Berkeley County, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
238,723 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
29.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$82,327 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$280,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$464 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,343 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Charleston-North Charleston Metro Area
4
South Carolina
5
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Charleston-North Charleston Metro Area
5
South Carolina
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 46
Feb 3 0 49
Mar 4 0 56
Apr 3 0 63
May 3 0 71
Jun 5 0 78
Jul 5 0 81
Aug 6 0 80
Sep 5 0 75
Oct 3 0 65
Nov 3 0 57
Dec 3 0 49

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 39%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, SC State Senate District 37, SC State House District 100, SC
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Schools

Berkeley Intermediate
2 miles, W • 1.9 star
Berkeley Middle
2 miles, W • 1.9 star
St John's Christian Academy
4 miles, W • 4.6 star
Berkeley High
4 miles, W • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Charleston Southern University
17 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Trident Technical College
20 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Trident Medical Center
18 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Mount Pleasant Hospital
25 miles, S • 5 star
East Cooper Medical Center
27 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Myrtle Beach International Airport
68 miles, E • 2.3 star
Florence Regional Airport
69 miles, NE • 1 star
Columbia Metropolitan Airport
84 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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