South Charleston is a city in West Virginia with about 13,594 residents. South Charleston sits in Kanawha County. The median age is 41.1 and the median household income is $59,616. Homes carry a median value of $144,800, and about 69% of residents own where they live. White residents make up the largest share of the population (84.9%). Around 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 19 minutes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
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Common questions
South Charleston — frequently asked
What is the population of South Charleston, West Virginia?
South Charleston has a population of about 13,594, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in South Charleston?
The median home value in South Charleston is $144,800, and the median gross rent is $857/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is South Charleston safe? What is the crime rate?
South Charleston Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 572 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — higher than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does South Charleston face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Kanawha County as "Relatively High" overall, with top hazards including lightning, riverine flooding, strong wind.
How many schools are in South Charleston?
South Charleston has 5 public schools (2 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in South Charleston?
Public registry data lists 5 registered sex offenders in or near South Charleston. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.