York County, South Carolina Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 7th-largest in South Carolina

The population of York County, South Carolina is 288,559 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 7th-largest county in South Carolina. The median household income is $83,060, the median home value is $322,700, and the median age is 39.4.

The population of York County has grown 33.6% since 2010 (226,871 → 303,001), a +2.09% annualized rate.

York County within South Carolina · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

288,559

Population

+2.09%

Annual growth

424

People / sq mi

$83,060

Median Income

$322,700

Median Home Value

York County covers 681 sq mi of land at 424.0 people per square mile.

About York County, SC

York County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 57.5% of the population. With 288,559 residents, York County is a county in South Carolina. That makes it one of the ten largest counties in South Carolina in the country, at #7 by population.

The typical household earns $83,060 a year, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 6.0%, is on the lower side for US counties and below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $322,700, with typical rent around $1,304.

Degree attainment is near the top of the range for US counties: 38.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s, above the 35.0% national rate. Working from home is common here: 15.1% of workers do so, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.

The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in York County, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.

York County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of York County had a population of 226,871 in 2010 and 303,001 in 2024, a 33.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 303,001 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.09%.

York County population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

303,001

Population (2024)

226,871

Population (2010)

303,001

Peak (2024)

2.09%

Avg Annual Growth

Year	Population	Change	Annual %	Source
2010	226,871	-	-	estimate
2011	230,131	+3,260	+1.44%	estimate
2012	234,151	+4,020	+1.75%	estimate
2013	238,736	+4,585	+1.96%	estimate
2014	244,661	+5,925	+2.48%	estimate
2015	250,785	+6,124	+2.50%	estimate
2016	258,140	+7,355	+2.93%	estimate
2017	266,502	+8,362	+3.24%	estimate
2018	274,188	+7,686	+2.88%	estimate
2019	281,499	+7,311	+2.67%	estimate
2020	283,862	+2,363	+0.84%	estimate
2021	289,071	+5,209	+1.84%	estimate
2022	294,057	+4,986	+1.72%	estimate
2023	298,375	+4,318	+1.47%	estimate
2024	303,001	+4,626	+1.55%	estimate

Race & Ethnicity

White	69.5%
Black or African American	18.7%
Asian	0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)	1.5%
Two or More Races	0.0%

Age & Sex

39.4

Median Age

51.4%

Female

48.6%

Male

15.0%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5

5.6%

5–9

6.9%

10–14

7.1%

15–19

6.8%

20–24

5.6%

25–34

12.1%

35–44

14.4%

45–54

13.9%

55–59

6.3%

60–64

6.3%

65–74

9.4%

75–84

4.4%

85+

1.2%

Children (under 15): 19.6% · Seniors (65+): 15.0%

Income & Poverty

Median household income	$83,060+$16,242 vs state
Mean household income	$110,350
Per-capita income	$43,442
Poverty rate	6.0%-4.1% vs state
Unemployment rate	3.0%
Employment-to-population	63.6%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services

19.2%

Manufacturing

12.7%

Finance & real estate

12.3%

Information

9.9%

Education & health care

8.1%

Retail trade

6.6%

Construction

6.3%

Arts, entertainment & food

5.2%

The largest employment sector in York County is professional & business services, accounting for 19.2% of workers.

How residents commute

0.4%

Drive alone

1.3%

Carpool

74.8%

Public transit

15.1%

Work from home

27.4 min

Avg commute

Housing

$322,700+$86,000 vs state

Median home value

$1,304

Median rent

73.4%

Homeownership rate

118,063

Total housing units

94.5%

Occupied

5.5%

Vacant

26.6%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

91.8%

With health insurance

96.3%

With broadband internet

57.5%

Foreign-born

7.8%

Veterans (18+)

10.5%

With a disability

91.7%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

92.5%

High School+

38.1%

Bachelor's+

Largest cities in South Carolina

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Other counties in South Carolina

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Part of South Carolina

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Frequently Asked Questions

York County, South Carolina has a population of 288,559 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 7th-largest county in South Carolina. Population density is 424 people per square mile.

The population of York County has grown 33.6% since 2010 (226,871 → 303,001), a +2.09% annualized rate.

The median household income in York County, South Carolina is $83,060, with mean (average) household income of $110,350 and per-capita income of $43,442. 6.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In York County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (69.5%), Black or African American (18.7%), Hispanic or Latino (1.5%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in York County, South Carolina is 39.4 years. Residents are 51.4% female and 48.6% male.

The median home value in York County is $322,700 and median monthly rent is $1,304. 73.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 118,063 total housing units, 5.5% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in York County, South Carolina is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 19.2% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.0%.

Charleston is among the largest cities associated with York County, South Carolina, with a population of 152,014.