South Carolina Poverty
The poverty rate measures the share of residents with income below the federal poverty threshold — which varies by household size. High poverty rates often correlate with reduced access to healthcare, education, and stable housing.
Below you'll find South Carolina's statewide figure alongside links to county-by-county and city-by-city rankings. Data is from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates, 2023.
South Carolina Overall
10.1%
Poverty Rate
South Carolina Counties by Poverty
See every county in South Carolina ranked by poverty.
View county rankings →South Carolina Cities by Poverty
See every city in South Carolina ranked by poverty.
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