Startex, South Carolina Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Startex, South Carolina had a total population of 668, the 316th largest community in South Carolina. The poverty rate is 34.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (34.3%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 4.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Startex Quick Facts
How Startex 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 | 417 | 668 | +60.2% |
How Startex Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
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+)
Startex Rankings in South Carolina
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Other Cities in Spartanburg County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spartanburg | 38,910 | $51,964 | 23.8% | $203,700 |
| Boiling Springs | 12,936 | $72,068 | 9.9% | $244,400 |
| Valley Falls | 8,239 | $55,661 | 22.2% | $256,600 |
| Lyman | 6,547 | $75,653 | 6.1% | $277,600 |
| Woodruff | 4,538 | $70,959 | 14.2% | $204,800 |
| Duncan | 4,310 | $52,500 | 12.4% | $211,400 |
| Saxon | 4,085 | $32,292 | 45.8% | $90,000 |
| Southern Shops | 3,797 | $37,754 | 43.3% | $109,600 |
| Whitney | 3,685 | $51,275 | 17.6% | $157,400 |
| Wellford | 3,515 | $57,338 | 16.2% | $223,000 |
Cities Similar to Startex
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pinewood | 668 | $27,813 | $104,800 | 25.3% | 32.3% |
| Wallace | 665 | $32,703 | $97,600 | 3.6% | 14.4% |
| Furman | 673 | $71,875 | $94,700 | 5.2% | 5.8% |
| North | 675 | $26,477 | $92,900 | 7.3% | 42.2% |
| Hemingway | 660 | $52,500 | $172,300 | 27.5% | 7.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 668, Startex'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
Startex is a small community located in South Carolina, within Spartanburg County. The total population is 668. It ranks as the 316th most populous out of 474 Census-designated places in South Carolina.
Age Demographics
The median age in Startex is 32.7 years. This is 19% lower than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 34.3%. This is 144% 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 Startex, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 18.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 74% lower than the state average of 71.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Startex has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.0% of all residents. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (96.0% vs 61.9%).
Education
4.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 85% 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 73.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Startex, 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 Startex, South Carolina?
Startex, South Carolina has a population of 668 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Startex, SC?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Startex — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Startex, SC?
The poverty rate in Startex is 34.3%. This means approximately 229 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Startex, South Carolina?
Startex's population is 96.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Startex, SC?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Startex — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Startex, South Carolina?
4.9% of adults (25+) in Startex hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.