Horry County's 2026 population is estimated at 443,425, reflecting a 3.51% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Horry County is the 2nd largest county in South Carolina. The 2010 population was 270,295 and has grown 64.05% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 48.7 years
Female: 49.9 years
Male: 47.7 years
There are 318,052 adults, (100,979 of whom are seniors) in Horry County.
Female: 197,559 (51.6%)
Male: 185,457 (48.4%)
The racial composition of Horry County includes 76.63% White, 11.77% 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 | 293,496 | 76.63% |
| Black or African American | 45,064 | 11.77% |
| Two or more races | 28,607 | 7.47% |
| Other race | 9,235 | 2.41% |
| Asian | 5,250 | 1.37% |
| Native American | 1,034 | 0.27% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 330 | 0.09% |
Horry County 's average per capita income is $41,059. Household income levels show a median of $66,880. The poverty rate stands at 13.24%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $90,844 | $114,063 |
| Families | $79,345 | $101,234 |
| Households | $66,880 | $87,740 |
| Non Families | $41,553 | $57,926 |
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