Charleston, South Carolina

US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates ยท 2022

SCMajor City

Charleston Demographics Overview

Total Population
149,960
ACS 2022 estimate
Median Household Income
$83,891
Annual household income
โ–ฒ 12% vs US avg
Median Home Value
$438,900
Owner-occupied homes
โ–ฒ 56% vs US avg
Median Gross Rent
$1,517
Monthly rent (incl. utilities)
โ–ฒ 30% vs US avg
Median Age
36.3 years
Median age of residents
โ–ผ 7% vs US avg

Income & Economy

Median Household Income
$83,891
US avg: $74,580
vs. National Median+12.5%

Housing

Median Home Value
$438,900
US avg: $281,900
Median Gross Rent
$1,517/mo
US avg: $1,163/mo
Rent vs. National Avg+30.4%

Population

Total Population149,960
Median Age
36.3 years
US avg: 38.9 yrs

Data Source

Data for Charleston comes from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, covering the period 2018โ€“2022.

The ACS 5-Year estimates provide the most reliable demographic statistics available, especially for smaller communities, by pooling 5 years of survey data.

Learn more about the ACS โ†’

Charleston, SC โ€” Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Charleston demographics

What is the population of Charleston, South Carolina?

According to the US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates (2022), the population of Charleston, South Carolina is 149,960.

What is the median household income in Charleston?

The median household income in Charleston, South Carolina is $83,891 per year, according to the 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates. The US national median household income is approximately $74,580.

What is the cost of living in Charleston?

Key cost indicators for Charleston, South Carolina:. Median home value: $438,900. Median gross rent: $1,517/month. Median household income: $83,891/year

What is the median home value in Charleston?

The median home value in Charleston, South Carolina is $438,900, compared to the national median of approximately $281,900.

What is the average age in Charleston?

The median age in Charleston, South Carolina is 36.3 years, compared to the US national median age of approximately 38.9 years.

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Charleston, SC Demographics - Population, Income & Housing (2022)