Charleston, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
152,014 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
51.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
57.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$90,038 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$469,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$690 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,465 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
48.7% 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 County
4
Charleston-North Charleston Metro Area
4
South Carolina
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Charleston County
5
Charleston-North Charleston Metro Area
5
South Carolina
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 47
Feb 3 0 50
Mar 4 0 57
Apr 3 0 64
May 3 0 72
Jun 5 0 78
Jul 5 0 81
Aug 6 0 80
Sep 5 0 75
Oct 4 0 66
Nov 3 0 58
Dec 3 0 50

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right.

Liberal (48%) (47%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 42%
Hillary Clinton 51%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, SC State Senate District 20, SC State House District 119, SC
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Schools

Greg Mathis Charter High
1 miles, N • 2.3 star
Mary Ford Elementary
2 miles, N • 1 star
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Colleges

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Hospitals

Musc Medical Center
3 miles, S • 2.3 star
Roper Hospital
4 miles, S • 5 star
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Airports

Myrtle Beach International Airport
84 miles, E • 2.3 star
Florence Regional Airport
95 miles, NE • 1 star
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