Modoc, South Carolina Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Modoc, South Carolina had a total population of 577, the 328th largest community in South Carolina, with a median household income of $98,073, which is 41% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 43.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 41% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in South Carolina.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (43.5%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Modoc Quick Facts
How Modoc 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 | 576 | 577 | +0.2% |
| Median household income | $95,500 | $98,073 | +2.7% |
How Modoc Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
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+)
Modoc Rankings in South Carolina
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Other Cities in McCormick County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McCormick | 2,506 | $41,111 | 26.6% | $92,000 |
| Mount Carmel | 261 | $43,504 | 33.3% | $93,400 |
| Willington | 138 | $43,417 | 44.9% | $158,100 |
| Clarks Hill | 133 | $45,208 | 30.8% | N/A |
| Plum Branch | 95 | N/A | 32.6% | $209,100 |
| Parksville | 82 | $40,625 | 11.0% | $200,000 |
Cities Similar to Modoc
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dunbar | 577 | $91,058 | N/A | 6.7% | 0.0% |
| Sheldon | 610 | N/A | $45,000 | 7.1% | 2.3% |
| Chickasaw Point | 620 | $84,875 | $350,700 | 58.1% | 8.7% |
| Startex | 668 | N/A | N/A | 4.9% | 34.3% |
| La France | 678 | N/A | N/A | 34.6% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 577, Modoc'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
Modoc is a small community located in South Carolina, within McCormick County. The total population is 577. It ranks as the 328th most populous out of 474 Census-designated places in South Carolina.
Age Demographics
The median age in Modoc is 42.3 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Modoc is $98,073. This is 41% higher than the state median of $69,324. It is also 21% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 43.5%. This is 209% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Modoc, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 96.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 35% higher than the state average of 71.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Modoc has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.9%.
Education
14.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 54% lower than the state rate of 32.1%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 74.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Modoc, 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 Modoc, South Carolina?
Modoc, South Carolina has a population of 577 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Modoc, SC?
The median household income in Modoc is $98,073, which is 21% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Modoc, SC?
The poverty rate in Modoc is 43.5%. This means approximately 232 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Modoc, South Carolina?
Modoc's population is 90.8% White, 0.0% Black, 4.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Modoc, SC?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Modoc — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Modoc, South Carolina?
14.8% of adults (25+) in Modoc hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.