Charleston

Overview for Charleston, SC

147,928 people live in Charleston, where the median age is 35.5 and the average individual income is $50,240. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

147,928

Total Population

35.5 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$50,240

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Charleston, SC

Population Households Employment

Charleston has 63,760 households, with an average household size of 2.23. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Charleston do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 147,928 people call Charleston home. The population density is 1,288.65 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

147,928

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

35.5

Median Age

47.45 / 52.55%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

63,760

Total Households

2.23

Average Household Size

$50,240

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Charleston, SC

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Mixed Schools ()

The following schools are within or nearby Charleston. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Name

Around Charleston, SC

There's plenty to do around Charleston, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

1

Car-Dependent

Walking Score

41

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

20

Minimal Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Park Circle Co-Op, VIP Bistro, and Chido Taco.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Park Circle Co-Op page on Yelp Search 4546 Durant Ave on Google Maps	Dining	4.32 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the VIP Bistro page on Yelp Search 616 Meeting St on Google Maps	Dining	1.55 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Chido Taco page on Yelp Search 4707 Dorchester Rd on Google Maps	Dining	3.92 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Tarte Sweetery page on Yelp	Dining	2.72 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Lowcountry Boil page on Yelp Search 1379 Ashley River Rd on Google Maps	Dining	2.44 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Brooks Brothers page on Yelp Search 205 King St on Google Maps	Shopping	3.22 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Mixson Avenue Dog Park page on Yelp Search 4856 Mixson Ave on Google Maps	Active	4.86 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the OM Sailing Charters page on Yelp Search 24 Patriots Point Rd on Google Maps	Active	4.11 miles	20 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the International Ballroom Dance Studios page on Yelp Search 1938 Ashley River Rd on Google Maps	Active	3.27 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Kor4 Elite Fitness page on Yelp Search 1561 Sam Rittenberg Blvd on Google Maps	Active	2.4 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the DanceFX - Charleston page on Yelp Search 700 King St on Google Maps	Active	1.77 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Studio Barre page on Yelp Search 1956 Maybank Hwy on Google Maps	Active	3.82 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Fly Dog Fitness Boot Camps page on Yelp Search 4800 Park Cir on Google Maps	Active	4.6 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Smythe Park page on Yelp Search 2364 Daniel Island Dr on Google Maps	Active	4.05 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the High Tide Harbor Tours page on Yelp Search 98 Ripley Point Dr on Google Maps	Active	2.66 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Cos Bar Charleston page on Yelp Search 201 King St on Google Maps	Beauty	3.22 miles	14 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Totality Medispa page on Yelp Search 128 Columbus St on Google Maps	Beauty	2.18 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Restore Hyper Wellness - South Mt. Pleasant page on Yelp Search 893 Houston Northcutt Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	4.72 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Charleston Facial Plastic Surgery page on Yelp Search 67 Broad St on Google Maps	Beauty	3.53 miles	12 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Charleston Wellness Studios page on Yelp Search 720 Magnolia Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	2.44 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars