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Bluffton, SC

South Carolina · Beaufort County · Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal Metro

Bluffton is a mid-size city in South Carolina with a population of 31,323. Residents earn $105,463 per year, which is 40% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
31,323 Population 601/sq mi density
$105,463 Median Income $55,810 per capita
$444,500 Home Value $493,409 Zillow
$2,187 Median Rent 31.6% income on rent
68°F Avg Temperature 323 sunny days/yr
185 Violent Crime/100K 887 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$105,463 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$444,500 home value, $2,187/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
185 violent crimes/100K (51% below avg)
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
47.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $105,463
40% higher than US avg
Home Value $444,500
58% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 185/100K
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 47.9%
42% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,187
88% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.6%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

How Bluffton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population31,323
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density601/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans10.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$105,463
Per Capita$55,810
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$12,873M
Commute26 min

Housing

A
Home Value$444,500
Rent$2,187
Ownership81.8%
Zillow$493,409
Housing Units11,621
Rent Burden31.6%

Crime

F
Violent185/100K
Property887/100K
Murder4.0/100K
Assault105/100K
Burglary141/100K

Health

Obesity28.6%
Uninsured10.7%
Smoking9.3%
Depression19.8%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation7 ft (2 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+47.9%
High School+96.1%
Graduate+18.1%
School Score5.15

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute26 min
Broadband94.9%
EV Stations9
Libraries7

Is Bluffton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bluffton receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Bluffton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bluffton is $105,463, which is significantly higher than the national average / 40% above $75,149. This places Bluffton among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bluffton is $444,500, making it a premium housing market at 58% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,187 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Bluffton is below the national average at 185 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 887 per 100,000, 55% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Bluffton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bluffton has a population of 31,323 with a density of 601 people per square mile, spread across 51.3 square miles. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.9% female and 50.1% male. The city is predominantly White (74.9%), with 9.4% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 88.4% of residents, while 11.6% speak Spanish. 10.6% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 7.9% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 92.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

31,323
Total Population
601
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
51.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Bluffton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 88.4%
13% above US avg
Spanish 11.6%
13% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bluffton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bluffton is $105,463, which is 40% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $55,810 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,053, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 7,748 business establishments, including 590 restaurants. The cost of living index is 93.7, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 13.7% of workers work from home.

Income: Bluffton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$105,463
40% above US avg
Per Capita Income$55,810
Avg Weekly Wage$1,053
IRS Avg AGI$116,088
Gini Index0.478 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,748
County GDP$12,873M

Business (County)

Restaurants590
Healthcare573
Retail806
Manufacturing88

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,407
83% above US avg
Cost of Living93.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.1 min
Drive Alone75.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Bluffton is $444,500, 58% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $493,409, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98.1% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $2,187 (88% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $982 for a one-bedroom to $1,155 for a two-bedroom apartment. 81.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 11,621 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2011. The average annual property tax is $6,407 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 31.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$444,500
58% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$493,409
Median List Price$562,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$562,500
$/Sq Ft$250
Homes Sold62
Sale-to-List Ratio98.1%
Price Drops23.5%
Inventory277

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,187
88% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,148
Rent Burden31.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$928
1 Bedroom$982
2 Bedrooms$1,155
3 Bedrooms$1,450
4 Bedrooms$1,699

Ownership & Property

Homeownership81.8%
Owner-Occupied81.8%
Renter-Occupied18.2%
Housing Units11,621
Median Year Built2011

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,407
83% above US avg
Effective Rate1.44%
In Bluffton, 28.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.4% of residents, below the national average. 27.7% have high blood pressure. 9.3% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 21.7% report binge drinking. 16.3% are physically inactive, below the national average. 19.8% report depression. 14.7% experience frequent mental distress. 10.7% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,442. The dentist ratio is 1:811. 85.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.7 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-22)

PM2.5
6.5
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
10.4
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
1.2
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
61.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.4
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
110.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: Bluffton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.6%
11% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma8.6%
COPD4.5%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.3%
34% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity16.3%
Depression19.8%
Mental Distress14.7%
Physical Distress10.4%
Short Sleep31.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.0%
Uninsured10.7%
24% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,442
Dentists1:811
Mental Health1:502
Checkup Rate78.2%
Dental Visits68.5%
Premature Death7,369/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access85.0%
Healthcare Facilities573
Bluffton has a violent crime rate of 185 per 100,000 residents, 51% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 104.8 per 100,000, robbery at 40.3, rape at 36.3. The murder rate is 4.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 887 per 100,000, 55% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 705, burglary at 141, vehicle theft at 40 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 22 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Bluffton receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Bluffton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent185.4/100K
51% below US avg
Murder4.0/100K
36% below US avg
Rape36.3/100K
Robbery40.3/100K
Assault104.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property886.7/100K
55% below US avg
Burglary141.1/100K
Theft705.3/100K
Vehicle Theft40.3/100K
Arson12.1/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
Traffic Accidents1,098
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Bluffton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 323 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 7 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.8°F
26% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Area51.3 sq mi (132.9 km²)
Population Density601/sq mi
Coordinates32.2144°N, 80.9295°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyBeaufort County County
Nearest AirportSavannah/Hilton Head International (SAV)
17 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Wettest Month (Aug) 7.24"
Driest Month (Nov) 2.44"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score97.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability44.6 / 100
Community Resilience66.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Very High
Earthquake Relatively Moderate
Wildfire Relatively Moderate
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively High
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Relatively High
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

36 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M3.9 on Jun 18, 2022.

Aug 21, 1992 1 km SSE of Centerville, South Carolina M4.1 112 km
Jun 18, 2022 7 km E of Stillmore, Georgia M3.9 117 km
Apr 17, 1995 0 km NNW of Centerville, South Carolina M3.9 112 km
Jul 13, 2003 6 km N of Cobbtown, Georgia M3.6 115 km
Nov 13, 1990 4 km SSW of Ladson, South Carolina M3.5 110 km
Nov 8, 2002 24 km SSE of Kiawah Island, South Carolina M3.5 95 km
Aug 29, 2009 2 km NE of Summerville, South Carolina M3.2 116 km
May 5, 2003 4 km NNW of Summerville, South Carolina M3.1 116 km
Jul 20, 2004 7 km WSW of Centerville, South Carolina M3.1 106 km
Jul 26, 2002 4 km NNW of Summerville, South Carolina M3.0 117 km
Mar 19, 2014 0 km WNW of Centerville, South Carolina M3.0 112 km
Mar 29, 1999 3 km NNW of Sangaree, South Carolina M3.0 120 km
Jul 7, 2002 1 km NW of Sangaree, South Carolina M2.9 119 km
Mar 2, 2003 7 km S of Centerville, South Carolina M2.9 107 km
Feb 7, 1990 9 km S of Centerville, South Carolina M2.9 105 km
Jul 16, 2002 5 km SSW of Ladson, South Carolina M2.8 109 km
May 12, 2010 6 km SSW of Ladson, South Carolina M2.8 109 km
Jul 31, 2012 5 km S of Centerville, South Carolina M2.8 109 km
Jan 11, 2002 6 km SSW of Ladson, South Carolina M2.7 109 km
May 1, 2004 3 km ENE of Goose Creek, South Carolina M2.7 123 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

22 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Helene (2024, Cat 2).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Helene Category 4 246 km
2023 Idalia Category 3 230 km
2022 Ian Category 1 180 km
2020 Isaias Category 1 139 km
2019 Dorian Category 3 151 km
2018 Michael Category 1 280 km
2016 Matthew Category 3 42 km
2014 Arthur Category 2 206 km
2005 Ophelia Category 1 269 km
2004 Charley Category 1 116 km
2004 Gaston Category 1 149 km
2004 Alex Category 1 299 km
1999 Floyd Category 3 209 km
1999 Dennis Category 2 269 km
1999 Irene Category 1 147 km
1998 Bonnie Category 3 299 km
1996 Fran Category 3 282 km
1996 Bertha Category 2 238 km
1989 Hugo Category 4 124 km
1985 Kate Category 1 255 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

226 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 16 fatalities, 258 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 5, 2022 EF4 69 km 1
Apr 13, 2020 EF4 64 km 5
Apr 5, 2022 EF3 90 km 0
Apr 9, 1998 EF3 61 km 2
Apr 13, 2020 EF2 63 km 0
May 23, 2017 EF2 26 km 0
Feb 9, 2017 EF2 61 km 0
Sep 24, 2015 EF2 99 km 0
Oct 27, 2009 EF2 77 km 0
May 11, 2008 EF2 87 km 0
Mar 15, 2008 EF2 29 km 0
Mar 15, 2008 EF2 41 km 0
Jul 1, 2003 EF2 86 km 0
Jul 1, 2003 EF2 82 km 0
Sep 3, 1998 EF2 90 km 0
Sep 3, 1998 EF2 49 km 1
Apr 9, 1998 EF2 91 km 4
May 3, 1984 EF2 91 km 0
May 23, 1980 EF2 23 km 0
May 3, 1975 EF2 44 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1886 CHARLESTON, SC Earthquake 116 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (12,186 ac, 2008).

Year Name Acres Distance
2008 UNNAMED 12,186 71 km
2007 UNNAMED 10,963 65 km
2008 UNNAMED 10,163 64 km
2008 UNNAMED 4,291 80 km
2010 UNNAMED 4,269 31 km
2008 UNNAMED 4,021 65 km
2011 ELIM CHURCH RD. FIRE 3,850 93 km
2001 UNNAMED 3,827 97 km
2010 UNNAMED 3,746 29 km
2010 UNNAMED 3,521 20 km
1994 UNNAMED 3,469 35 km
2010 UNNAMED 2,990 36 km
2004 UNNAMED 2,880 19 km
2008 UNNAMED 2,845 46 km
2008 UNNAMED 2,768 61 km
2008 UNNAMED 2,748 55 km
1994 UNNAMED 2,732 89 km
2004 UNNAMED 2,661 54 km
2008 UNNAMED 2,650 60 km
2004 UNNAMED 2,553 36 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 51°F (11°C) 3.9 in Coldest
February 52°F (11°C) 3.2 in
March 59°F (15°C) 3.9 in
April 65°F (18°C) 3.1 in
May 72°F (22°C) 3.5 in
June 78°F (26°C) 5.5 in
July 83°F (28°C) 5.8 in Warmest
August 80°F (27°C) 7.2 in Wettest
September 76°F (25°C) 5.2 in
October 67°F (20°C) 3.1 in
November 59°F (15°C) 2.4 in Driest
December 52°F (11°C) 3.0 in

Bluffton has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 51°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.2") and November the driest (2.4").

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Bluffton is located in Beaufort County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 47.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 42% above the national average of 33.7%. 96.1% have completed high school. 18.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 56.6% of the vote, a 14.5-point margin. 94.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 9 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 573 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 75.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.6%
D 42.2%

Winner: Republican by 14.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
Traffic Accidents1,098
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+47.9%
42% above US avg
High School+96.1%
Graduate Degree+18.1%
School Test Score5.15
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density601/sq mi
Total Area51.3 sq mi
CountyBeaufort County County

Services

Broadband Access94.9%
Avg Download Speed81.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed6.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed987 Mbps
EV Charging Stations9
Alt Fuel Stations9
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities573
Restaurants590
Retail Stores806

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.1 min
Drive Alone75.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.7%
Average costs for common services in Bluffton. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $234 ($141–$375)
Specialist Visit $328 ($187–$515)
Urgent Care Visit $187 ($94–$328)
Emergency Room Visit $2,061 ($750–$4,685)
Dental Cleaning $122 ($70–$187)
Dental Filling $234 ($141–$375)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $42 ($23–$70)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $70 ($47–$112)
Brake Pad Replacement $281 ($141–$469)
Tire Rotation $37 ($19–$70)
New Tires (Set of 4) $562 ($375–$937)
Battery Replacement $187 ($94–$328)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $94 ($56–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour) $84 ($47–$131)
HVAC Repair $375 ($141–$750)
HVAC System Install $6,559 ($3,748–$11,244)
Roof Repair $937 ($375–$1,874)
Roof Replacement $8,433 ($5,154–$14,055)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,406 ($469–$3,280)
Divorce (Contested) $14,055 ($4,685–$28,110)
DUI Defense $4,685 ($1,874–$9,370)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,406 ($750–$2,811)
Will Preparation $469 ($187–$937)
Trust Preparation $2,343 ($937–$4,685)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $23 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut $52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full) $141 ($70–$234)
Manicure $23 ($14–$42)
Pedicure $37 ($23–$61)
Massage (1 Hour) $75 ($47–$122)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.84 ($2.81–$5.15)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.28 ($2.34–$4.69)
Loaf of Bread $3.56 ($2.34–$5.15)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.22 ($2.81–$6.09)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.15 ($3.75–$7.03)
Rice (per lb) $0.94 ($0.56–$1.69)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $131 ($75–$234)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $66 ($37–$112)
Internet (Monthly) $66 ($37–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly) $80 ($47–$141)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $187 ($70–$469)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,874 ($1,124–$3,280)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $66 ($28–$122)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.50–$23)
Car Registration (Annual) $94 ($28–$234)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14–$70)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,124 ($562–$2,343)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $937 ($469–$1,874)
After-School Care (Monthly) $375 ($187–$656)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $47 ($23–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $937 ($375–$2,343)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,713 ($4,685–$28,110)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $56 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $94 ($47–$187)
Dog Grooming $56 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $37 ($19–$70)
Dog Spay/Neuter $281 ($141–$469)
Cat Spay/Neuter $187 ($94–$375)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$861
Toddler$801
Preschool$784
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$596
Toddler$596
Preschool$577
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Beaufort County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Accommodation & Food Services 13,483 642 $32,521 2.09
Retail Trade 11,570 809 $38,313 1.63
Health Care & Social Assistance 7,391 732 $59,255 0.73
Construction 4,468 901 $70,533 1.20
Other Services 4,188 600 $48,111 1.96
Administrative & Waste Services 3,862 526 $47,530 0.92
Professional & Technical Services 3,611 1,204 $94,287 0.73
Arts & Entertainment 3,143 175 $36,113 2.63
Real Estate 2,340 627 $61,854 2.12
Finance & Insurance 1,772 452 $119,469 0.61
Educational Services 1,036 90 $47,393 0.71
Manufacturing 1,018 228 $68,670 0.17
Transportation & Warehousing 839 137 $48,461 0.28
Wholesale Trade 731 253 $102,236 0.26
Information & Technology 411 168 $88,852 0.31
Management of Companies 202 64 $112,246 0.17
Utilities 172 15 $84,298 0.64

Colleges & Universities in Bluffton

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
University of South Carolina Beaufort Public · Bachelor's 2,531 69.2% $10,730 $21,776

Schools in Bluffton

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
May River High High 1,601 106 15.1:1
Bluffton High High 1,350 88 15.3:1
River Ridge Academy Elementary 1,120 78 14.4:1
Pritchardville Elementary Elementary 1,005 71 14.2:1
H. E. McCracken Middle Middle 889 62 14.3:1
Bluffton Middle Middle 872 60 14.5:1
Michael C. Riley Elementary Elementary 772 70 11.0:1
Bluffton Elementary Elementary 696 64 10.9:1
Okatie Elementary Elementary 609 42 14.5:1
Red Cedar Elementary Elementary 601 56 10.7:1
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Radio Stations near Bluffton

0 stations within ~55 km.

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National Parks Near Bluffton

10 national parks and monuments found near Bluffton.

ParkTypeFee
Colleton State Park State Park Free
Edisto Beach State Park State Park Free
Fort Frederica National Monument National Monument Free
Fort Mcallister State Park State Park Free
Fort Pulaski National Monument National Monument $10
Givhans Ferry State Park State Park Free
Hunting Island State Park State Park Free
Lake Warren State Park State Park Free
Reconstruction Era National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Skidaway Island State Park State Park Free

Museums in Bluffton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
ALEXANDER HALL GALLERYART MUSEUM9125255100$379,772,463
FAHM HALL GALLERYART MUSEUM9125255100$379,772,463
GUTSTEIN GALLERYART MUSEUM9125254743$379,772,463
HALL STREET GALLERYART MUSEUM9125254948$379,772,463
PEI LING CHAN GALLERYART MUSEUM9125255100$379,772,463
PINNACLE GALLERYART MUSEUM9125254950$379,772,463
SCAD MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM$379,772,463
OWENS-THOMAS HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION124 ABERCORN ST9127908889$6,831,609
TELFAIR MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM9127908800$6,831,609
SAVANNAH HISTORY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM9126516825$4,159,250
GEORGIA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION9126512125$2,941,829
COASTAL DISCOVERY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8436896767$1,240,741
TYBEE ISLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 3669127865801$1,159,824
HILTON HEAD ISLAND CONCOURS D ELEGANCEHISTORIC PRESERVATION8437857469$908,286
THE SANDBOX: AN INTERACTIVE CHILDREN'S MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM8438427645$236,247
SAVANNAH SCIENCE MUSEUMNATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM305 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD9124478655$191,032
KING-TISDELL COTTAGE FOUNDATIONHISTORY MUSEUM9122348000$144,339
SEA PINES FOREST PRESERVE FOUNDATIONZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION8438421979$141,877
MITCHELVILLE PRESERVATION PROJECTHISTORIC PRESERVATION539 WILLIAM HILTON PKWY SUITE 134$95,999
BLUFFTON HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION70 BOUNDARY ST8437576293$80,020
HEYWARD HOUSE HISTORIC CENTERHISTORIC PRESERVATION8437576293$80,020
FLANNERY O'CONNOR CHILDHOOD HOMEHISTORIC PRESERVATION9122336014$64,753
DAUFUSKIE ISLAND LOWCOUNTRY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM$31
ARMSTRONG FINE ARTS GALLERYART MUSEUM9123442576
ART GALLERYART MUSEUM
BEACH INSTITUTE CULTURAL CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM9122348000
BILLIE BURN MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM8438422435
BONAVENTURE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION330 BONAVENTURE ROAD9124124687
CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF AFRICAN DIASPORA MUSEUMS & COMMUNITIGENERAL MUSEUM
CENTRAL OF GEORGIA/ROUNDHOUSE COMPLEXGENERAL MUSEUM9126516823
COASTAL HERITAGE SOCIETY- SAVANNAH CHILDREN'S MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM655 LOUISVILLE ROAD9126516840
COCKSPUR ISLAND LIGHTHOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION9127865801
FORT PULASKI NATIONAL MONUMENTHISTORIC PRESERVATIONUS HIGHWAY 80 EAST9127865787
GULLAH MUSEUM OF HILTON HEAD ISLANDGENERAL MUSEUM1212 GEORGIANNA DRIVE8436813254
HISTORIC PORT ROYAL FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION1004 11TH STREET8435244333
ISAIAH DAVENPORT HOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9122368097
ISLE OF HOPE HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION9123548187
JULIETTE GORDON LOW BIRTHPLACEHISTORIC PRESERVATION9122334501
LOWCOUNTRY ESTUARIUMGENERAL MUSEUM8435246600
MASSIE HERITAGE CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM9122015070
MERCER-WILLIAMS HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION429 BULL STREET9122366352
MUSEUM OF HILTON HEAD ISLANDGENERAL MUSEUM70 HONEY HORN DRIVE8436896767
OLD TOWN MUSEUM AT SEVEN OAKSHISTORY MUSEUM8438371893
RALPH MARK GILBERT CIVIL RIGHTS MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM9127776099
SAVANNAH YOUTH MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM14 BRANDLE LN SAVANNAH9122368488
SORREL WEED HOUSEGENERAL MUSEUM9122368888
THUNDERBOLT MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9123510836
TYBEE ISLAND MARINE SCIENCE CENTERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM9127865917
WORMSLOE PLANTATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION9123533023

Libraries in Bluffton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
LIVE OAK PUBLIC LIBRARIES2002 BULL STREET0.01,426,481

Farmers Markets in Bluffton

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Buckwalters Farmers Market101 Buckwalter Place
Downtown Beaufort Farmers Market1501 Bay Street05/04/2016 to 10/26/2016Wed: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;Yes
Farmers Market of Bluffton40 Calhoun Street01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015Thu: 2:00 PM-7:00 PM;YesVisit
Forsyth Farmers' Market1 West Park Avenue01/02/2016 to 12/17/2016Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Port Royal Farmers Market1615 Ribaut RoadVisit
Shelter Cove Farmers Market39 Shelter Cove Lane04/29/2014 to 06/10/2014Tue: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;Visit
The Farmers Market at Sea Pines Center Presented by Lowcountry Produce71 Lighthouse Road04/01/2015 to 12/31/2015Tue: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;Yes
The Mall at Shelter CoveTHighway 278 & 24 Shelter Cove Land
Wilmington Island Farmers' Market111 Walthour Road03/05/2016 to 06/25/2016Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit

Hotels in Bluffton

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Comfort Suites Bluffton - Hilton Head Island
Extended Stay America - Bluffton - Hilton Head
Montage Palmetto Bluff
Okatie Hilton Head Hotel

Restaurants in Bluffton

19 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Buffalo's
Captain Woody's
CAVA
Chow Daddy's
Cinco Mexican Grill & Bar
Clubhouse Restaurant
Frankie Bones - Bluffton
Hong Kong Chinese
IHOP
LongHorn Steakhouse
New York City Pizza
Old Town Dispensary
Olive Garden
Outback Steakhouse
Squat N Gobble
The Bluffton Room
The Pearl Kitchen & Bar
Tio's Latin American Kitchen
Wasabi

Cafes in Bluffton

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Corner Perk
Starbucks
Starbucks

Cinemas in Bluffton

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cinemark Theater

Clinics in Bluffton

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hilton Head Dermatology
St. Joseph's Candler Immediate Care

Dentists in Bluffton

4 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Belfair Dental Care PA
Biological Center for Dentistry
Buckwalter Dental Care
Hampton Lake Dental

Veterinaries in Bluffton

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Buckwalter Veterinary Clinic

Gas Stations in Bluffton

15 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Enmarket
EnMarket
Enmarket
Enmarket
Exxon
Kroger
Parker's
Parker's
Parker's
Parker's #56
Parker's Kitchen
Parkers
Parkers's
Shell
Walmart

Banks in Bluffton

5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bank of America
CPM Federal Credit Union
South State Bank
Synovus Bank
TD Bank

Gyms in Bluffton

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cynergy Fitness

Golf Courses in Bluffton

6 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Belfair
Crescent Pointe Golf Club
Hilton Head National Golf Club
May River Golf Course
Pinecrest Golf Club
Rose Hill Golf Club

Breweries in Bluffton

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Boar's Head Grill & TavernSeafood Restaurant, Bars & Clubs, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Brewery, Bar, Taverns1 Lincoln St9126519660Visit
Growler's Craft Beer and AlesBrewery, Beer Garden, Sc>brewery, Sc>beer Garden33 57 Shelter Cove Ln
Hilton Head Brewing Co.Brewery and Bar7 Greenwood Dr8437853900
Salt Marsh BrewingBreweries, Food & Drink203 Bluffton Rd
Service Brewing Company, Service Brewing CoOther Food & Drink, Food & Drink, Brewery574 Indian St
Southbound Brewing Co, Southbound Brewing CompanyBreweries, Food & Drink107 E Lathrop19127773686
Southbound Brewing CompanyBrewery107 E Lathrop Ave9123351737Visit

Pharmacies in Bluffton

8 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
BLUFFTON HEALTH MART PHARMACY 167 BLUFFTON ROAD 843-757-4999
CVS - 4489 1008 FORDING ISLAND ROAD 843-815-2800
KROGER 125 TOWNE DRIVE 843-815-7070
OKATIE PHARMACY 30 WILLIAM POPE DRIVE 843-705-4444
PUBLIX - 01205 101 BUCKWALTER PLACE BOULEVARD 843-815-6435
PUBLIX - 0845 80 BAYLOR DRIVE 843-706-3504
TARGET 1050 FORDING ISLAND ROAD 843-815-8191
WALGREENS - 7652 868 FORDING ISLAND ROAD 843-815-9953

EV Charging Stations in Bluffton

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Vaden Nissan of Hilton Head200 Fording Island RdNon-Networked12CHADEMO J1772 J1772COMBOprivate
KC HILTON HEAD BEHIND SHOP5 Cecil Reynolds DrChargePoint Network1J1772public
Vaden Nissan of Hilton Head200 Fording Island RdNon-Networked1J1772public

Cell Towers in Bluffton

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
2810 DIXIE AVETOWER122
3790 Okatie RoadTOWER105
14 Archer RoadTOWER97
Route 2, Box 44TOWER96
10582 Purrysburg Road (SR 34)TOWER95
(Boyd) 501 Highway 336LTOWER93
100 BEES CREEK ROADTOWER84
1002 S. SAVANNAH HIGHWAYTOWER76
11512 Abercorn StreetTOWER48

Fire Stations in Bluffton

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
MCAS Beaufort Fire Department11 Hollowtail DRCareer843-228-6563

Bridges in Bluffton

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
SlabConcrete continuous199181032,750F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous199125032,750G
SlabConcrete continuous199181032,750F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous199125032,750G
SlabConcrete continuous20019014,000G
SlabConcrete continuous200112014,000G
SlabConcrete19721052,400F
SlabConcrete continuous199690225F
SlabPrestressed concrete1999230200G
SlabConcrete197175125F

Amtrak Stations in Bluffton

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Savannah, GA2611 Seaboard Coastline DriveTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Bluffton

4 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
ARIZONA CHEMICAL CO.1201 W. LATHROP AVE.CHATHAM
CAROLINA REFINERYSTATE HIGHWAY 21CHATHAM
GA POWER PLANT MCINTOSH981 OLD AUGUSTA ROAD, CENTRALEFFINGHAM
SOUTHERN LNG INC.ELBA ISLANDCHATHAM

Airports Near Bluffton

32 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Savannah Hilton Head International AirportSAVLarge Airport
Beaufort MCAS - Merritt FieldMedium Airport
Hilton Head AirportHHHMedium Airport
Hunter Army Air FieldSVNMedium Airport
Airy Hall AirportSmall Airport
Aubrey's AirparkSmall Airport
Barbour Island AirportSmall Airport
Beaufort Executive AirportBFTSmall Airport
Briar Patch AirportSmall Airport
Briggs FieldSmall Airport
Cypress Lakes AirportSmall Airport
Davis AirportSmall Airport
Eagle Neck AirportSmall Airport
Edisto Island Private AirstripSmall Airport
Evans UAS StripSmall Airport
Hampton County AirportSmall Airport
Hannah Rhea FieldSmall Airport
Harpers AirportSmall Airport
Hodges AirparkSmall Airport
Landings East Sylvania AirportSmall Airport
Lanes LandingSmall Airport
Lewis AirportSmall Airport
Liberty County AirportSmall Airport
Lowcountry Regional AirportRBWSmall Airport
Marsh Point AirportSmall Airport
MidCoast Regional Airport at Wright Army AirfieldLIYSmall Airport
Millhaven AirportSmall Airport
Plantation AirparkSmall Airport
Ridgeland-Claude Dean AirportSmall Airport
Swaids FieldSmall Airport
Too Goo Doo Farms AirportSmall Airport
Townsend Air StripSmall Airport

Police Stations in Bluffton

20 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
. Georgia Southern Police
Beaufort County Sheriff's Office2001 Duke Street
Beaufort Police Department
Bluffton Police Department101 Progressive Street
Bluffton Police Department
Chatham County Islands Precint formerly SCMPD Precinct54 Johnny Mercer Boulevard
Chatham County Police Department - West Chatham Precinct
Federal Bureau Investigation, Savannah, GA
Georgia Ports Authority Police Department100 Main Street
Hardeeville Police Station
Parris Island Military Police
Port Royal Police Department
Savannah Chatham Metropolitan Police102 E Lathrop Ave
Savannah Metropolitan Police Department Headquarters201 Habersham Street
Savannah Police Central Precinct1710 Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Savannah Police Department Training Unit (3401 Edwin St)3401 Edwin Street
Savannah Police Street
South Carolina Highway Patrol
Tybee Island Police Department78 Van Horne Avenue
U.S. Customs and Border Protection1, 3 East Bay Street

Grocery Stores in Bluffton

39 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
ALDI 76181Supermarket1131 Fording Island Rd
BLUFFTON OYSTER COMPANYSpecialty Store63 Wharf St
CVS PHARMACY 4489Other1006 Fording Island Rd
Dollar General 12672Other1225 May River Rd
Dollar General 17140Other3424 S Okatie Hwy
DOLLAR GENERAL 17897Other5 Pritchard Farms Rd
Dollar Tree 3857Other1013 Fording Island Rd
El Super InternacionalSupermarket33 Sherington Dr
FOOD LION 1330Supermarket1008 FORDING ISLAND RD
Food Lion 2691Supermarket210 Okatie Village Dr
KROGER 0499Super Store125 Towne Dr
Kroger 703Super Store27 Discovery Dr
La Poblanita #3Grocery Store4484 Bluffton Park Cres
La Poblanita 2Grocery Store216 May River Rd
Los Hermanos LlcGrocery Store5 Godfrey Pl
Lowcountry Fresh Market & CafeConvenience Store303 Bleecker St S
Nouria 101 Commerce Place East 842Convenience Store101 Commerce Pl E
Nouria 1010 Fording Island Road 831Convenience Store1010 Fording Island Rd
Nouria 4372 Bluffton Parkway 851Convenience Store4372 Bluffton Pkwy
Nouria 501 Island West Park 850Convenience Store501 Island West Park
Parker's 32Convenience Store9227 Evan Way
Parker's 56Convenience Store8251 Pinellas Dr
Parker's 91Convenience Store5 Oliver Ct
Parkers 33Convenience Store469 Buckwalter Pkwy
Parkers 36Convenience Store2 Gateway Vlg
Parkers 38Convenience Store1286 Fording Island Rd
Parkers 43Convenience Store6200 Jennifer Ct
Parkers 61Convenience Store6 Barrel Landing Rd
PUBLIX 0845Supermarket80 BAYLOR DR
PUBLIX 1205Supermarket101 BUCKWALTER PLACE BLVD
Publix Super Markets Inc. 1714Supermarket2501 May River Crossing
Refuel 62Convenience Store150 Parkside Cmns
Sam's Club 6582Super Store14 Bluffton Rd
Super Mercado La MexicanaGrocery Store21 Simmonsville Rd
TARGET STORE T-1298Super Store1050 FORDING ISLAND RD
Tienda Y Carnicerial La VaquitaGrocery Store70 Pennington Dr
Walgreens 7652Other868 Fording Island Rd
Walgreens 9134Other138 Okatie Center Blvd N
Walmart 6395Super Store4 BLUFFTON RD

Post Offices in Bluffton

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bluffton Post Office
Bluffton Post Office

Treatment Centers in Bluffton

11 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Beaufort Memorial Hospital - Mental Health ServicesMental Health843-522-5200 x5269
Coastal Empire Community MH Ctr - Beaufort Mental Health ClinicMental Health843-524-8899
Coastal Empire Community MH Ctr - Hilton Head Mental Health ClinicMental Health843-681-4865
Gateway Behavioral Health Services - Azalea ClinicBoth912-525-2717
Gateway Behavioral Health Services - Behavioral Health Crisis CenterBoth912-417-9471
Gateway Behavioral Health Services - Jasmine Clinic for Child and Adol SvcsBoth912-503-9968
Gateway Behavioral Health Services - Magnolia Center for Addictive DisorderBoth912-790-6500
HealthQwest - FrontiersSubstance Abuse912-335-1699
Malinda Graham and AssociatesBoth912-200-4775
Memorial Health Univ Medical Center - Center for Behavioral MedicineBoth912-350-2664
Recovery Place Community Services - Substance Abuse Treatment ServicesSubstance Abuse912-355-5938

DOL Wage Violations in Bluffton

25 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $347,678 in back wages owed to 253 employees.

25
Violations
$347,678
Back Wages Owed
253
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
H2 Builders 29910 1 $54,621 $1,332 41
Bluffton Fire Department 29910 1 $38,687 $921 42
The Brick Chicken 29910 1 $35,781 $1,193 30
Messex One Stop 29910 1 $28,598 $2,383 12
H & H Concrete 29910 1 $27,672 $3,459 8
Premier Pools and Spa 29910 1 $23,400 $2,127 11
Hagemeyer, NA 29910 1 $20,289 $6,763 3
Fiesta Fresh Mexican Grill # 3 29910 1 $18,489 $9,244 2
La Hacienda of Bluffton, Inc. 29910 1 $18,473 $1,847 10
Evicore Healthcare 29910 1 $17,760 $17,760 1
New York City Pizza (Buckwalter) 29910 1 $13,827 $6,914 2
ServPro of Beaufort County 29910 1 $11,222 $935 12
Litchfield Cabinetry and Trim 29910 1 $9,724 $695 14
Montage Palmetto Bluff Montage International 29910 1 $9,535 $596 16
Arkiteknic, Inc. 29910 1 $5,643 $940 6
Hinchey's Chicago Bar & Grill 29910 1 $4,838 $285 17
Freedom Boat Club 29910 1 $2,571 $321 8
Jade Garden 29910 1 $2,173 $1,086 2
Pearle Vision Center 29910 1 $1,411 $1,411 1
Air Control Systems 29910 1 $782 $261 3
The Green Numb 29910 1 $721 $180 4
70101 - FRASER CONSTRUCTION LLC 29910 Commercial and Institutional Building Construction 1 $675 $675 1
National Fire Suppression 29910 1 $631 $316 2
All American Bar & Grill 29910 1 $113 $28 4
Island Car Wash 29910 1 $43 $43 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bluffton

44 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ALLIANCE OF DIVINE LOVE AFFILIATE CHAPEL 22997 VENTURE DR UNIT 104
ANCIENT FUTURE MINISTRIES INC220 MIDPOINT BLVD
ANGLICAN CHURCH OF THE REDEEMER INCORPORATED9 SPRING VISTA LN
BIBLE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 384
CALVARY BLUFFTON40 DAFFODIL FARM RD
CAMPBELL CHAPEL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT MINISTRYPO BOX 83
CHAPEL WITHOUT WALLS37 LAKESIDE DR
CHURCH OF THE CROSSPO BOX 278
CITY HOPE CHURCH INC198 OKATIE VILLAGE DR SUITE 103 309
CORNERSTONE CHURCH OF BLUFFTON11 GRASSEY LN
CROSS OUTREACH MINISTRIES INCPO BOX 1229
EVERGREEN MUSIC ARTISTS224 WHEELHOUSE WAY
EVERYDAY MISSION TRIP EVANGELISM ORGANIZATION329 HULSTON LANDING RD
FAITH COVENANT MINISTRIES FAITH BIBLE CHURCH OF BEAUFORT59 AUGUSTINE RD
FIRST ZION MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH CORP10 ROBERTSON ST
FLERI CHERI INC77 JOCASSEE RD
FRANK C CHURCH FOUNDATION FOR PARKINSONS DISEASE5 BRISTOL BAY
FREEDOM LIFE INC37 MULRAIN WAY
FREEDOM WORSHIP MINISTRIESPO BOX 3052
FRIENDS OF WORSHIP ON THE WATER9 BOAT HOUSE ST
GRACE BIBLE CHURCH OF THE LOWCOUNTRY156 REGENT AVE
HOPE CENTER OF THE LOWCOUNTRY INC198 OKATIE VILLAGE DR STE 103
IGLESIA CRISTO NUESTRO REY INCPO BOX 3286
INDIAN HILL BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 3948
INTERNATIONAL PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS CHURCHPO BOX 983
JOURNEY CHURCHPO BOX 3890
KOEGLER FAM FOUNDATION85 WATERFOWL RD
LIFE CHOICE147 SAWMILL CREEK RD
LIVE OAK CHRISTIAN CHURCH14 PALMETTO WAY
LORD OF LIFE LUTHERAN CHURCH351 BUCKWALTER PKWY
LOWCOUNTRY COMMUNITY CHURCH OF BEAUFORT COUNTY801 BUCKWALTER PKWY
MP & KP MINISTRIES INC17 LAKELAND CT
MT ZION METHODIST HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETY INC4 TABBY SHELL RD
NEW BLUFFTON WORSHIP LLC39 PERSIMMONS ST STE 203
NEW LIFE CHURCH BLUFFTON389 FORDINQ ISLAND ROAD
PETALS & STARS110 TRADERS CROSS
PROJECTING HOPE MINISTRIES231 STATION PKWY
ROBERT DOUD FUND INC293 DANNER DR
SAINT GREGORY THE GREAT CATHOLIC CHURCH31 SAINT GREGORY DR
SHEPHERDS CARE MINISTRIES87 MUIRFIELD DR
TEMPLE OSEH SHALOMPO BOX 3935
THE BRIDGE CHURCH INCPO BOX 1913
UNITY CHURCH OF HILTON HEAD ISLANDPO BOX 1392
VENTURE CHURCH OF BLUFFTON198 OKATIE VILLAGE DR STE 103-311

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bluffton

What is the population of Bluffton?

Bluffton has a population of 31,323 residents and is located in South Carolina. The population density is 601 people per square mile, spread across 51.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.0 years. The population is 49.9% female and 50.1% male.

Is Bluffton expensive to live in?

Bluffton is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 93.7 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $105,463, 40% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $444,500 (58% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $2,187 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Bluffton safe?

Bluffton is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 185 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 887 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Bluffton receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Bluffton?

Bluffton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Bluffton?

The job market in Bluffton is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,053. There are 7,748 business establishments in the area, including 590 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 13.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bluffton?

The median home value in Bluffton is $444,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $493,409. For renters, the median monthly rent is $2,187. Fair market rent is $982 for a 1-bedroom and $1,155 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 81.8%. The average annual property tax is $6,407.

How are the schools in Bluffton?

Schools in Bluffton score 5.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 47.9% of adults in Bluffton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 96.1% have completed high school. 18.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Bluffton?

The obesity rate in Bluffton is 28.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.3% of adults are smokers. 16.3% are physically inactive. 19.8% of residents report depression. 10.7% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 85.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,442.

What is transportation like in Bluffton?

The average commute in Bluffton is 26 minutes. 75.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 13.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bluffton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bluffton is 74.9% White, 9.4% Black or African American, 1% Hispanic or Latino. 88.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 11.6% speak Spanish. 10.6% of the population are military veterans. 7.9% of residents have a disability. 92.0% have health insurance coverage.

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