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Bluffton / Hilton Head, South Carolina
Lowcountry island resort living.
Beach LivingGolfLuxury55+ Living
At a glance
40,000
Population
52
Median age
$85,000
Median income
$585,000
Median home price
0.55%/yr
Property tax
$4,500
Monthly budget
112 (100=avg)
Cost of living
216/yr
Sunny days
32/100
Walk score
SAV — Savannah (45 min)
Airport
4/5
Healthcare
72/100
Safety
Climate: Mild coastal subtropical · State tax: Senior retirement-income deductions
Why retire in Bluffton / Hilton Head?
Hilton Head's manicured plantations and Bluffton's growing communities deliver beach, golf, and biking trails in a resort setting popular with retirees.
Pros
- Beach + world-class golf
- Extensive bike trails
- Low property taxes
- Strong 55+ communities (Sun City Hilton Head)
Consider
- Premium home prices on-island
- Seasonal tourism traffic
- Hurricane exposure
Lifestyle
Golf, tennis/pickleball, beach cruising by bike, and a calm island pace.
Housing options
Island villas and estates plus large master-planned 55+ communities in Bluffton; active new construction.
Healthcare
Hilton Head Regional & Beaufort Memorial serve the area; Savannah's larger systems are close.
Senior living resources
Sun City Hilton Head (huge 55+ community)
Golf & racquet clubs
Senior programs & volunteering
Faith communities
Local housing market
$585,000
Median sale price
60
Avg days on market
+3% yr/yr
Appreciation