Folly Beach

Overview for Folly Beach, SC

1,267 people live in Folly Beach, where the median age is 62 and the average individual income is $82,963. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

1,267

Total Population

62 years

Median Age

Low

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$82,963

Average individual Income

Around Folly Beach, SC

There's plenty to do around Folly Beach, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

11
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
28
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Locklear's on Little Oak, Folly Beach Farmers Market, and Lost Dog Cafe.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Locklear's on Little Oak Logo
Dining · $$ 0.16 miles 288 reviews 4.1/5 stars
Folly Beach Farmers Market Logo
Dining · $$$ 0.83 miles 3 reviews 3/5 stars
Lost Dog Cafe Logo
Dining · $$ 0.88 miles 1196 reviews 4.5/5 stars
Dining 0.89 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Circle K Logo
Dining 0.91 miles 7 reviews 2.7/5 stars
3 Gulls Creamery Logo
Dining 0.92 miles 1 review 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Folly Beach, SC

Population Households Employment

Folly Beach has 619 households, with an average household size of 2.05. Data provided by Statistics Canada. Here’s what the people living in Folly Beach do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by Statistics Canada. 1,267 people call Folly Beach home. The population density is 101.3 and the largest age group is Data provided by Statistics Canada.

1,267

Total Population

Low

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

62

Median Age

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-19:

10-19 Years

20-24:

20-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
619

Total Households

2.05

Average Household Size

$82,963

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Schools in Folly Beach, SC

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Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby Folly Beach. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Property Listings

Aerial view of coastal marsh and tidal creeks, with a wooded island and small dock.
For Sale
MLS® 26015259

$6,500,000

0 Cole Island, Folly Beach, SC 29439
1 Bed 0.5 Bath 300 Sq.Ft.
Weathered Cole Island sign in front of a rustic cabin among trees.
For Sale
MLS® 26014656

$6,500,000

0 Cole, Folly Beach, SC 29439
Coastal living room with suspended porch swings and ocean views through sliding glass doors.
For Sale
MLS® 26003455

$4,900,000

113 E Arctic Avenue # B, Folly Beach, SC 29439
4 Beds 4.5 Baths 3,159 Sq.Ft.
Aerial view of beachside homes beside a wide sandy shore and ocean.
For Sale
MLS® 26025661

$3,850,000

720 W Ashley Avenue, Folly Beach, SC 29439
5 Beds 4.5 Baths 3,532 Sq.Ft.
Modern white coastal home among trees, with a rooftop deck, pool, and ocean view.
For Sale
MLS® 26025292

$3,600,000

2 Red Sunset Lane, Folly Beach, SC 29439
4 Beds 4.5 Baths 3,636 Sq.Ft.
Coastal home beside a tidal creek, with a dock and marshland stretching into the distance.
For Sale
MLS® 26003415

$3,384,000

268 Little Oak Island Drive, Folly Beach, SC 29439
4 Beds 4.5 Baths 3,164 Sq.Ft.
Aerial view of homes and docks amid winding tidal creeks and green salt marsh.
For Sale
MLS® 26022824

$3,230,000

1896 Bowens Island Road, Charleston, SC 29412
4 Beds 3.5 Baths 4,156 Sq.Ft.
Aerial view of a marked site beside Stono River and Battery Island Boat Landing.
Pending
MLS® 26004891

$3,000,000

2421 Sol Legare Road, Charleston, SC 29412
1626 E Ashley Avenue
For Sale
MLS® 26026088

$2,837,500

1626 E Ashley Avenue, Folly Beach, SC 29439
4 Beds 4.5 Baths 3,158 Sq.Ft.
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