Kiawah Island, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 1/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
2,196 332.4M (US)
Median Age
66.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
83.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
86.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$236,607 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$1,723,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,501 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,359 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
28.6% 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 58
Apr 3 0 65
May 3 0 73
Jun 5 0 79
Jul 5 0 81
Aug 7 0 81
Sep 5 0 76
Oct 4 0 66
Nov 3 0 58
Dec 3 0 51

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 55%
Hillary Clinton 38%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, SC State Senate District 43, SC State House District 115, SC
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Schools

Mt Zion Elementary
4 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Charleston Collegiate School
7 miles, N • 4.6 star
Edith L Frierson Elementary
7 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Haut Gap Middle
7 miles, N • 2.8 star
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Colleges

College of Charleston
14 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Roper Hospital
13 miles, NE • 5 star
Musc Medical Center
13 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Myrtle Beach International Airport
98 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Columbia Metropolitan Airport
110 miles, N • 1.4 star
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