Chapin town, South Carolina Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Chapin town, South Carolina Demographics
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As of 2026, Chapin town, South Carolina has a total population of 1,410, the 233rd largest city in South Carolina, with a median household income of $77,632, which is 16% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.2%.

Chapin town Quick Facts

Population 1,410

Median Household Income $77,632

Median Home Value $200,400

Poverty Rate 5.2%

Unemployment Rate 2.7%

Median Age 42.7 years

Homeownership Rate 86.7%

Affordability Ratio 2.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 29.6%

High School Graduation Rate 93.0%

Diversity Index 46/100

Population 1,410 233rd of 475

Median Income $77,632 top 20%

Poverty Rate 5.2% 58% lower national

Median Home Value $200,400 above average

How Chapin town Compares

Median Household Income

Chapin town

$77,632

$66,818

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Chapin town

$200,400

$236,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 7.0%

$25K-$50K 20.3%

$50K-$100K 37.2%

$100K+ 35.5%

Employment

2.7% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0% | National: 5.2%

62.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 86.7%

Renter 13.3%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.6x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.4%

18-34

17.3%

35-54

22.2%

55-74

31.6%

75+

5.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 54 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Chapin town Rankings in South Carolina

#233 Population of 475

#78 Median Income of 475

#110 Education of 475

#128 Home Value of 475

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Cities Similar to Chapin town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Cane Savannah CDP	1,497	N/A	$162,500	25.4%	5.5%
Olympia CDP	1,301	N/A	$189,200	2.2%	86.2%
Utica CDP	1,529	N/A	$135,300	10.2%	17.2%
Awendaw town	1,574	$70,781	$387,500	38.6%	15.9%
St. Stephen town	1,460	$59,688	$131,400	16.0%	27.5%

Population Overview

Chapin town is a small community located in South Carolina. The total population is 1,410. It ranks as the 233rd most populous out of 475 cities and towns in South Carolina.

Age Demographics

The median age in Chapin town is 42.7 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 40.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Chapin town is $77,632. This is 16% higher than the state median of $66,818. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 1% lower. The poverty rate stands at 5.2%. This is 63% lower than the state poverty rate of 14.2%. The unemployment rate is 2.7%. This is 45% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $200,400. Housing costs are 15% lower than the state median of $236,700. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Chapin town is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 86.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% higher than the state average of 71.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Chapin town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 71.0% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 17.6%.

Education

29.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 6% 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 93.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Chapin town, 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 Chapin town, South Carolina?

Chapin town, South Carolina has a population of 1,410 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Chapin town, SC?

The median household income in Chapin town is $77,632, which is 1% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Chapin town, SC?

The poverty rate in Chapin town is 5.2%. This means approximately 73 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Chapin town, South Carolina?

Chapin town's population is 71.0% White, 17.6% Black, 4.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.1% Asian.

What is the median home value in Chapin town, SC?

The median home value in Chapin town is $200,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.

How educated is Chapin town, South Carolina?

29.6% of adults (25+) in Chapin town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.