First Citizens Bank & Trust Company Financial Services - Commercial banking, Back office 1,784
Providence Hospital Health Care - Hospital, Full service 1,625
Richland Map

Quality of Life

Columbia City Ballet

Columbia City Ballet

Since Columbia City Ballet’s founding in 1961, it has integrated the world of dance within the lives of the region. Reaching more than 51,000 people in a season with more than 80 major performances each year, the Ballet is a local favorite for both children and adults.

Three Rivers Greenway

Three Rivers Greenway

Where the Broad, Saluda, and Congaree Rivers meet, there’s the Three Rivers Greenway, a 9.5-mile series of riverfront pathways which includes lighted trails and boardwalks, outdoor amphitheaters, and breathtaking views of downtown Columbia.

Columbia Fireflies

Columbia Fireflies

Columbia’s only professional baseball team, the Columbia Fireflies are a Minor League Baseball team that is a Class-A affiliate of the New York Mets. Playing in Segra Park, this exciting atmosphere features a berm, children’s playground as well as luxury suites and lounges.

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