What was the population of colonial South Carolina?

Answer 1

The population of colonial South Carolina varied throughout its early history, reaching approximately 20,000 by the early 18th century. By 1730, the population had grown to around 30,000, including a significant number of enslaved Africans, who made up a large portion of the population. By the mid-18th century, the population was estimated at over 100,000, reflecting rapid growth due to Immigration and the expansion of plantation economies.