Hampton County's 2026 population is estimated at 18,182, reflecting a 0.03% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Hampton County is the 41st largest county in South Carolina. The 2010 population was 21,074 and has grown -13.72% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 40.9 years
Female: 43.4 years
Male: 39.4 years
There are 14,343 adults, (3,589 of whom are seniors) in Hampton County.
Female: 8,797 (48.2%)
Male: 9,457 (51.8%)
The racial composition of Hampton County includes 52.56% Black or African American, 41.14% White, and smaller percentages for Two or more races, other race, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 9,594 | 52.56% |
| White | 7,509 | 41.14% |
| Two or more races | 497 | 2.72% |
| Other race | 437 | 2.39% |
| Asian | 179 | 0.98% |
| Native American | 38 | 0.21% |
Hampton County 's average per capita income is $36,577. Household income levels show a median of $44,711. The poverty rate stands at 20.69%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $79,053 | - |
| Families | $58,694 | $71,303 |
| Households | $44,711 | $59,824 |
| Non Families | $25,698 | $36,929 |
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