Cope town, South Carolina Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Cope town, South Carolina Demographics
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High PovertyPoverty rate of 55.6% is well above the state average

As of 2026, Cope town, South Carolina has a total population of 27, the 473rd largest city in South Carolina, with a median household income of N/A. The poverty rate is 55.6%.

Key Takeaways

More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (55.6%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Only 7.4% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.0%.

Cope town Quick Facts

Population 27

Median Household Income N/A

Median Home Value N/A

Poverty Rate 55.6%

Unemployment Rate 0.0%

Median Age 52.9 years

Homeownership Rate 28.6%

Affordability Ratio N/A

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 7.4%

High School Graduation Rate 37.0%

Diversity Index 38/100

Population 27 473rd of 475

Median Income N/A

Poverty Rate 55.6% 347% higher national

Median Home Value N/A

How Cope town Compares

Median Household Income

$66,818

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

$236,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 71.4%

$25K-$50K 19.1%

$50K-$100K 9.5%

$100K+ 0.0%

Employment

0.0% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0% | National: 5.2%

25.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 28.6%

Renter 71.4%

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

0.0%

18-34

0.0%

35-54

55.6%

55-74

44.4%

75+

0.0%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 54 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Cope town Rankings in South Carolina

#473 Population of 475

N/A Median Income of 475

#402 Education of 475

N/A Home Value of 475

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Cities Similar to Cope town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Cherokee Falls CDP	28	N/A	N/A	0.0%	0.0%
Longcreek CDP	26	N/A	N/A	0.0%	0.0%
Live Oak CDP	21	N/A	N/A	0.0%	0.0%
Ashwood CDP	35	N/A	N/A	0.0%	0.0%
Caesars Head CDP	37	N/A	$340,000	43.2%	0.0%

Population Overview

Cope town is a small community located in South Carolina. The total population is 27. It ranks as the 473rd most populous out of 475 cities and towns in South Carolina.

Age Demographics

The median age in Cope town is 52.9 years. This is 32% higher than the state median of 40.1 years. Only 0.0% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The poverty rate stands at 55.6%. This is 292% higher than the state poverty rate of 14.2%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 0.0%. This is 100% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. 28.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 60% lower than the state average of 71.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Cope town is Black or African American, making up 74.1% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 25.9%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (25.9%) is well below the state average of 62.2%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (74.1% vs 25.1%).

Education

7.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 76% 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 37.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Cope 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 Cope town, South Carolina?

Cope town, South Carolina has a population of 27 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Cope town is N/A, which is the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Cope town, SC?

The poverty rate in Cope town is 55.6%. This means approximately 15 residents live below the federal poverty line.

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

Cope town's population is 25.9% White, 74.1% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Cope town is N/A.

How educated is Cope town, South Carolina?

7.4% of adults (25+) in Cope town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.