South Carolina Census Data (2020)
Key statewide indicators for South Carolina from the 2020 Census: population, median age, median household income, education attainment, poverty & uninsured rates, and broadband access.
Updated: 2025-08-23
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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
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.