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Jasper County: Fastest-Growing U.S. County Driven by Retirees

4/12/2026

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Jasper County, South Carolina, has become the fastest-growing county in the United States, with population rising from 29,000 in 2020 to about 38,000 in 2026.
Much growth is driven by retirees moving to Latitude Margaritaville, attracted by sunny weather, low taxes, and proximity to Hilton Head Island and Savannah, Georgia.
Latitude Margaritaville offers pool parties and a movie theater, creating a vibrant social atmosphere for residents.

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Story summary

Jasper County, South Carolina, has become the fastest-growing county in the United States, with population rising from 29,000 in 2020 to about 38,000 in 2026.
Much growth is driven by retirees moving to Latitude Margaritaville, attracted by sunny weather, low taxes, and proximity to Hilton Head Island and Savannah, Georgia.
Latitude Margaritaville offers pool parties and a movie theater, creating a vibrant social atmosphere for residents.