Rembert, South Carolina Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Rembert, South Carolina had a total population of 144, the 428th largest community in South Carolina, with a median household income of $27,167, which is 61% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 61% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Unemployment rate of 66.1% is notably above the national average.
Rembert Quick Facts
How Rembert 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 | 199 | 144 | -27.6% |
| Median household income | $50,950 | $27,167 | -46.7% |
How Rembert Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
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Household Income Distribution
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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+)
Rembert Rankings in South Carolina
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Other Cities in Sumter County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sumter | 43,053 | $55,592 | 16.7% | $199,100 |
| Lakewood | 3,544 | $56,500 | 8.2% | $294,200 |
| Dalzell | 2,946 | $47,354 | 15.3% | $157,500 |
| Cherryvale | 2,611 | $40,428 | 23.0% | $90,500 |
| Privateer | 2,472 | $49,191 | 20.5% | $121,100 |
| Stateburg | 2,027 | $66,481 | 11.2% | $206,700 |
| Wedgefield | 1,968 | $44,410 | 9.6% | $26,500 |
| South Sumter | 1,626 | $46,406 | 29.8% | $69,900 |
| Cane Savannah | 1,551 | $131,705 | 4.6% | $265,500 |
| Oakland | 1,060 | $68,778 | 22.8% | $123,200 |
Cities Similar to Rembert
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Olar | 139 | $27,500 | $90,000 | 18.1% | 22.3% |
| Kline | 154 | N/A | $104,700 | 6.7% | 16.2% |
| Vance | 166 | N/A | N/A | 16.3% | 21.7% |
| St. Charles | 139 | $34,653 | $273,600 | 0.0% | 7.2% |
| Oswego | 172 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 100.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 144, Rembert'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
Rembert is a small community located in South Carolina, within Sumter County. The total population is 144. It ranks as the 428th most populous out of 474 Census-designated places in South Carolina.
Age Demographics
The median age in Rembert is 51.7 years. This is 29% higher than the state median of 40.2 years. With 30.6% of the population under 18, Rembert has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Rembert is $27,167. This is 61% lower than the state median of $69,324. It is also 66% lower than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Rembert. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The unemployment rate is 66.1%. This is 1252% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 39% higher than the state average of 71.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Rembert has a predominantly Black or African American population, comprising 88.9% of all residents. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 11.1%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (11.1%) is well below the state average of 61.9%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (88.9% vs 24.6%).
Education
15.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 53% 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 70.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Rembert, 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 Rembert, South Carolina?
Rembert, South Carolina has a population of 144 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Rembert, SC?
The median household income in Rembert is $27,167, which is 66% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Rembert, SC?
The ACS sample for Rembert recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Rembert, South Carolina?
Rembert's population is 11.1% White, 88.9% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Rembert, SC?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Rembert — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Rembert, South Carolina?
15.0% of adults (25+) in Rembert hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.