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Port Royal, SC vs Beaufort, SC

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Are people in Beaufort older or younger than people in Port Royal?
- The Median Age in Beaufort is 8.4 years older than in Port Royal.

Are housing costs cheaper in Beaufort or Port Royal?
- Beaufort housing costs are 21.6% more expensive than Port Royal housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Beaufort or Port Royal?
- The average commute for residents of Beaufort is 0.3 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Port Royal.

Things to do in Port Royal?
Port Royal, SC is an unincorporated community and part of Beaufort County situated near South Carolina coast with a population estimated around 300 people living there . Port Royal hosts one main event each year – Blessing Of The Fleet Festival that brings crowds from all year for celebration honoring shrimping heritage linked with this community since 1660's when first volunteers crewed South Carolina’s first warships named “The Grand Port Royal Expedition. Other activities include beachcombing at Hunting Island gathering shells or exploring nearby marshlands on Duggan’s Island making great bird watching locations ideal for nature lovers out there.

Things to do in Beaufort?
Beaufort, SC is an attractive city east of Savannah home to numerous wonderful sights including Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park exhibiting tranquil beaches or Beaufort History Museum showcasing many artifacts; they organize vibrant events like Gullah Festival each spring.

 Port Royal, SCBeaufort, SCUnited States
 Population  Unlock12,899329,725,481
 Median Income$63,645  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock34.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$283,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.1%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time17.57  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Beaufort    17 Reviews

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My husband and I moved here a year and a half ago. We have already made more friends here, than we had in other places we have lived. Most of our neighbors are from  More

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This place is exactly what you'd expect for a small town. Great for old people who like a slow lifestyle of fishing and pig pickings. Horrible for young people --  More

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We are relocating to the area and I am wondering about the elementary school special needs programs. I will i appreciate any  More

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