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Population Review

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

White72.9%
Black or African American17.4%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.2%
Two or More Races0.1%

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.