With about 31,323 residents, Bluffton is one of South Carolina's notable places. Bluffton was founded in 1728 and sits in Beaufort County. The median age is 41 and the median household income is $105,463. Homes carry a median value of $444,500, and about 82% of residents own where they live. White residents make up the largest share of the population (70.9%). Around 48% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 26 minutes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
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Common questions
Bluffton — frequently asked
What is the population of Bluffton, South Carolina?
Bluffton has a population of about 31,323, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in Bluffton?
The median home value in Bluffton is $444,500, and the median gross rent is $2,187/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Bluffton safe? What is the crime rate?
Bluffton Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 95 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — lower than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Bluffton face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Beaufort County as "Relatively High" overall, with top hazards including hurricane, coastal flooding, ice storm.
How many schools are in Bluffton?
Bluffton has 10 public schools (6 elementary, 2 middle, 2 high). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in Bluffton?
Public registry data lists 4 registered sex offenders in or near Bluffton. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.