Greenwood County's 2026 population is estimated at 70,959, reflecting a 0.65% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Greenwood County is the 21st largest county in South Carolina. The 2010 population was 69,759 and has grown 1.72% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 40.1 years
Female: 41.1 years
Male: 39.1 years
There are 53,936 adults, (13,460 of whom are seniors) in Greenwood County.
Female: 36,795 (53%)
Male: 32,694 (47%)
The racial composition of Greenwood County includes 62.37% White, 31.3% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 43,340 | 62.37% |
| Black or African American | 21,748 | 31.3% |
| Two or more races | 2,447 | 3.52% |
| Other race | 952 | 1.37% |
| Asian | 600 | 0.86% |
| Native American | 400 | 0.58% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 2 | 0% |
Greenwood County 's average per capita income is $42,817. Household income levels show a median of $52,830. The poverty rate stands at 15.08%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $96,790 | - |
| Families | $72,975 | $94,820 |
| Households | $52,830 | $74,042 |
| Non Families | $31,088 | $40,452 |
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