Bluffton Population 2026
Bluffton has a population of 16,728, making it the #2804 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in South Carolina. It is about 526× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,728
Rank in United States
#2804
Coordinates
32.24°N, 80.86°W
~6 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
817 km
507 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Carolina
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia | 142,416 | #196 |
| Charleston | 132,609 | #212 |
| North Charleston | 108,304 | #291 |
| Mount Pleasant | 81,317 | #446 |
| Rock Hill | 71,548 | #534 |
| Greenville | 64,579 | #616 |
| Summerville | 48,848 | #901 |
| Sumter | 40,816 | #1089 |
Cities near Bluffton
- Hilton Head37,099 people · ~10 km away
- Hilton Head Island40,512 people · ~12 km away
- Wilmington Island15,138 people · ~28 km away
- Savannah147,780 people · ~28 km away
- Pooler23,133 people · ~39 km away
- Hinesville33,398 people · ~82 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bluffton?
Bluffton has a population of 16,728 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2804 biggest city in United States.
What state is Bluffton in?
Bluffton is located in South Carolina, United States.
Is Bluffton the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 817 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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