Living in Georgetown County, South Carolina

Georgetown County is a county in South Carolina with a population of around 61,298. The main communities are Georgetown, Pawleys Island.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $901/month, below the national average, with a median home price of around $377K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.6%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 61°F) and hot summers (highs around 86°F). The coast is within 1 hour. Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Georgetown County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 50 and a predominantly working-class population (27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.