Booming economy spurs county population growth

Posted 12/27/18

Can you believe Lexington County is growing by 1,000 residents a month? Good schools, job opportunities and other amenities have made the county one of SC’s fastest growing. This year’s estimated …

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Booming economy spurs county population growth

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Can you believe Lexington County is growing by 1,000 residents a month? Good schools, job opportunities and other amenities have made the county one of SC’s fastest growing. This year’s estimated population reached 290,642 and may exceed 300,000 in 2019. Local salaries are rising, inflation is under 2%, and unemployment reached 2%, the lowest in 20 years. With growth comes problems, especially traffic congestion and demands on schools, water, sewer and other tax-provided services. Expect a new push for impact fees and

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