County · South Carolina
Jasper County, South Carolina
Jasper County, South Carolina. Jasper County had 38,533 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 33.7% since 2020, faster than South Carolina (+8.8%). It holds 4 places (2 cities, villages and boroughs and 2 census-designated) and 7 census tracts. GEOID 45053.
Jasper County is one of the 2 counties of the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal, SC metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
38,533
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 28,791 · ACS 2020-2024: 32,166
Median household income
$65,613
±$3,705 (90% margin)
South Carolina: $69,324
Median home value
$325,500
±$32,916 (90% margin)
South Carolina: $259,000
Median gross rent
$1,328
±$64 (90% margin)
South Carolina: $1,180
How many people live in Jasper County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 28,791 residents in Jasper County. The Census Bureau estimates 38,533 for July 1, 2025, up 33.7% since 2020, faster than South Carolina (+8.8%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 32,166 over 655 square miles of land.
| Measure | Jasper County | South Carolina | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 32,166 | 5,296,225 | +3,509 |
| Households | 13,118±354 | 2,117,989 | +2,849 |
| Average household size | 2.36±0.06 | 2.44 | −0.38 |
| Housing units | 14,758±27 | 2,443,039 | +2,893 |
Jasper County's population since 2000
From 20,678 in 2000 to 38,533 in 2025: up 86.3%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Jasper County?
Jasper County holds 4 places: 2 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 2 census-designated places. The largest is Hardeeville with 16,459 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Hardeeville | 7,473 | $78,365 |
|---|---|---|
| Ridgeland | 3,758 | $62,981 |
| GillisonvilleGEOID 4529140 | 183 | not published |
| CoosawhatchieGEOID 4516675 | 57 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Jasper County?
The median resident of Jasper County is 45.3 years old; 18.3% are under 18 and 23.1% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 46.2%, then non-Hispanic Black residents at 32.8%. 11.2% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Jasper County | South Carolina | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 45.3±1.0 | 40.2 | +5.0 |
| Under 18 years | 18.3%±0.2 pts | 21.4% | – |
| 65 years and over | 23.1%±0.5 pts | 18.9% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 17.6% | 7.4% | +4.2 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 46.2%±0.3 pts | 61.9% | +3.4 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 32.8%±0.7 pts | 24.6% | −8.8 pts |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.6%±0.2 pts | 1.7% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.2% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 2.6%±0.8 pts | 3.7% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.5% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 11.2%±1.4 pts | 5.8% | +2.0 pts |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 18.1%±1.2 pts | 8.4% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 7.1%±1.3 pts | 8.3% | – |
| With a disability | 14.3%±1.7 pts | 14.6% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 14.5%±2.1 pts | 9.6% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 91.1%±1.7 pts | 90.1% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 26.0%±2.8 pts | 32.1% | +8.2 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 7.5%±1.4 pts | 12.3% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 4.6%±1.2 pts | 3.7% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Jasper County earn?
Half of Jasper County's 13,118 households earn less than $65,613 a year (±$3,705), against $69,324 in South Carolina. In 2015-2019 the median was $56,121 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $9,492 after inflation. 17.8% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Jasper County | South Carolina | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $65,613±$3,705 | $69,324 | +$9,492 |
| Mean household income | $81,395±$5,767 | $95,567 | – |
| Per capita income | $33,970±$2,223 | $39,236 | +$3,737 |
| People below the poverty line | 17.8%±2.9 pts | 14.1% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 26.6%±7.5 pts | 19.4% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 11.2%±2.6 pts | 10.5% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 86.4%±4.0 pts | 88.8% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Jasper County?
Owners occupy 77.2% of Jasper County's occupied homes and renters 22.8%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $325,500 by its owner (±$32,916). The median renter pays $1,328 a month including utilities, and 39.0% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Jasper County | South Carolina | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $325,500±$32,916 | $259,000 | +$120,959 |
| Median gross rent | $1,328±$64 | $1,180 | +$185 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 39.0%±10.5 pts | 42.8% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,658±$147 | $1,529 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 77.2%±3.5 pts | 71.9% | +5.5 pts |
| Housing units | 14,758±27 | 2,443,039 | +2,893 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.0%±0.4 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 2.7%±2.6 pts | 8.3% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 55.5%±4.1 pts | 64.5% | – |
| Mobile homes | 25.5%±3.8 pts | 14.2% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 10.3%±1.6 pts | 3.7% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 3.8%±1.4 pts | 3.6% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Jasper County building?
Builders took permits for 1,858 new housing units across Jasper County in 2025 (1,246 single-family), 48.2 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Jasper County get to work?
75.3% of Jasper County's workers drive alone and 8.6% work from home. The average trip to work takes 28.9 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 4.6%.
| Measure | Jasper County | South Carolina | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 52.0%±2.4 pts | 60.5% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 4.6%±2.2 pts | 4.9% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 75.3%±3.7 pts | 76.3% | – |
| Carpooled | 14.0%±3.3 pts | 8.5% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.0%±0.3 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Walked | 1.4%±1.3 pts | 1.6% | – |
| Worked from home | 8.6%±2.1 pts | 11.5% | +5.6 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 28.9 min±1.6 | 25.6 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Jasper County's census tracts?
Jasper County is divided into 7 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $47,155 (Tract 9502.03) to $73,500 (Tract 9503.02).
| Tract 950145053950100 | 5,385±876 | $50,142 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 9502.0145053950201 | 8,321±831 | $72,344 |
| Tract 9502.0345053950203 | 5,709±709 | $47,155 |
| Tract 9502.0445053950204 | 2,967±483 | $61,917 |
| Tract 9503.0145053950301 | 5,464±734 | $62,986 |
| Tract 9503.0245053950302 | 4,320±607 | $73,500 |
| Tract 990145053990100 | 0±14 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Jasper County compare with South Carolina's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 29th of 46 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 1st of 46 |
| Residents per square mile | 35th of 46 |
| Median household income | 16th of 46 |
| Median home value | 6th of 46 |
| Median gross rent | 6th of 46 |
| Poverty rate | 20th of 46 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 16th of 46 |
| Median age | 9th of 46 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for Jasper County are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' school search.