North Charleston

North Charleston, South Carolina Overview

North Charleston scores 47.2/100 overall (C), ranking #11 of 20 cities in South Carolina — above the state composite of 44.0. Growth is the city’s relative strength at 78/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 9/100.

Income & Employment in North Charleston

The median household income in North Charleston is $64,070, 3% above the statewide median of $62,064. The local unemployment rate of 3.5% is matching the state’s 3.5%. Population grew 3.5% recently.

Safety in North Charleston

With a violent crime rate of 926.2 per 100,000, North Charleston exceeds the South Carolina average of 492. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 4791 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in North Charleston

North Charleston has a cost of living index of 100.6 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $267,700. Median monthly rent is $1,364.

Health & Wellness in North Charleston

The adult obesity rate in North Charleston is 35.2%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 13.2%. Residents report an average of 17.5 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. South Carolina ranks #39 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in North Charleston

North Charleston has a high school graduation rate of 82.6%. The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Per-pupil spending is $15,555. The city has 31 public schools serving 19,199 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in North Charleston

North Charleston enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 66.7°F. Summers average 80.2°F. Winters average 54.7°F. Annual precipitation is 47.8 inches.

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