Zion CDP, South Carolina Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Zion CDP, South Carolina Demographics
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High PovertyPoverty rate of 37.7% is well above the state average

As of 2026, Zion CDP, South Carolina has a total population of 77, the 455th largest city in South Carolina, with a median household income of N/A. The poverty rate is 37.7%.

Key Takeaways

More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (37.7%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Only 7.8% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.0%.

Zion CDP Quick Facts

Population 77

Median Household Income N/A

Median Home Value N/A

Poverty Rate 37.7%

Unemployment Rate 0.0%

Median Age 64.4 years

Homeownership Rate 52.5%

Affordability Ratio N/A

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 7.8%

High School Graduation Rate 88.3%

Diversity Index 37/100

Population 77 455th of 475

Median Income N/A

Poverty Rate 37.7% 203% higher national

Median Home Value N/A

How Zion 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 47.5%

$25K-$50K 9.8%

$50K-$100K 42.6%

$100K+ 0.0%

Employment

0.0% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0% | National: 5.2%

63.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 52.5%

Renter 47.5%

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

0.0%

18-34

37.7%

35-54

0.0%

55-74

62.3%

75+

0.0%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

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+)

Zion CDP Rankings in South Carolina

#455 Population of 475

N/A Median Income of 475

#396 Education of 475

N/A Home Value of 475

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Cities Similar to Zion CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Peak town	78	N/A	$165,600	26.2%	5.1%
Browntown CDP	80	$20,086	N/A	0.0%	0.0%
Tradesville CDP	74	$38,333	N/A	0.0%	27.0%
Willington CDP	84	N/A	N/A	0.0%	100.0%
Jamestown town	70	N/A	N/A	11.4%	1.4%

Population Overview

Zion CDP is a small community located in South Carolina. The total population is 77. It ranks as the 455th most populous out of 475 cities and towns in South Carolina.

Age Demographics

The median age in Zion CDP is 64.4 years. This is 61% higher than the state median of 40.1 years. Only 0.0% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The poverty rate stands at 37.7%. This is 165% higher than the state poverty rate of 14.2%. 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 0.0%. This is 100% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. 52.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% lower than the state average of 71.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Zion CDP is Black or African American, making up 75.3% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 24.7%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (24.7%) is well below the state average of 62.2%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (75.3% vs 25.1%).

Education

7.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 75% 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 88.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Zion 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 Zion CDP, South Carolina?

Zion CDP, South Carolina has a population of 77 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Zion CDP, SC?

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

What is the poverty rate in Zion CDP, SC?

The poverty rate in Zion CDP is 37.7%. This means approximately 29 residents live below the federal poverty line.

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

Zion CDP's population is 24.7% White, 75.3% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Zion CDP, SC?

The median home value in Zion CDP is N/A.

How educated is Zion CDP, South Carolina?

7.8% of adults (25+) in Zion CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.