Lobeco, South Carolina Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lobeco, South Carolina had a total population of 109, the 441st largest community in South Carolina. The poverty rate is 64.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (64.2%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 23.3% is notably above the national average.
Lobeco Quick Facts
How Lobeco Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 178 | 109 | -38.8% |
How Lobeco Compares
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Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
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Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 55 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Lobeco Rankings in South Carolina
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Other Cities in Beaufort County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hilton Head Island | 37,911 | $94,657 | 8.6% | $687,400 |
| Bluffton | 33,157 | $111,281 | 4.3% | $492,100 |
| Port Royal | 15,579 | $74,870 | 8.4% | $347,200 |
| Beaufort | 13,747 | $61,220 | 12.5% | $345,400 |
| Hardeeville | 10,871 | $78,365 | 11.8% | $488,900 |
| Burton | 6,912 | $68,063 | 12.1% | $247,600 |
| Laurel Bay | 5,882 | $54,345 | 17.5% | $231,800 |
| Ridgeland | 3,764 | $62,981 | 26.8% | $228,400 |
| Shell Point | 1,439 | $81,630 | 3.1% | $293,300 |
| Yemassee | 1,178 | $44,896 | 27.3% | $161,600 |
Cities Similar to Lobeco
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peak | 108 | $138,472 | N/A | 45.2% | 3.7% |
| Woodford | 115 | $53,750 | N/A | 17.3% | 4.3% |
| Ware Place | 117 | N/A | $76,500 | 6.7% | 7.7% |
| Cordova | 118 | N/A | $77,000 | 13.9% | 16.1% |
| Williams | 100 | N/A | N/A | 8.9% | 48.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 109, Lobeco's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Lobeco is a small community located in South Carolina, within Beaufort County. The total population is 109. It ranks as the 441st most populous out of 474 Census-designated places in South Carolina.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lobeco is 53.4 years. This is 33% higher than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 64.2%. This is 356% higher than the state poverty rate of 14.1%. 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 23.3%. This is 376% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. 30.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 58% lower than the state average of 71.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Lobeco was recorded as Black or African American. A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 71.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lobeco, South Carolina is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against South Carolina state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 474 Census-designated places in South Carolina. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Lobeco, South Carolina?
Lobeco, South Carolina has a population of 109 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lobeco, SC?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Lobeco — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lobeco, SC?
The poverty rate in Lobeco is 64.2%. This means approximately 70 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lobeco, South Carolina?
Lobeco's population is 0.0% White, 100.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lobeco, SC?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Lobeco — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Lobeco, South Carolina?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Lobeco hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.