Abbeville County's 2026 population is estimated at 24,695, reflecting a 0.18% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Abbeville County is the 37th largest county in South Carolina. The 2010 population was 25,338 and has grown -2.54% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 44 years
Female: 45.9 years
Male: 42.8 years
There are 19,623 adults, (5,598 of whom are seniors) in Abbeville County.
Female: 12,433 (50.9%)
Male: 11,987 (49.1%)
The racial composition of Abbeville County includes 69.27% White, 25.44% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 16,916 | 69.27% |
| Black or African American | 6,212 | 25.44% |
| Two or more races | 1,006 | 4.12% |
| Other race | 210 | 0.86% |
| Asian | 50 | 0.2% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 21 | 0.09% |
| Native American | 5 | 0.02% |
Abbeville County 's average per capita income is $45,049. Household income levels show a median of $52,935. The poverty rate stands at 15.66%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $88,972 | - |
| Families | $69,431 | $96,606 |
| Households | $52,935 | $80,228 |
| Non Families | $29,016 | $38,148 |
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