Hilton Head Population 2026
Hilton Head has a population of 37,099, making it the #1214 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in South Carolina. It is about 237× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
37,099
Rank in United States
#1214
Coordinates
32.22°N, 80.75°W
~3 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
815 km
506 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 Hilton Head
- Hilton Head Island40,512 people · ~3 km away
- Bluffton16,728 people · ~10 km away
- Wilmington Island15,138 people · ~32 km away
- Savannah147,780 people · ~36 km away
- Pooler23,133 people · ~48 km away
- Hinesville33,398 people · ~89 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Hilton Head?
Hilton Head has a population of 37,099 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1214 biggest city in United States.
What state is Hilton Head in?
Hilton Head is located in South Carolina, United States.
Is Hilton Head the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 815 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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