Learn the Stats

Illustration of state of SC in dark teal with various disability employment statistics. Statistics provided in the caption.

This illustration of the state of South Carolina features important facts surrounding why the Hire Me SC campaign exists. Statistics include:

1,102 individuals with disabilities in South Carolina are in work settings where they may earn less than $1 per hour.

South Carolina’s unemployment rate for people with disabilities is one of the highest in the country.

There are 1.1 Million individuals with disabilities living in South Carolina.

In 2021, the employment gap between those with disabilities compared to those without was 39.5%.

35.8% of people with disabilities in South Carolina are employed, while 75.3% of people without disabilities in South Carolina are employed