Medicare in Hampton County by the numbers
| Hampton County | South Carolina | |
|---|---|---|
| Residents age 65 and older | 3,653 | 1,037,931 statewide |
| Share of residents age 65+ | 20.2% | 19.3% statewide |
| People with Medicare | 4,678 | 1,294,203 statewide |
| Enrolled in Medicare Advantage | 2,697 | 604,910 statewide |
| Medicare Advantage share | 57.7% | 46.7% statewide |
Data: U.S. Census Bureau (2023 population estimates); CMS, September 2026. Medicare Advantage share is enrollees divided by people with Medicare.
Hampton County ranks 42nd of 46 South Carolina counties by number of residents age 65 and older, with about 3,653 people in that age group, or 20.2% of residents (statewide: 19.3%). Another 1,136 residents are age 60 to 64 and will reach Medicare eligibility within about five years (see our turning 65 guide). Among residents 65 and older, 59% are 65 to 74, 32% are 75 to 84 and 9% are 85 or older (Census 2023 estimates). About 57.7% of people with Medicare in Hampton County are enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan. That is higher than the South Carolina average of 46.7%. What most people do in a county is less important than what fits you. We weigh Medicare Advantage against Original Medicare with Medigap using your doctors, your drugs and your budget.
Who has Medicare in Hampton County
Hampton County is a rural county; the U.S. Department of Agriculture describes it as: urban population of fewer than 5,000, adjacent to a metro area. Rural counties tend to have fewer local hospitals and doctors, so a plan’s network and the distance to care matter a great deal.
CMS counts 4,824 Medicare beneficiaries in Hampton County (2023). Their average age is 73, about the same as the South Carolina average of 73. About 9% are “dual eligible,” meaning they have both Medicare and Medicaid, higher than the state figure of 7%. Where many people have both, special plans for dual-eligible members can matter; see our Medicaid and dual eligible guide, since availability varies by plan and area.
Among people in Original Medicare in Hampton County, CMS reported about 881 emergency room visits and 208 inpatient hospital stays per 1,000 beneficiaries in 2023, which is higher than the state average for emergency visits (563) and close to it for hospital stays (202). About 11% received home health care. These figures describe how people use care under Original Medicare; they do not show what any plan covers or costs.
Sources: CMS Medicare Geographic Variation, 2023; USDA Rural-Urban Continuum Codes, 2023.
Insurers choose which counties to serve each year, which means the Medicare Advantage and Part D plans you can pick in Hampton County can be different from the ones offered next door. We are not based in Hampton County; we help Hampton County residents by phone or video call.
Hospitals located in Hampton County
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) lists this hospital in Hampton County:
- Hampton Regional Medical Center — Varnville (acute care; nonprofit; emergency services)
A hospital being in the county does not mean every plan covers it. Medicare Advantage networks differ by plan, so we check the hospitals and doctors you actually use before you enroll. Ratings are CMS Care Compare overall hospital star ratings; they describe the hospital, not whether a plan covers it. Source: CMS Hospital General Information.
Communities and ZIP codes in Hampton County
Census Bureau 2023 estimates put the biggest communities in Hampton County at Hampton (2,610), Estill (1,767), Varnville (1,622), Yemassee (958), Brunson (416), Gifford (251), counting only the part of each community inside the county.
ZIP codes that fall mostly inside Hampton County include 29911, 29916, 29918, 29921, 29922, 29923, 29924, 29939, 29944. Plan availability can change by ZIP code, so have yours ready when we compare plans.
Questions about Medicare in Hampton County?
Reach out to us: fill out our short form or call (571) 354-0146, and a licensed agent will compare the plans available to you, check your doctors and drugs, and stay with you each year at renewal. For general Medicare information, the federal helpline is 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227).
Medicare resources from official sources
- Medicare Plan Finder on Medicare.gov, searchable by ZIP code.
- Social Security: Medicare to enroll or check status.
- Medicare.gov: Medigap on how Medicare Supplement works.
- HealthCare.gov if you are not yet on Medicare.
- South Carolina Department of Insurance: South Carolina’s insurance regulator, including agent license lookup.
Coverage we offer Hampton County residents
Here is what we can help Hampton County residents with, drawing on plans from many insurers: ICHRA, group health insurance, life insurance, final expense insurance, annuities, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement (Medigap), Part D drug plans and ACA health insurance.
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Get my plan comparisonMedicare guides for Hampton County residents
- Medicare Advantage vs. Medigap: how to choose
- Medicare Parts A, B, C and D explained
- What Medicare Part D actually costs
- Can I change my Medicare plan after December 7?
Hampton County compared with similar South Carolina counties
| County | Residents 65+ | Medicare Advantage share | Dual eligible share | Area type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lee County | 3,384 | 56.5% | 16% | Rural |
| McCormick County | 3,987 | 48.4% | 5% | Rural |
| Barnwell County | 4,105 | 58.1% | 12% | Rural |
| Bamberg County | 3,162 | 59.1% | 11% | Rural |
| Allendale County | 1,678 | 59.9% | 13% | Rural |
| Clarendon County | 7,974 | 53.2% | 11% | Rural |
See every South Carolina county in our South Carolina directory or go to our South Carolina Medicare hub.