Cayce city, South Carolina Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Cayce city, South Carolina Demographics
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As of 2026, Cayce city, South Carolina has a total population of 13,718, the 45th largest city in South Carolina, with a median household income of $58,095, which is 13% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.8%.

Cayce city Quick Facts

Population 13,718

Median Household Income $58,095

Median Home Value $158,900

Poverty Rate 17.8%

Unemployment Rate 5.3%

Median Age 36.9 years

Homeownership Rate 59.1%

Affordability Ratio 2.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 30.5%

High School Graduation Rate 94.4%

Diversity Index 58/100

Population 13,718 45th of 475

Median Income $58,095 above average

Poverty Rate 17.8% 43% higher national

Median Home Value $158,900 average

How Cayce city Compares

Median Household Income

Cayce city

$58,095

$66,818

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Cayce city

$158,900

$236,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 16.6%

$25K-$50K 26.6%

$50K-$100K 33.1%

$100K+ 23.7%

Employment

5.3% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0% | National: 5.2%

66.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 59.1%

Renter 40.9%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

17.2%

18-34

30.6%

35-54

20.1%

55-74

24.4%

75+

7.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 54 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Cayce city Rankings in South Carolina

#45 Population of 475

#158 Median Income of 475

#103 Education of 475

#208 Home Value of 475

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Cities Similar to Cayce city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Beaufort city	13,660	$59,454	$310,400	38.1%	18.0%
Port Royal town	15,047	$70,330	$298,000	37.3%	10.7%
Gantt CDP	15,057	$47,265	$156,200	18.9%	25.5%
Seven Oaks CDP	15,990	$64,003	$195,900	41.6%	9.8%
Red Hill CDP	16,480	$62,132	$223,900	23.3%	22.6%

Population Overview

Cayce city is a small city located in South Carolina. The total population is 13,718. It ranks as the 45th most populous out of 475 cities and towns in South Carolina.

Age Demographics

The median age in Cayce city is 36.9 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 40.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Cayce city is $58,095. This is 13% lower than the state median of $66,818. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 26% lower. The poverty rate stands at 17.8%. This is 26% higher than the state poverty rate of 14.2%. The unemployment rate is 5.3%. This is 7% higher than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $158,900. Housing costs are 33% lower than the state median of $236,700. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Cayce city is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 59.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% lower than the state average of 71.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Cayce city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 58.0% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 26.7%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (3.2% vs 1.7%).

Education

30.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 3% lower than the state rate of 31.5%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 94.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Cayce city, South Carolina is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against South Carolina state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 475 Census-designated places in South Carolina. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Cayce city, South Carolina?

Cayce city, South Carolina has a population of 13,718 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Cayce city, SC?

The median household income in Cayce city is $58,095, which is 26% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Cayce city, SC?

The poverty rate in Cayce city is 17.8%. This means approximately 2,436 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Cayce city, South Carolina?

Cayce city's population is 58.0% White, 26.7% Black, 9.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.2% Asian.

What is the median home value in Cayce city, SC?

The median home value in Cayce city is $158,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.

How educated is Cayce city, South Carolina?

30.5% of adults (25+) in Cayce city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.