Cherokee County's 2026 population is estimated at 58,676, reflecting a 0.69% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Cherokee County is the 24th largest county in South Carolina. The 2010 population was 55,534 and has grown 5.66% since 2010.
Overall: 40.4 years
Female: 41.4 years
Male: 39.5 years
There are 43,773 adults, (9,931 of whom are seniors) in Cherokee County.
Female: 28,775 (50.8%)
Male: 27,872 (49.2%)
The racial composition of Cherokee County includes 70.33% White, 18.76% Black or African American, 3.69% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 39,840 | 70.33% |
| Black or African American | 10,628 | 18.76% |
| Two or more races | 3,622 | 6.39% |
| Other race | 2,092 | 3.69% |
| Asian | 324 | 0.57% |
| Native American | 141 | 0.25% |
Cherokee County 's average per capita income is $39,595. Household income levels show a median of $50,288. The poverty rate stands at 18.42%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $85,221 | - |
| Families | $69,316 | $80,341 |
| Households | $50,288 | $67,479 |
| Non Families | $28,134 | $42,614 |
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