County profile · South Carolina
Georgetown County, SC market data
How Georgetown County compares with other counties for 56 business types: competitors, household spending, official counts and growth.
- Population, 2025
- 65,912
- +3.8% since 2020
- Households
- 27,129
- Median household income
- $68,713
- +41.8% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $289,500
- Jobs located here
- 25,133
- Highest market score
- 76
- Roofing and gutters, #80 of 1,177 scored counties
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What this means
Georgetown County has an estimated 65,912 people and 27,129 households. Population estimates show Georgetown County grew 3.8% from 2020 to 2025, faster than the U.S. (+3.1%). Median household income in Georgetown County is $68,713, 15% below the U.S. median of $80,734. Against the 2015–2019 survey, the median rose 41.8%, before inflation.
Relative to the U.S., household spending in Georgetown County runs highest on vehicle insurance (an index of 128, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on memberships, classes and admissions (73).
Of the business types scored in Georgetown County, roofing and gutter companies (76), collision repair and body shops (76) and martial arts and dance studios (74) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For roofing and gutter companies, that ranks #80 of 1,177 scored counties.
Georgetown County is part of the Murrells Inlet area. Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for funeral homes (2.8 times the U.S. rate) and lowest for gyms (37% below the U.S. rate).
All 56 business types in Georgetown County
Highest Groundwork market score first. Each score compares Georgetown County with other counties for that business type, from 0 to 100. Spending per listing divides a whole spending line (all vehicle repairs, all eating out) by one type’s listings: the demand for each competitor, not a business’s revenue. Compare it across markets with its index, where 100 is the U.S. figure for the same type; the real estate types, whose line is all housing costs, show the index only. How the score works.
| Business type | Score | Rank among counties | Listings | Per 10k households | Spending per listing | Spending per listing vs. U.S. (100) | Official establishments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roofing and gutters | 76 | #80 of 1,177 | 7 | 2.6 | $11.1M | 131 | 3 |
| Collision repair and body shops | 76 | #113 of 1,327 | 5 | 1.8 | $5M | 161 | 4 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | 74 | #95 of 1,334 | 7 | 2.6 | $2.8M | 138 | 3 |
| Gyms | 73 | #168 of 1,792 | 13 | 4.8 | $1.5M | 115 | 4 |
| Auto repair shops | 70 | #339 of 2,378 | 43 | 15.9 | $578K | 130 | 19 |
| Home repair trades | 66 | #332 of 2,057 | 28 | 10.3 | $2.8M | 114 | 44 |
| Child care and preschools | 65 | #395 of 1,611 | 11 | 4.1 | $1.1M | 110 | 15 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | 65 | #421 of 2,088 | 27 | 10.0 | $720K | 109 | 7 |
| Auto repair and car care | 64 | #576 of 2,401 | 78 | 28.8 | $319K | 119 | 34 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | 63 | #454 of 1,889 | 21 | 7.7 | $4.8M | 115 | 12 |
| House cleaning | 62 | #201 of 847 | 6 | 2.2 | $6.6M | 103 | 14 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | 60 | #755 of 2,222 | 34 | 12.5 | $2.9M | 96 | 47 |
| Veterinarians | 58 | #549 of 1,485 | 12 | 4.4 | $2M | 73 | 7 |
| Pet stores | 57 | #365 of 974 | 5 | 1.8 | $4.8M | 105 | 3 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | 57 | #743 of 2,063 | 27 | 10.0 | $3.7M | 100 | 12 |
| HVAC and plumbing | 55 | #682 of 1,707 | 17 | 6.3 | $4.6M | 96 | 30 |
| Funeral homes | 54 | #615 of 1,472 | 16 | 5.9 | $332K | 49 | 6 |
| Insurance agencies | 53 | #1,012 of 2,272 | 43 | 15.9 | $1.6M | 125 | 35 |
| Nail salons | 52 | #639 of 1,328 | 17 | 6.3 | $1.4M | 84 | 3 |
| Car washes and detailing | 52 | #671 of 1,451 | 9 | 3.3 | $2.8M | 110 | 6 |
| Pizza | 51 | #997 of 2,090 | 29 | 10.7 | $3.4M | 68 | 47 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | 50 | #704 of 1,493 | 17 | 6.3 | $2.3M | 80 | 46 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | 50 | #753 of 1,461 | 18 | 6.6 | $1.3M | 52 | 5 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | 49 | #409 of 777 | 7 | 2.6 | $2.8M | 68 | 4 |
| Grocery stores | 49 | #1,056 of 2,070 | 21 | 7.7 | $7.7M | 83 | 14 |
| Convenience stores | 48 | #1,211 of 2,261 | 39 | 14.4 | $4.1M | 52 | 8 |
| Property management | 47 | #487 of 910 | 6 | 2.2 | Index only | 121 | 21 |
| Pet businesses | 47 | #1,258 of 2,200 | 46 | 17.0 | $517K | 59 | 15 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | 46 | #521 of 887 | 15 | 5.5 | Index only | 69 | 3 |
| Barbershops | 46 | #813 of 1,356 | 14 | 5.2 | $1.7M | 90 | Under 3 |
| Chiropractors | 45 | #886 of 1,490 | 15 | 5.5 | $2M | 82 | 8 |
| Gas stations | 45 | #1,412 of 2,358 | 50 | 18.4 | $1.6M | 66 | 37 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | 43 | #1,136 of 1,771 | 30 | 11.1 | $1.3M | 79 | 69 |
| Grocery and convenience stores | 43 | #1,496 of 2,402 | 79 | 29.1 | $2M | 60 | 22 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | 42 | #1,080 of 1,656 | 15 | 5.5 | $2M | 111 | 109 |
| Laundromats | 41 | #496 of 785 | 5 | 1.8 | $10.1M | 81 | 3 |
| Hair salons | 40 | #1,659 of 2,339 | 69 | 25.4 | $345K | 80 | 15 |
| Physical therapy | 36 | #1,075 of 1,422 | 15 | 5.5 | $2M | 82 | 15 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 34 | #2,009 of 2,385 | 143 | 52.7 | $167K | 78 | 28 |
| Pest control | 33 | #583 of 699 | 7 | 2.6 | $5.7M | 55 | 9 |
| Tire shops | 33 | #1,195 of 1,530 | 21 | 7.7 | $1.2M | 47 | 6 |
| Spas and skin care | 31 | #1,510 of 1,769 | 41 | 15.1 | $581K | 66 | 8 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | 31 | #1,686 of 2,087 | 63 | 23.2 | $801K | 63 | 41 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 31 | #1,995 of 2,405 | 368 | 135.6 | $271K | 73 | 162 |
| Optometrists and eye care | 30 | #1,092 of 1,302 | 15 | 5.5 | $2M | 63 | 7 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | 30 | #1,855 of 2,210 | 87 | 32.1 | $580K | 66 | 51 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | 29 | #2,065 of 2,176 | 127 | 46.8 | Index only | 58 | 66 |
| Real estate | 29 | #2,105 of 2,229 | 150 | 55.3 | Index only | 62 | 101 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | 28 | #1,705 of 1,886 | 39 | 14.4 | $758K | 77 | 29 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 28 | #2,135 of 2,405 | 236 | 87.0 | $423K | 64 | 102 |
| Dry cleaners | 24 | #468 of 507 | 5 | 1.8 | $10.1M | 64 | 7 |
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 23 | #2,256 of 2,394 | 450 | 165.9 | $66K | 43 | 173 |
| Electricians | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 1.5 | $19.3M | 161 | 11 |
| Home inspectors | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 0.7 | Index only | Too few | Under 3 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.4 | $24.9M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.4 | $29.6M | Too few | 5 |
Household spending in Georgetown County
What households here spend in a year on each line, in total and per household, with the index against the U.S. average (100).
| Spending line | A year, all households | Per household | Index vs. U.S. (100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle maintenance and repairs | $24.9M | $916 | 96 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $79.2M | $2,920 | 113 |
| Food away from home | $99.8M | $3,680 | 90 |
| Groceries | $161.1M | $5,937 | 94 |
| Personal care products and services | $23.8M | $878 | 87 |
| Child care and other personal services | $12.1M | $446 | 77 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $19.4M | $716 | 73 |
| Medical and dental services | $29.6M | $1,090 | 85 |
| Pets | $23.8M | $876 | 96 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $50.4M | $1,859 | 90 |
| Vehicle insurance | $67.7M | $2,496 | 128 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $77.4M | $2,853 | 95 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $39.6M | $1,459 | 103 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $404.9M | $14,926 | 90 |
Household spending is estimated from the incomes of the households in each neighborhood, using what households at each income spent nationally in 2024, adjusted for the region. It counts what residents spend, wherever they spend it.
Population and households in Georgetown County
- Population, 2025 estimate
- 65,912+3.8% since 2020
- Households
- 27,129
- Median age
- 50.9
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 84%
- Vehicles per household
- 1.9
- Land area
- 814 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 80
- Median household income
- $68,713+41.8% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $100,202
- Median home value
- $289,500
- Jobs located here
- 25,133
- Daytime population
- 61,754Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
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Questions
How fast is Georgetown County, SC growing?
Population estimates put Georgetown County at 65,912 people in 2025, up 3.8% since 2020, faster than the U.S. (+3.1%). It has 27,129 households. Median household income rose 41.8% from the 2015–2019 survey, before inflation.
How much do households in Georgetown County, SC spend?
Households in Georgetown County spend about $404.9M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $161.1M on groceries and $99.8M on food away from home. Set against the U.S., households in Georgetown County spend the most on vehicle insurance (an index of 128, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on memberships, classes and admissions (73).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Georgetown County, SC?
The highest Groundwork market scores in Georgetown County are for roofing and gutter companies (76), collision repair and body shops (76) and martial arts and dance studios (74). Georgetown County ranks #80 of 1,177 scored counties for roofing and gutter companies.
How does Georgetown County, SC compare with the U.S.?
The median household income in Georgetown County is $68,713 a year, 15% below the U.S. median of $80,734. The population rose 3.8% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $289,500, against $332,700 for the U.S. For its number of households, Georgetown County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for funeral homes (2.8 times the U.S. rate) and the fewest for gyms (37% below the U.S. rate).
What is the Groundwork market score?
The Groundwork market score runs from 0 to 100 and compares a market with others of its kind for one business type: states with states, metro areas with metro areas, small-town markets and counties with their own. It weighs household spending per competitor (35%), households per business with payroll (25%), population growth (20%) and spending power (20%), each ranked against those peers. A higher score means that, taken together, the market has more household spending and more households for each business already there, faster population growth and more spending per household than similar markets. It describes a market, not any one site or deal. 52 of the 56 business types have a score in Georgetown County, each ranked against other counties.
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