South Carolina State Data
State leadership in South Carolina
Meet the key players in South Carolina's state government, including the most prominent elected officials from the executive and legislative branches. These leaders oversee elections, enforce laws, manage state finances, and set the policy agenda for South Carolina.
Key executive branch officials
- GovernorHenry McMaster (R) - The state's chief executive who implements laws and manages the executive branch.
- Secretary of StateMark Hammond (R) - Oversees statewide elections, business registrations, and key public records.
Key legislative branch officials
- Speaker of the HouseG. Murrell Smith Jr. (R) - Leads the lower chamber and controls the flow of legislation and committee assignments.
2020 Census Data Shown
Key statewide indicators for South Carolina from the 2020 Census: population, median age, median household income, education attainment, poverty and uninsured rates, and broadband access.
Updated: 2025-09-02
Population in South Carolina (2020): 5.2 million residents
What is the total population of South Carolina?
South Carolina has 5.2 million residents as of the 2020 Census. Explore district-level demographics or find your representatives.
Total Population
Estimated total residents based on the 2020 Census.
Median age in South Carolina: 40.1 years
What is the median age in South Carolina?
The median age in South Carolina is 40.1 years. Compare districts on the demographics page.
Median Age
Half of residents are younger, half older than this age.
Median household income in South Carolina: $66,818
What is the median household income in South Carolina?
The median household income in South Carolina is $66,818. See how income varies by district on district demographics.
Median Household Income
Midpoint of household income distribution (in dollars).
Education in South Carolina: HS or higher 12.0%; bachelor's or higher 31.5%
What share of adults in South Carolina have a high school or bachelor's degree?
In South Carolina, 12.0% of adults have a high school diploma or higher, and 31.5% have a bachelor's degree or higher.
Education Levels
Share of adults 25+ with at least a high school diploma or a bachelor's degree.
Poverty and uninsured in South Carolina: poverty 14.2%; uninsured 10.0%
What are the poverty and uninsured rates in South Carolina?
In South Carolina, the poverty rate is 14.2% and the uninsured rate is 10.0%.
Poverty & Uninsured
Percent of people below the federal poverty line and the share without health insurance.
Broadband in South Carolina: 2,070,390 subscriptions
How many households in South Carolina have broadband?
In South Carolina, broadband access is 2,070,390 subscriptions. Number of broadband subscriptions reported.
Broadband
Number of broadband subscriptions reported.
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