South Union CDP, South Carolina Demographics & Population 2026

Name: South Union CDP, South Carolina Demographics
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As of 2026, South Union CDP, South Carolina has a total population of 333, the 375th largest city in South Carolina, with a median household income of N/A. The poverty rate is 1.5%.

Key Takeaways

An exceptionally low poverty rate of 1.5% — among the lowest in South Carolina.
Only 5.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.9%.

South Union CDP Quick Facts

Population 333

Median Household Income N/A

Median Home Value N/A

Poverty Rate 1.5%

Unemployment Rate 0.9%

Median Age 38.8 years

Homeownership Rate 83.0%

Affordability Ratio N/A

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 5.9%

High School Graduation Rate 100.0%

Diversity Index 0/100

Population 333 375th of 475

Median Income N/A

Poverty Rate 1.5% 88% lower national

Median Home Value N/A

How South Union CDP Compares

Median Household Income

$66,818

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

$236,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 11.4%

$25K-$50K 39.8%

$50K-$100K 13.6%

$100K+ 35.2%

Employment

0.9% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0% | National: 5.2%

41.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 83.0%

Renter 17.0%

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.4%

18-34

19.2%

35-54

26.1%

55-74

31.2%

75+

0.0%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 54 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

South Union CDP Rankings in South Carolina

#375 Population of 475

N/A Median Income of 475

#413 Education of 475

N/A Home Value of 475

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Cities Similar to South Union CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Perry town	333	$35,179	$90,500	15.3%	29.5%
Salley town	335	$34,189	$212,500	7.5%	43.6%
Mount Carmel CDP	338	$41,534	$83,000	0.0%	16.6%
Cokesbury CDP	341	N/A	$78,700	3.2%	0.0%
Patrick town	341	$27,153	$51,400	5.6%	33.7%

Population Overview

South Union CDP is a small community located in South Carolina. The total population is 333. It ranks as the 375th most populous out of 475 cities and towns in South Carolina.

Age Demographics

The median age in South Union CDP is 38.8 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 40.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The poverty rate stands at 1.5%. This is 89% lower than the state poverty rate of 14.2%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 0.9%. This is 83% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. 83.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 71.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

South Union CDP has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 100.0% of all residents. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (100.0% vs 62.2%).

Education

5.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 81% lower 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 100.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for South Union CDP, 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 South Union CDP, South Carolina?

South Union CDP, South Carolina has a population of 333 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in South Union CDP, SC?

The median household income in South Union CDP is N/A, which is the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in South Union CDP, SC?

The poverty rate in South Union CDP is 1.5%. This means approximately 5 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of South Union CDP, South Carolina?

South Union CDP's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in South Union CDP, SC?

The median home value in South Union CDP is N/A.

How educated is South Union CDP, South Carolina?

5.9% of adults (25+) in South Union CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.