Easley city, South Carolina Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Easley city, South Carolina Demographics
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As of 2026, Easley city, South Carolina has a total population of 23,942, the 26th largest city in South Carolina, with a median household income of $65,330, which is 2% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.2%.

Easley city Quick Facts

Population 23,942

Median Household Income $65,330

Median Home Value $243,100

Poverty Rate 14.2%

Unemployment Rate 3.9%

Median Age 41.0 years

Homeownership Rate 68.1%

Affordability Ratio 3.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 31.5%

High School Graduation Rate 87.4%

Diversity Index 36/100

Population 23,942 26th of 475

Median Income $65,330 top 30%

Poverty Rate 14.2% 15% higher national

Median Home Value $243,100 top 20%

How Easley city Compares

Median Household Income

Easley city

$65,330

$66,818

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Easley city

$243,100

$236,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 20.2%

$25K-$50K 21.0%

$50K-$100K 27.5%

$100K+ 31.3%

Employment

3.9% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0% | National: 5.2%

60.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 68.1%

Renter 31.9%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

19.1%

18-34

21.5%

35-54

24.2%

55-74

26.6%

75+

8.6%

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+)

Easley city Rankings in South Carolina

#26 Population of 475

#121 Median Income of 475

#95 Education of 475

#83 Home Value of 475

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Cities Similar to Easley city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Taylors CDP	23,686	$71,747	$242,700	44.4%	10.1%
Socastee CDP	24,629	$59,826	$218,200	21.3%	13.1%
Lexington town	24,132	$83,263	$271,200	48.0%	7.4%
Carolina Forest CDP	26,373	$70,647	$298,700	34.2%	14.0%
Simpsonville city	25,125	$79,233	$267,500	34.0%	6.1%

Population Overview

Easley city is a small city located in South Carolina. The total population is 23,942. It ranks as the 26th most populous out of 475 cities and towns in South Carolina.

Age Demographics

The median age in Easley city is 41.0 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 40.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Easley city is $65,330. This is 2% lower than the state median of $66,818. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 17% lower. The poverty rate stands at 14.2%. This is about average than the state poverty rate of 14.2%. The unemployment rate is 3.9%. This is 21% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $243,100. Housing costs are 3% higher than the state median of $236,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x. 68.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% lower than the state average of 71.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Easley city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 78.8% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 10.4%. The Black or African American population (10.4%) is well below the state average of 25.1%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 1.7%.

Education

31.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is about average 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 87.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Easley 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 Easley city, South Carolina?

Easley city, South Carolina has a population of 23,942 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Easley city is $65,330, which is 17% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Easley city, SC?

The poverty rate in Easley city is 14.2%. This means approximately 3,368 residents live below the federal poverty line.

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

Easley city's population is 78.8% White, 10.4% Black, 7.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.

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

The median home value in Easley city is $243,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

How educated is Easley city, South Carolina?

31.5% of adults (25+) in Easley city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.