Question: What are the differences between Beaufort, North Carolina, and Beaufort, South Carolina?
Answer: Beaufort, North Carolina (pronounced “BOW-fert”), is the state’s third-oldest town in the Inner Banks, originally founded as a fishing hub known as “Fishtown,” with around 4,000 residents and a strong maritime heritage near Cape Lookout. Beaufort, South Carolina (pronounced “BEW-fert”), the second-oldest town in its state, founded in 1711, boasts charming historic homes, sleepy streets, and a boating culture near Hilton Head, earning “South’s Best Small Town” honors for its vibrant community vibe.
