North Charleston, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
117,460 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,789 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$267,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$511 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,173 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
43.4% 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 2 0 50
Mar 4 0 56
Apr 2 0 63
May 2 0 71
Jun 5 0 78
Jul 5 0 81
Aug 6 0 80
Sep 5 0 75
Oct 4 0 66
Nov 2 0 57
Dec 2 0 49

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right.

Liberal (52%) (45%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 43%
Hillary Clinton 52%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, SC State Senate District 42, SC State House District 113, SC
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Schools

RB Stall High
1 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Palmetto Scholars Academy
2 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Pepperhill Elementary
2 miles, N • 1 star
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Colleges

Trident Technical College
2 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Trident Medical Center
4 miles, N • 1.4 star
Musc Medical Center
11 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Airports

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