Lane town, South Carolina Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Lane town, South Carolina Demographics
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As of 2026, Lane town, South Carolina has a total population of 531, the 333rd largest city in South Carolina, with a median household income of $35,726, which is 47% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.9%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 47% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.

Lane town Quick Facts

Population 531

Median Household Income $35,726

Median Home Value $113,900

Poverty Rate 14.9%

Unemployment Rate 5.7%

Median Age 55.6 years

Homeownership Rate 78.5%

Affordability Ratio 3.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 19.4%

High School Graduation Rate 81.6%

Diversity Index 26/100

Population 531 333rd of 475

Median Income $35,726 bottom 20%

Poverty Rate 14.9% 20% higher national

Median Home Value $113,900 below average

How Lane town Compares

Median Household Income

Lane town

$35,726

$66,818

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Lane town

$113,900

$236,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 36.4%

$25K-$50K 34.1%

$50K-$100K 18.7%

$100K+ 10.8%

Employment

5.7% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0% | National: 5.2%

37.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 78.5%

Renter 21.5%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.2x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

24.9%

18-34

7.0%

35-54

17.7%

55-74

40.5%

75+

10.0%

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+)

Lane town Rankings in South Carolina

#333 Population of 475

#346 Median Income of 475

#213 Education of 475

#281 Home Value of 475

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Cities Similar to Lane town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Eutawville town	530	N/A	$72,900	2.9%	37.9%
Helena CDP	571	N/A	$132,100	30.5%	20.5%
Cross Hill town	502	$37,083	$80,400	5.8%	14.5%
North Santee CDP	528	$42,393	$236,100	24.6%	3.2%
Sheldon CDP	536	$30,239	N/A	9.4%	14.4%

Population Overview

Lane town is a small community located in South Carolina. The total population is 531. It ranks as the 333rd most populous out of 475 cities and towns in South Carolina.

Age Demographics

The median age in Lane town is 55.6 years. This is 39% higher than the state median of 40.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Lane town is $35,726. This is 47% lower than the state median of $66,818. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 55% lower. The poverty rate stands at 14.9%. This is 5% higher than the state poverty rate of 14.2%. The unemployment rate is 5.7%. This is 14% higher than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $113,900. Housing costs are 52% lower than the state median of $236,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 78.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 71.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Lane town is Black or African American, making up 84.8% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 14.7%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (14.7%) is well below the state average of 62.2%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (84.8% vs 25.1%).

Education

19.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 38% 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 81.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Lane 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 Lane town, South Carolina?

Lane town, South Carolina has a population of 531 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Lane town is $35,726, which is 55% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Lane town, SC?

The poverty rate in Lane town is 14.9%. This means approximately 79 residents live below the federal poverty line.

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

Lane town's population is 14.7% White, 84.8% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Lane town is $113,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

How educated is Lane town, South Carolina?

19.4% of adults (25+) in Lane town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.