Georgetown, South Carolina
Quick Statistics
Georgetown is a community in Georgetown County, South Carolina, home to about 8,565 people spread across 7.0 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $26,024 a year, and a typical home is worth about $168,100. About 37.0% of adults hold a college degree, and 88.3% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 7 percent over the past decade.
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Among the South Carolina towns GeoStat tracks, Georgetown ranks number 72 of 474 in population, number 180 in median household income, number 213 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Georgetown typically top out near 91°F in July, while January nights average about 37°F. The area sees roughly 2 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Pawleys Island, SC | 9.8 mi. | 170 |
| 2. | Andrews, SC | 17.3 mi. | 3,485 |
| 3. | Murrells Inlet, SC | 18.1 mi. | 10,044 |
| 4. | Garden City, SC | 21.9 mi. | 11,591 |
| 5. | McClellanville, SC | 22.5 mi. | 690 |
| 6. | Bucksport, SC | 22.6 mi. | 747 |
| 7. | Surfside Beach, SC | 24.0 mi. | 4,270 |
| 8. | Jamestown, SC | 24.6 mi. | 62 |
What is the population of Georgetown, South Carolina?
Georgetown has a population of about 8,565 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Georgetown, South Carolina in?
Georgetown is located in Georgetown County, South Carolina.
What is the median home value in Georgetown, South Carolina?
The median home value in Georgetown is about $168,100, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Georgetown, South Carolina?
The median personal income in Georgetown is about $26,024 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Georgetown, South Carolina?
Since 1950, 24 tornadoes have been recorded in Georgetown County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Georgetown, South Carolina?
Typical July highs run about 91 degrees and January lows about 37 degrees, with around 2 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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