Vance, South Carolina Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Vance, South Carolina had a total population of 166, the 423rd largest town in South Carolina. The poverty rate is 21.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Vance Quick Facts
How Vance 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 | 206 | 166 | -19.4% |
How Vance 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+)
Vance Rankings in South Carolina
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Other Cities in Orangeburg County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orangeburg | 13,253 | $38,635 | 32.6% | $163,500 |
| Brookdale | 4,291 | $39,449 | 34.8% | $96,500 |
| Wilkinson Heights | 2,012 | $25,489 | 29.7% | $81,100 |
| Edisto | 1,801 | $46,788 | 25.2% | $71,900 |
| Holly Hill | 1,218 | $34,135 | 38.6% | $232,000 |
| Branchville | 1,084 | $43,182 | 18.2% | $115,300 |
| Santee | 1,076 | $46,667 | 28.3% | $161,800 |
| Elloree | 1,035 | $33,796 | 26.4% | $192,500 |
| Bowman | 691 | $35,347 | 37.3% | $69,600 |
| North | 675 | $26,477 | 42.2% | $92,900 |
Cities Similar to Vance
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Croghan | 170 | $68,594 | $116,700 | 22.3% | 15.9% |
| Pawleys Island | 170 | $122,500 | $1,694,400 | 88.0% | 21.8% |
| Oswego | 172 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Tradesville | 174 | $59,625 | $172,500 | 0.0% | 5.2% |
| Salem | 177 | $62,143 | $167,500 | 9.1% | 11.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 166, Vance'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
Vance is a small community located in South Carolina, within Orangeburg County. The total population is 166. It ranks as the 423rd most populous out of 474 Census-designated places in South Carolina.
Age Demographics
The median age in Vance is 33.3 years. This is 17% lower than the state median of 40.2 years. Only 13.9% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 21.7%. This is 54% 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 unemployment rate is 6.9%. This is 41% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. 46.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 35% lower than the state average of 71.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Vance has a predominantly Black or African American population, comprising 98.8% of all residents. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 1.2%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 61.9%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (98.8% vs 24.6%).
Education
16.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 49% 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 93.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Vance, 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 Vance, South Carolina?
Vance, South Carolina has a population of 166 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Vance, SC?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Vance — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Vance, SC?
The poverty rate in Vance is 21.7%. This means approximately 36 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Vance, South Carolina?
Vance's population is 1.2% White, 98.8% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Vance, SC?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Vance — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Vance, South Carolina?
16.3% of adults (25+) in Vance hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.