Demographics in West Columbia, SC

Population, age, race, ethnicity, and household statistics — 2023 ACS Data

Where is West Columbia?

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Population

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Total Population

17,723

Male

7,891

44.5%

Female

9,832

55.5%

Median Age

37.2

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

White

65.9%

Black

16.0%

Hispanic

11.6%

Asian

3.5%

Two or More

12.4%

Other

1.6%

Education & Household

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Bachelor's or Higher

27.0%

High School or Higher

43.8%

Foreign Born

9.0%

Veterans

6.8%

Married

33.5%

Avg Household Size

2.1

Marital Status by Age

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

West Columbia, SC has a population of 17,723 with a median age of 37.2. The racial makeup is 65.9% White, 11.6% Hispanic, 16.0% Black, 3.5% Asian. About 27.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 9.0%.