County · South Carolina
Clarendon County, South Carolina
Clarendon County, South Carolina. Clarendon County had 31,043 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 0.3% since 2020, while South Carolina grew 8.8%. It holds 8 places (4 cities, villages and boroughs and 4 census-designated) and 12 census tracts. GEOID 45027.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
31,043
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 31,144 · ACS 2020-2024: 30,986
Median household income
$52,401
±$3,951 (90% margin)
South Carolina: $69,324
Median home value
$158,000
±$8,169 (90% margin)
South Carolina: $259,000
Median gross rent
$763
±$39 (90% margin)
South Carolina: $1,180
How many people live in Clarendon County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 31,144 residents in Clarendon County. The Census Bureau estimates 31,043 for July 1, 2025, down 0.3% since 2020, while South Carolina grew 8.8%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 30,986 over 607 square miles of land.
| Measure | Clarendon County | South Carolina | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 30,986 | 5,296,225 | −2,971 |
| Households | 12,356±320 | 2,117,989 | −805 |
| Average household size | 2.40±0.06 | 2.44 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 16,089±46 | 2,443,039 | −1,751 |
Clarendon County's population since 2000
From 32,502 in 2000 to 31,043 in 2025: down 4.5%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Clarendon County?
Clarendon County holds 8 places: 4 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 4 census-designated places. The largest is Manning with 3,829 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Manning | 3,878 | $28,569 |
|---|---|---|
| Wyboo | 3,661 | $59,074 |
| Summerton | 814 | $40,469 |
| Turbeville | 760 | $50,268 |
| North SanteeGEOID 4551367 | 749 | $46,328 |
| AlcoluGEOID 4500775 | 402 | not published |
| Paxville | 232 | $58,958 |
| ForestonGEOID 4526485 | 159 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Clarendon County?
The median resident of Clarendon County is 45.9 years old; 18.2% are under 18 and 24.9% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 49.3%, then non-Hispanic Black residents at 44.1%. 1.9% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Clarendon County | South Carolina | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 45.9±0.4 | 40.2 | +0.8 |
| Under 18 years | 18.2%±0.2 pts | 21.4% | – |
| 65 years and over | 24.9%±0.2 pts | 18.9% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.2% | 7.4% | +0.1 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 49.3%±0.2 pts | 61.9% | +1.6 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 44.1%±0.8 pts | 24.6% | −3.1 pts |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.8%±0.1 pts | 1.7% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.1 pts | 0.2% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 2.3%±0.8 pts | 3.7% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.5% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 1.9%±0.4 pts | 5.8% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 3.3%±0.5 pts | 8.4% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 7.0%±0.9 pts | 8.3% | – |
| With a disability | 16.6%±1.5 pts | 14.6% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 9.0%±1.5 pts | 9.6% | −1.9 pts |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 84.3%±1.7 pts | 90.1% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 18.2%±2.0 pts | 32.1% | +3.1 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 6.1%±1.0 pts | 12.3% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 2.4%±0.8 pts | 3.7% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Clarendon County earn?
Half of Clarendon County's 12,356 households earn less than $52,401 a year (±$3,951), against $69,324 in South Carolina. In 2015-2019 it was $50,335 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Clarendon County | South Carolina | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $52,401±$3,951 | $69,324 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $70,670±$3,830 | $95,567 | – |
| Per capita income | $29,295±$1,572 | $39,236 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 15.4%±1.9 pts | 14.1% | −7.5 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 19.0%±4.7 pts | 19.4% | −17.0 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 17.1%±2.1 pts | 10.5% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 85.9%±1.9 pts | 88.8% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Clarendon County?
Owners occupy 72.9% of Clarendon County's occupied homes and renters 27.1%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $158,000 by its owner (±$8,169). The median renter pays $763 a month including utilities, and 41.5% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Clarendon County | South Carolina | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $158,000±$8,169 | $259,000 | +$32,469 |
| Median gross rent | $763±$39 | $1,180 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 41.5%±7.7 pts | 42.8% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,267±$70 | $1,529 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 72.9%±2.5 pts | 71.9% | −4.1 pts |
| Housing units | 16,089±46 | 2,443,039 | −1,751 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.4%±0.4 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 3.9%±2.9 pts | 8.3% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 58.3%±2.7 pts | 64.5% | – |
| Mobile homes | 34.2%±2.7 pts | 14.2% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.8%±0.7 pts | 3.7% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 2.6%±0.9 pts | 3.6% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Clarendon County building?
Builders took permits for 114 new housing units across Clarendon County in 2025 (114 single-family), 3.7 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Clarendon County get to work?
81.2% of Clarendon County's workers drive alone and 6.5% work from home. The average trip to work takes 31.0 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 6.8%.
| Measure | Clarendon County | South Carolina | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 48.6%±1.9 pts | 60.5% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 6.8%±1.5 pts | 4.9% | −4.7 pts |
| Drove alone to work | 81.2%±2.7 pts | 76.3% | – |
| Carpooled | 9.2%±2.0 pts | 8.5% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.1%±0.2 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Walked | 1.5%±0.9 pts | 1.6% | – |
| Worked from home | 6.5%±1.7 pts | 11.5% | +2.8 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 31.0 min±1.9 | 25.6 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Clarendon County's census tracts?
Clarendon County is divided into 12 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $27,399 (Tract 9605) to $76,208 (Tract 9601).
| Tract 960145027960100 | 3,416±374 | $76,208 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 9602.0145027960201 | 1,611±252 | $64,286 |
| Tract 960345027960300 | 2,120±339 | $66,625 |
| Tract 960445027960400 | 2,320±290 | $60,096 |
| Tract 960545027960500 | 4,356±569 | $27,399 |
| Tract 960645027960600 | 2,470±301 | $52,014 |
| Tract 9607.0145027960701 | 3,407±418 | $55,995 |
| Tract 9607.0245027960702 | 1,090±275 | $48,875 |
| Tract 9607.0345027960703 | 3,412±292 | $59,306 |
| Tract 9608.0145027960801 | 2,861±285 | $45,655 |
| Tract 9608.0245027960802 | 2,815±513 | $60,411 |
| Tract 980045027980000 | 1,108±43 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Clarendon County compare with South Carolina's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 30th of 46 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 34th of 46 |
| Residents per square mile | 32nd of 46 |
| Median household income | 29th of 46 |
| Median home value | 31st of 46 |
| Median gross rent | 38th of 46 |
| Poverty rate | 30th of 46 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 31st of 46 |
| Median age | 8th of 46 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
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