South Carolina State Data
Connect with Your State Leaders 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.
Henry McMasterGovernorRepublicanThe state's chief executive who implements laws and manages the executive branch.
Mark HammondSecretary of StateRepublicanOversees statewide elections, business registrations, and key public records.
G. Murrell Smith Jr.Speaker of the HouseRepublicanLeads the lower chamber and controls the flow of legislation and committee assignments.
South Carolina Congressional Delegation — 119th Congress
South Carolina sends 2 Senators and 7 Representatives to the 119th Congress (2025-2027). 8 seats are up for election in 2026.
Lindsey GrahamU.S. SenateRepublicanWon 2020 with 54.4%Up in 2026
Tim ScottU.S. SenateRepublicanWon 2016 with 60.6%
Nancy MaceU.S. House • South Carolina U.S. House South Carolina District 1RepublicanWon 2024 with 58.2%Up in 2026
Joe WilsonU.S. House • South Carolina U.S. House South Carolina District 2RepublicanWon 2024 with 59.5%Up in 2026
Sheri BiggsU.S. House • South Carolina U.S. House South Carolina District 3RepublicanWon 2024 with 71.7%Up in 2026
William TimmonsU.S. House • South Carolina U.S. House South Carolina District 4RepublicanWon 2024 with 59.7%Up in 2026
Ralph NormanU.S. House • South Carolina U.S. House South Carolina District 5RepublicanWon 2024 with 63.5%Up in 2026
James ClyburnU.S. House • South Carolina U.S. House South Carolina District 6DemocraticWon 2024 with 59.5%Up in 2026
Russell FryU.S. House • South Carolina U.S. House South Carolina District 7RepublicanWon 2024 with 64.9%Up in 2026
2020 Census & ACS Snapshot
Key statewide indicators for South Carolina. Gauge bars show how this state compares to the national average.
Updated: 2026-04-06 · Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey
Population (2020)
5.2 million
Estimated total residents based on the 2020 Census.
Median Age
40.1 years
1.4 yr above national avg
Median Household Income
$66,818
$11,720 below national avg
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
31.5%
3.5% below national avg
HS diploma or higher: 89.6%
Poverty Rate
14.2%
1.8% above national avg
Uninsured: 10.0%
Broadband Access
86.8% of households
2.9% below national avg
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.
What is the median age in South Carolina?
The median age in South Carolina is 40.1 years. Compare districts on the demographics page.
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.
What share of adults in South Carolina have a high school or bachelor's degree?
In South Carolina, 89.6% of adults have a high school diploma or higher, and 31.5% have a bachelor's degree or higher.
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%.
How many households in South Carolina have broadband?
In South Carolina, broadband access is 86.8% of households. Share of households with a broadband subscription.
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South Carolina Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total population of South Carolina (2020)?
South Carolina has 5.2 million residents as of the 2020 Census.
What is the median age in South Carolina?
The median age in South Carolina is 40.1 years.
What is the median household income in South Carolina?
The median household income in South Carolina is $66,818.
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%.
How many households in South Carolina have broadband?
In South Carolina, broadband access is 86.8% of households.