Boiling Springs, South Carolina Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Boiling Springs, South Carolina is 12,609 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 50th-largest city in South Carolina. The median household income is $79,798, the median home value is $230,000, and the median age is 33.9.
12,609
Population
1844
People / sq mi
$79,798
Median Income
$230,000
Median Home Value
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Boiling Springs covers 6.8 sq mi of land at 1844 people per square mile.
About Boiling Springs, SC
Boiling Springs skews on age — the median resident is 33.9, younger than the national median. Boiling Springs is a city in South Carolina with a population of 12,609. It ranks #50 among cities in South Carolina by population.
The typical household here earns about $79,798, near the US median of $78,538. About 6.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $230,000, with typical rent around $1,267.
Roughly 29.9% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. About 9.8% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 69.1% |
| Black or African American | 16.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$79,798
Median Household Income
$37,642
Per Capita Income
6.4%
Poverty Rate
2.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$230,000
Median Home Value
$1,267
Median Rent
76.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
92.4%
High School+
29.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
78.6%
Public Transit
9.8%
Work From Home
27.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
28.8%
Foreign Born
82.7%
Non-English at Home
8.4%
Veterans
14.5%
With Disability
95.2%
Health Insurance
94.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Manufacturing | 23.8% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 23.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.6% |
| Retail Trade | 8.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.4% |
| Construction | 4.8% |
| Information | 4.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.2% |
| Public Administration | 3.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Boiling Springs, South Carolina has a population of 12,609 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 50th-largest city in South Carolina.
The median household income in Boiling Springs, South Carolina is $79,798, with 6.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Boiling Springs, South Carolina is $230,000, with median monthly rent at $1,267 and a homeownership rate of 76.0%.
The median age in Boiling Springs, South Carolina is 33.9 years. The population is 46.5% male and 53.5% female.
Boiling Springs Cdp, SC Climate
Boiling Springs Cdp, SC has an average annual temperature of 15.3°C (60°F) and receives about 1321 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
15.3°C
Avg Temp
1321
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 4° / 40° | 111 mm |
| February | 6° / 44° | 111 mm |
| March | 11° / 51° | 136 mm |
| April | 15° / 59° | 91 mm |
| May | 20° / 67° | 116 mm |
| June | 24° / 75° | 112 mm |
| July | 26° / 78° | 118 mm |
| August | 25° / 77° | 110 mm |
| September | 22° / 71° | 103 mm |
| October | 16° / 60° | 110 mm |
| November | 10° / 51° | 98 mm |
| December | 6° / 43° | 105 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Boiling Springs Cdp, SC
The most comfortable months to visit Boiling Springs Cdp, SC are typically September, May and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near -2°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.