Beaufort County, South Carolina Housing Market
In Beaufort County, South Carolina, the median home value is $455,600, with a median monthly rent of $1,653. This places Beaufort County at #184 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #2 within South Carolina.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $1,052
- Establishments: 7,716
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 1,144
- Multi-family: 75
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 84,241 (avg $135,741)
- Outflow: 75,795 (avg $128,143)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 9 active ZIP codes in Beaufort County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 29935 | 366.3 | -2.53% | 2025 |
| 2 | 29920 | 240.0 | -12.22% | 2025 |
| 3 | 29909 | 216.7 | -2.40% | 2025 |
| 4 | 29926 | 283.4 | +10.86% | 2025 |
| 5 | 29902 | 360.8 | +3.46% | 2025 |
| 6 | 29910 | 239.2 | +0.74% | 2025 |
| 7 | 29906 | 290.4 | -0.60% | 2025 |
| 8 | 29907 | 275.4 | +5.71% | 2025 |
| 9 | 29928 | 240.7 | — | 2024 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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View Mortgage Guide for Beaufort County →How Beaufort County Compares
| Metric | Beaufort County | South Carolina Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $455,600 | $199,732 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,653 | $984 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 75.9% | 73.2% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 23.0 | 16.3 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Beaufort County is 128.1% above the South Carolina state average and 100.1% above the U.S. national average. The median rent of $1,653/month is 68.0% above the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 23.0, renting is generally more cost-effective than buying in the short to medium term. The market favors buyers only for long-term holds.
Beaufort County has an owner-occupancy rate of 75.9%, compared to 73.2% in South Carolina and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more homeowner-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polk County | Oregon | $454,700 | $1,299 |
| Calaveras County | California | $457,200 | $1,625 |
| Carver County | Minnesota | $453,600 | $1,514 |
| Carson City | Nevada | $453,000 | $1,248 |
| Maricopa County | Arizona | $452,800 | $1,708 |
Other Counties in South Carolina
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston County | $489,100 | $1,620 | 63.9% |
| York County | $361,300 | $1,387 | 74.5% |
| Lancaster County | $329,900 | $959 | 83.3% |
| Dorchester County | $329,300 | $1,463 | 75.5% |
| Jasper County | $325,500 | $1,328 | 77.2% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-14. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).