Living in Jasper County, South Carolina

Jasper County is a county in South Carolina with a population of around 27,824. The main communities are Ridgeland, Hardeeville.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,148/month, below the national average, with a median home price of around $379K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.3%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 63°F) and hot summers (highs around 88°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

Jasper County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 40 and a predominantly working-class population (18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes competitive.