Mauldin city, South Carolina Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Mauldin city, South Carolina Demographics
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As of 2026, Mauldin city, South Carolina has a total population of 25,985, the 21st largest city in South Carolina, with a median household income of $81,027, which is 21% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.3%.

Mauldin city Quick Facts

Population 25,985

Median Household Income $81,027

Median Home Value $242,100

Poverty Rate 8.3%

Unemployment Rate 4.9%

Median Age 40.8 years

Homeownership Rate 67.0%

Affordability Ratio 3.0x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 37.5%

High School Graduation Rate 94.0%

Diversity Index 58/100

Population 25,985 21st of 475

Median Income $81,027 top 20%

Poverty Rate 8.3% 33% lower national

Median Home Value $242,100 top 20%

How Mauldin city Compares

Median Household Income

Mauldin city

$81,027

$66,818

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Mauldin city

$242,100

$236,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 8.3%

$25K-$50K 15.3%

$50K-$100K 39.9%

$100K+ 36.5%

Employment

4.9% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0% | National: 5.2%

69.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 67.0%

Renter 33.0%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.0x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.3%

18-34

19.2%

35-54

29.1%

55-74

23.3%

75+

6.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 54 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Mauldin city Rankings in South Carolina

#21 Population of 475

#63 Median Income of 475

#71 Education of 475

#85 Home Value of 475

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Cities Similar to Mauldin city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Simpsonville city	25,125	$79,233	$267,500	34.0%	6.1%
Carolina Forest CDP	26,373	$70,647	$298,700	34.2%	14.0%
Lexington town	24,132	$83,263	$271,200	48.0%	7.4%
North Augusta city	24,928	$90,132	$220,500	37.9%	6.9%
Taylors CDP	23,686	$71,747	$242,700	44.4%	10.1%

Population Overview

Mauldin city is a mid-sized community located in South Carolina. The total population is 25,985. It ranks as the 21st most populous out of 475 cities and towns in South Carolina.

Age Demographics

The median age in Mauldin city is 40.8 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 40.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Mauldin city is $81,027. This is 21% higher than the state median of $66,818. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 3% higher. The poverty rate stands at 8.3%. This is 42% lower than the state poverty rate of 14.2%. The unemployment rate is 4.9%. This is 1% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $242,100. Housing costs are 2% higher than the state median of $236,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 67.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% lower than the state average of 71.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Mauldin city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 59.1% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 24.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (11.5% vs 7.1%). The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (3.0% vs 1.7%).

Education

37.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 19% higher 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 94.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Mauldin 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 Mauldin city, South Carolina?

Mauldin city, South Carolina has a population of 25,985 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Mauldin city is $81,027, which is 3% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Mauldin city, SC?

The poverty rate in Mauldin city is 8.3%. This means approximately 2,120 residents live below the federal poverty line.

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

Mauldin city's population is 59.1% White, 24.3% Black, 11.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Mauldin city is $242,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.

How educated is Mauldin city, South Carolina?

37.5% of adults (25+) in Mauldin city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.