Best In South Carolina Real Estate™: Hilton Head

Hilton Head’s in-migration fell 4.4% year-over-year between 2021-22 and 2022-23, according to new IRS migration data. While this marks a decline, it’s not a sign of weakness—it’s a signal of market maturity. The data shows that the Lowcountry is no longer growing through sheer influx, but through retention and stability. This shift favors long-term investors and community-rooted assets. For real estate professionals, the focus must now shift from acquisition to retention. The most valuable properties are those that anchor families, not just attract them. Year-Over-Year Change in Households Moving In, top 10 (ALEX Intelligence — U.S. Internal Revenue Service 2023) #1 Chatham County, GA — 24 #2 Onslow County, NC — 19 #3 Effingham County, GA — 19 #4 Miami-Dade County, FL — 18 #5 Berkeley County, SC — 17 #6 Horry County, SC — 14 #7 Orange County, FL — 12 #8 Palm Beach County, FL — 11 #9 Aiken County, SC — 11 #10 Monroe County, NY — 9 Source: https://alex-companies.com/data/2026-11-05-hilton-head-mig-trend-in-total View and join any or all of our communities — AI, quantum, and real estate: https://alex-companies.com/reports/linkedin-groups If there's an AI, quantum, or real estate community you'd like to see us convene, tell us — this portfolio grows by request. Real Estate Strategy & Intelligence Leader. Democratized Blue Ocean Strategist & Operator. Diane Hart Alexander, MBA, MHA Chair & CEO, ALEX Companies Designated Broker, Alexander Tiffany Southwest, LLC dba ALEX.realestate, et.al. Texas License #574877-B · Broker License #565194-BB [email protected] · +1 713.591.9902