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Beaufort County, situated in the southern tip of South Carolina, is renowned for its rich history and breathtaking natural beauty. With its picturesque coastal landscapes, historic antebellum architecture, and charming seaside towns, the county offers a diverse range of experiences for visitors. Notable attractions include the historic Penn Center, established in 1862 as one of the country's first schools for freed slaves, as well as the stunning Hunting Island State Park, known for its scenic beaches and iconic lighthouse. The county also hosts the annual Beaufort Water Festival, a celebrated event showcasing local art, music, and culture.

Beaufort County (SC) Statistics

Number of cities/towns/villages1
Population13,000
Area33 sq mi
Density394 /sq mi
Altitude10 ft
GDP$700 million
Median Household Income$47,000
Poverty rate18%
Unemployment rate4%
Educational Attainment (Bachelor's Degree or higher)32%
Crime rate35 per 1,000 residents

Environmental risk in Beaufort County, SC

Overall riskRelatively High
Expected Annual LossRelatively High
Social VulnerabilityRelatively Moderate
Community ResilienceRelatively High
Avalanche RiskNot Applicable
Coastal Flooding RiskRelatively Low
Cold Wave RiskNo Rating
Drought RiskRelatively Moderate
Earthquake RiskRelatively Moderate
Hail RiskRelatively Low
Heat Wave RiskRelatively Moderate
Hurricane RiskVery High
Ice Storm RiskRelatively High
Landslide RiskRelatively Low
Lightning RiskRelatively High
Riverine Flooding RiskRelatively Moderate
Strong Wind RiskRelatively Moderate
Tornado RiskRelatively Moderate
Tsunami RiskInsufficient Data
Volcanic Activity RiskNot Applicable
Wildfire RiskRelatively Moderate
Winter Weather RiskRelatively Low

Data obtained from the FEMA National Risk Index.

Beaufort County administration contact details

Beaufort County administration contact details
Address100 Ribaut Rd, Beaufort, SC 29902
County seatBeaufort
Phone number(843) 255-2100
Official websitewww.beaufortcountysc.gov
County ClerkGerald Dawson
County AuditorGeorge Wright
County fiscal officerAlice Howard
County permits office or building department contact details(843) 255-2065
County commissionerJoseph Passiment

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Find below the complete list of cities and towns in Beaufort County:

  • HILTON HEAD ISLAND

    Hilton Head Island is a Town in Beaufort county with -40 000 inhabitants.

  • BLUFFTON

    Bluffton is a Town in Beaufort county with -15 000 inhabitants.

  • BEAUFORT

    Beaufort is a City in Beaufort county with -15 000 inhabitants.

  • PORT ROYAL

    Port Royal is a Town in Beaufort county with -15 000 inhabitants.

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