Berkeley County, South Carolina Demographics 2026
Berkeley County, South Carolina has a population of 246,802, the 8th most populous county in South Carolina. The median household income is $84,358 and the median home value is $310,300. The poverty rate is 9.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Berkeley County Quick Facts
How Berkeley County Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 238,723 | 246,802 | +3.4% |
| Median household income | $82,327 | $84,358 | +2.5% |
| Median home value | $280,300 | $310,300 | +10.7% |
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 55 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Berkeley County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goose Creek | 48,078 | $88,178 | 6.5% | $306,000 |
| Hanahan | 21,452 | $87,984 | 11.7% | $374,800 |
| Moncks Corner | 15,485 | $91,500 | 8.3% | $333,200 |
| Sangaree | 8,681 | $77,673 | 15.4% | $251,800 |
| Pimlico | 1,765 | $137,070 | 4.8% | $414,100 |
| Bonneau Beach | 1,516 | $60,865 | 13.7% | $253,800 |
| St. Stephen | 1,462 | $65,370 | 16.5% | $100,000 |
| Pinopolis | 854 | $122,530 | 0.0% | $416,800 |
| Bonneau | 581 | $47,604 | 32.5% | $245,900 |
| Russellville | 392 | N/A | 36.0% | $94,800 |
| Jamestown | 62 | N/A | 1.6% | N/A |
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Population Overview
Berkeley County is located in South Carolina with a total population of 246,802. It is the 8th most populous county out of 46 in South Carolina. The county encompasses 11 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Berkeley County is 36.9 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Berkeley County is $84,358. This is 22% higher than the state median of $69,324. It is also 4% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.9%. This is 29% lower than the state poverty rate of 14.1%. The unemployment rate is 3.2%. This is 35% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $310,300. Housing costs are 20% higher than the state median of $259,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x. 74.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% higher than the state average of 71.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Berkeley County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 60.1% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 22.7%.
Education
31.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 4% lower than the state rate of 32.1%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Berkeley County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against South Carolina and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Berkeley County, South Carolina?
Berkeley County has a population of 246,802, making it the 8th most populous county in South Carolina.
What is the median income in Berkeley County?
The median household income in Berkeley County is $84,358 with a poverty rate of 9.9%.
How many cities are in Berkeley County, South Carolina?
Berkeley County contains 11 Census-designated places.