Campobello, South Carolina Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Campobello, South Carolina had a total population of 776, the 298th largest town in South Carolina, with a median household income of $86,875, which is 25% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.3%.
Campobello Quick Facts
How Campobello 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 | 888 | 776 | -12.6% |
| Median household income | $84,063 | $86,875 | +3.3% |
| Median home value | $236,900 | $271,800 | +14.7% |
How Campobello Compares
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 less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 55 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Campobello Rankings in South Carolina
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Other Cities in Spartanburg County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spartanburg | 38,910 | $51,964 | 23.8% | $203,700 |
| Boiling Springs | 12,936 | $72,068 | 9.9% | $244,400 |
| Valley Falls | 8,239 | $55,661 | 22.2% | $256,600 |
| Lyman | 6,547 | $75,653 | 6.1% | $277,600 |
| Woodruff | 4,538 | $70,959 | 14.2% | $204,800 |
| Duncan | 4,310 | $52,500 | 12.4% | $211,400 |
| Saxon | 4,085 | $32,292 | 45.8% | $90,000 |
| Southern Shops | 3,797 | $37,754 | 43.3% | $109,600 |
| Whitney | 3,685 | $51,275 | 17.6% | $157,400 |
| Wellford | 3,515 | $57,338 | 16.2% | $223,000 |
Cities Similar to Campobello
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bucksport | 747 | N/A | $186,300 | 21.5% | 15.8% |
| Fair Play | 757 | $82,083 | $222,500 | 25.7% | 31.3% |
| Cash | 754 | $97,115 | $96,500 | 22.8% | 14.1% |
| Gilbert | 751 | $78,250 | $232,700 | 26.0% | 3.2% |
| Cateechee | 850 | N/A | $171,900 | 9.1% | 1.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 776, Campobello's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Campobello is a small community located in South Carolina, within Spartanburg County. The total population is 776. It ranks as the 298th most populous out of 474 Census-designated places in South Carolina.
Age Demographics
The median age in Campobello is 37.8 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Campobello is $86,875. This is 25% higher than the state median of $69,324. It is also 8% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.7%. This is 24% lower than the state poverty rate of 14.1%. The unemployment rate is 1.3%. This is 74% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $271,800. Housing costs are 5% higher than the state median of $259,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 77.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 71.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Campobello has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.1%. The Black or African American population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 24.6%. The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 1.8%.
Education
20.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 35% 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 94.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Campobello, South Carolina is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against South Carolina state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 474 Census-designated places in South Carolina. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Campobello, South Carolina?
Campobello, South Carolina has a population of 776 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Campobello, SC?
The median household income in Campobello is $86,875, which is 8% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Campobello, SC?
The poverty rate in Campobello is 10.7%. This means approximately 81 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Campobello, South Carolina?
Campobello's population is 90.5% White, 0.8% Black, 5.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Campobello, SC?
The median home value in Campobello is $271,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Campobello, South Carolina?
20.8% of adults (25+) in Campobello hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.