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Folly Beach, SC

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Population
2,081
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
7 ft
Median Home Value
$1,000,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,844/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$102,279
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in South CarolinaPopulation rankingHighest population places in South CarolinaNearest larger communityJames Island, South Carolina4.8 miles away · 12,660 residents.

About Folly Beach

Folly Beach is a coastal city on Folly Island in Charleston County, South Carolina, situated within the Charleston metropolitan area. Renowned for its popular public beaches, numerous surf spots, and several adjacent National Register of Historic Places sites, the community of approximately 1,267 is served by the Charleston County School District for public primary and secondary education.

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Low PopulationA+100.0ratingRegional Two-Party Electoral BalanceA+97.4ratingWater Recreation AccessA96.7rating

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