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 Monarch Wine Merchants, Babas on Meeting, and Tarte Sweetery.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Monarch Wine Merchants page on Yelp Search 1107 King St on Google Maps	Dining	1.17 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Babas on Meeting page on Yelp Search 804 Meeting St on Google Maps	Dining	1.13 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Tarte Sweetery page on Yelp	Dining	2.72 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Keel-N-Time Fishing Charters page on Yelp Search 135 Folly Rd Blvd on Google Maps	Active	3.42 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the All In One Charters page on Yelp Search 119 Spring St on Google Maps	Active	2.18 miles	27 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Pale Horse CrossFit page on Yelp Search 62 Brigade St on Google Maps	Active	1.29 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Jibe Cycling Studio page on Yelp Search 48 Alexander St on Google Maps	Active	2.94 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Longevity Fitness Charleston page on Yelp Search 163 Rutledge Ave on Google Maps	Active	2.46 miles	13 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Session Sports page on Yelp Search 62 Brigade St on Google Maps	Active	1.29 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Charleston Fish Rod Bending Company page on Yelp Search 141 Folly Rd Blvd on Google Maps	Active	3.68 miles	11 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Palmetto Clips page on Yelp Search 10 Exchange St on Google Maps	Beauty	3.65 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Cos Bar Charleston page on Yelp Search 201 King St on Google Maps	Beauty	3.22 miles	15 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Sculpt Dental Spa page on Yelp Search 198 Rutledge Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	2.29 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Amber Dawn Cosmetics page on Yelp Search 973 Houston Northcutt Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	4.7 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Studio J page on Yelp Search 946 Orleans Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	3.61 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Solt Wellness page on Yelp Search 137 President St on Google Maps	Beauty	2.15 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Totality Medispa page on Yelp Search 128 Columbus St on Google Maps	Beauty	2.18 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Sweet Emotions Hair and Makeup Studio page on Yelp Search 628 Dupont Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	3.77 miles	5 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
Visit the Charleston Wax Girl page on Yelp Search 1126 Lango Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	2.25 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Ageless Medical Spa & Hair Restoration page on Yelp Search 180 Wingo Way on Google Maps	Beauty	4.13 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars