Bamberg County Medicare at a glance
| Bamberg County | South Carolina | |
|---|---|---|
| Residents age 65 and older | 3,162 | 1,037,931 statewide |
| Share of residents age 65+ | 24.4% | 19.3% statewide |
| People with Medicare | 3,561 | 1,294,203 statewide |
| Enrolled in Medicare Advantage | 2,106 | 604,910 statewide |
| Medicare Advantage share | 59.1% | 46.7% statewide |
Figures come from the Census Bureau and CMS (September 2026).
Among South Carolina’s 46 counties, Bamberg County comes in 45th for residents age 65 and up (3,162). Older adults make up 24.4% of the population here; the state figure is 19.3%. About 931 more people are 60 to 64 and are heading toward Medicare; our turning 65 guide explains their first steps. Census 2023 estimates show 57% of the 65-plus population is under 75, 31% is 75 to 84 and 11% is 85 or older. Medicare Advantage enrollment in Bamberg County is 59.1% of people with Medicare, higher than the South Carolina average of 46.7%. Averages cannot choose a plan for you. Medicare Advantage and Original Medicare with a Medigap plan each suit different people, depending on doctors, medicines and how you prefer to handle costs, and we compare both at your ZIP code.
Who has Medicare in Bamberg County
The USDA classifies Bamberg County as: urban population of fewer than 5,000, not adjacent to a metro area. With fewer hospitals and clinics close by, the right Medicare plan here is often the one whose network includes the providers you can really reach.
CMS counts 3,666 Medicare beneficiaries in Bamberg County (2023). Their average age is 73, about the same as the South Carolina average of 73. About 11% 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 Bamberg County, CMS reported about 678 emergency room visits and 194 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 10% 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.
Where you live decides which Medicare Advantage and Part D plans you can join, and Bamberg County may have a different set of plans than the counties around it. We are not based in Bamberg County; we help Bamberg County residents by phone or video call.
Hospitals and doctors near Bamberg County
CMS Hospital General Information lists no acute care, critical access or children’s hospital located inside Bamberg County. Residents often use hospitals in neighboring counties, which matters for Medicare Advantage because a plan’s network may include or leave out the hospital you use. We check your hospitals and doctors before you enroll.
Communities and ZIP codes in Bamberg County
The largest communities in Bamberg County by 2023 Census population estimates are Denmark (3,099), Bamberg (2,985), Ehrhardt (442), Olar (208), Govan (52). Each figure counts only the people living inside the county.
ZIP codes that fall mostly inside Bamberg County include 29003, 29042, 29081, 29843. Plan availability can change by ZIP code, so have yours ready when we compare plans.
Questions about Medicare in Bamberg 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 Bamberg County residents
As an independent agency we are not tied to one insurer, so for Bamberg County residents we can compare Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement (Medigap), Part D drug plans, ACA health insurance, ICHRA, group health insurance, life insurance, final expense insurance and annuities.
Get a clear answer for Bamberg County
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Get my plan comparisonPlain-English Medicare answers
- What happens if you do nothing during open enrollment?
- When can you switch Medicare plans? Every enrollment window
- What Medicare Part D actually costs
- Medigap Plan G vs. Plan N
Bamberg 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 |
| Hampton County | 3,653 | 57.7% | 9% | Rural |
| McCormick County | 3,987 | 48.4% | 5% | Rural |
| Barnwell County | 4,105 | 58.1% | 12% | 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.