Bluffton

SC

Beaufort County, South Carolina

Population 195K |Median income $86,573 |3 hospitals

Population
195,289
Beaufort County
Median Income
$86,573
+27% vs avg
Median Home Value
$455,600
+100% vs avg
Median Age
48.1
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
195K+18%
Median Income
$86,573+51%
Median Home Value
$455,600+65%
Poverty Rate
9.6%-23%
Unemployment
2.4%-70%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,653/mo
Poverty Rate
9.6% -32% vs avg
Unemployment 2.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 46%
Work From Home 13.2%
Public Transit 0.5%

Population

White 69.2%
African American 15.7%
Two or More Ethnicities 1.5%
Asian 1.2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
38.2%
Short Sleep Duration
30.4%
Obesity
29.6%
Physical Inactivity
19.9%
Binge Drinking
16.8%
Frequent Mental Distress
13.1%
Diabetes
12.7%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.6%
Lack of Health Insurance
10.6%
Current Smoking
9.6%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 82.6%
Dental Visit 68.4%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
8.5%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.5%
Stroke
4%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
0
★★★
2
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
2
BEAUFORT COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
BEAUFORT · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
HILTON HEAD REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
HILTON HEAD ISLAND · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Bluffton Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Chester and York Counties in South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central South Carolina Through 9:45 AM

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 29m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 35m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Bluffton, SC? ▼
Bluffton, SC has a population of 195,289 people, located in Beaufort County, South Carolina.
What is the median household income in Bluffton? ▼
The median household income in Bluffton, SC is $86,573 per year. The poverty rate is 9.6%.
What is the median home value in Bluffton? ▼
The median home value in Bluffton, SC is $455,600. Median rent is $1,653/month.
What are the top health concerns in Bluffton? ▼
The top health indicators in Bluffton include High Blood Pressure (38.2%), Short Sleep Duration (30.4%), Obesity (29.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Bluffton? ▼
Bluffton has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Bluffton? ▼
The median age in Bluffton, SC is 48.1 years. 46% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Bluffton, SC is located in Beaufort County, South Carolina. With a population of 195K and a median household income of $86,573, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Bluffton area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Beaufort County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.