Charleston city, SC — Population & Demographics
Charleston city, SC has a population of 152,014. The median household income is $90,038 and the median age is 36.1.
152,014
Population
$90,038
Median Income
$469,100
Median Home Value
36.1
Median Age
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 72.9% |
| Black or African American | 17.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$90,038
Median Household Income
$58,583
Per Capita Income
6.3%
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$469,100
Median Home Value
$1,632
Median Rent
55.6%
Owner-Occupied
Education
95.9%
High School+
57.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.9%
Drive Alone
17.6%
Work From Home
23.8 min
Avg Commute
Frequently Asked Questions
Charleston city, SC has a population of 152,014 according to Census ACS 2023 data.
The median household income in Charleston city, SC is $90,038, with 6.3% living below the poverty level.
The median home value in Charleston city, SC is $469,100, with median rent at $1,632.
Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.