Isle of Palms, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 1/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
4,350 332.4M (US)
Median Age
54.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
69.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$148,029 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$1,192,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,254 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,736 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
40.3% 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 48
Feb 3 0 51
Mar 4 0 57
Apr 3 0 64
May 3 0 72
Jun 5 0 79
Jul 5 0 82
Aug 6 0 80
Sep 5 0 76
Oct 4 0 67
Nov 3 0 58
Dec 3 0 50

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right.

Liberal (47%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 43%
Hillary Clinton 51%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, SC State Senate District 43, SC State House District 112, SC
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Schools

Laing Middle
4 miles, N • 3.7 star
Jennie Moore Elementary
4 miles, N • 4.1 star
Mamie Whitesides Elementary
5 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Colleges

College of Charleston
11 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Mount Pleasant Hospital
5 miles, N • 5 star
East Cooper Medical Center
6 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Musc Medical Center
11 miles, W • 2.3 star
Roper Hospital
12 miles, W • 5 star
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Airports

Myrtle Beach International Airport
77 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Florence Regional Airport
96 miles, NE • 1 star
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