Snelling, South Carolina Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Snelling, South Carolina had a total population of 219, the 403rd largest town in South Carolina, with a median household income of $51,500, which is 26% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x.
Snelling Quick Facts
How Snelling 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 | 283 | 219 | -22.6% |
| Median household income | $41,042 | $51,500 | +25.5% |
| Median home value | $63,900 | $64,400 | +0.8% |
How Snelling 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+)
Snelling Rankings in South Carolina
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Other Cities in Barnwell County
Cities Similar to Snelling
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waterloo | 212 | N/A | N/A | 21.9% | 37.3% |
| Abney Crossroads | 208 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Lowndesville | 206 | N/A | N/A | 25.6% | 32.0% |
| Fingerville | 204 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 89.2% |
| Dacusville | 198 | $51,000 | $293,500 | 12.1% | 5.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 219, Snelling'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
Snelling is a small community located in South Carolina, within Barnwell County. The total population is 219. It ranks as the 403rd most populous out of 474 Census-designated places in South Carolina.
Age Demographics
The median age in Snelling is 34.7 years. This is 14% lower than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Snelling is $51,500. This is 26% lower than the state median of $69,324. It is also 36% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.5%. This is 11% lower than the state poverty rate of 14.1%. The unemployment rate is 4.7%. This is 3% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $64,400. Housing costs are 75% lower than the state median of $259,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x, Snelling is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 91.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% higher than the state average of 71.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Snelling is White (non-Hispanic), making up 78.5% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 12.3%.
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 89.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Snelling, 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 Snelling, South Carolina?
Snelling, South Carolina has a population of 219 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Snelling, SC?
The median household income in Snelling is $51,500, which is 36% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Snelling, SC?
The poverty rate in Snelling is 12.5%. This means approximately 27 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Snelling, South Carolina?
Snelling's population is 78.5% White, 12.3% Black, 8.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Snelling, SC?
The median home value in Snelling is $64,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.3x.
How educated is Snelling, South Carolina?
15.0% of adults (25+) in Snelling hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.