Median Age
36 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 22% of Residents
Under 20
20%
Over 65
20%
Beaufort
Beaufort, SC Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,415
Population
13,263
Renter Mix
41% Rent
Beaufort, South Carolina's second-oldest city, combines coastal living with historic charm along the state's Lowcountry. This waterfront community features preserved antebellum architecture and Spanish moss-draped streets that have appeared in films like "Forrest Gump" and "The Big Chill."
Downtown Beaufort's walkable streets feature independent shops, galleries, and restaurants overlooking the water. The Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park hosts community gatherings throughout the year, including the popular Beaufort Shrimp Festival. The historic Point neighborhood showcases preserved antebellum homes, while Lady's Island offers contemporary residential options with water views.
Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort and Parris Island contribute to the city's population of approximately 13,600 residents. Outdoor recreation opportunities abound at Hunting Island State Park, while the Reconstruction Era National Monument preserves important historical sites. The University of South Carolina Beaufort's Center for the Arts and downtown galleries contribute to the city's cultural landscape.
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Beaufort Middle School
Burton Wells Park features a large body of water.
Crystal Lake Park is a scenic experience.
Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park
Shrimp Festival and Market
Demographics
Median Household Income
$56,730
Average: $83,261
Education
3,592
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
5,258
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Beaufort has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
41%
Non-Renters
59%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
23%
Other Education
77%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Beaufort, SC is $1,058 for a studio, $1,420 for one bedroom, $1,700 for two bedrooms, and $1,822 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Beaufort has decreased by -3.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,420/month
715 Sq Ft
House
$2,556/month
1,615 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,880/month
1,077 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Beaufort, SC is 3.0% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Beaufort is 16.3% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,058 - $1,822. You can expect to pay 17.5% more for groceries, 7.3% more for utilities, and 1.8% more for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Beaufort, SC is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
461 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
461 Students
Public
Grades K-12
1,271 Students
Public
Grades K-8
703 Students
Joseph S. Shanklin Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
427 Students
Public
Grades K-12
1,271 Students
Public
Grades K-8
703 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
384 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
384 Students
Robert Smalls Leadership Academy
Public
Grades PK-8
685 Students
Public
Grades K-12
1,271 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,191 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,191 Students
Public
Grades PK-12
375 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
788 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Hilton Head
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.