OK so I'm a 45-year-old project manager and Poverty rate is 6.3%, which is pretty low. With a population of 152K, Charleston is a mid-size city. Household incomes average around $90,038 in Charleston. Homes are going for about $469,100 on average. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Am I overthinking this? It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much.
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jaxsoul2023
underrated comment
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Landon Phillips
I've been living here for 9 years and I'd say it's been a really good experience overall. The healthcare is hit or miss compared to other places I've lived. Overall Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Liam Hernandez
I've lived in Lakewood for about 13 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I love the pace of life here. When I first moved here from Raleigh, I was surprised by housing market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- The healthcare scene is improving
The downsides:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Urban sprawl is real
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for young professionals. No regrets on my end..
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Cooper Morales
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I'm still on the fence after all this time. Internet is improving in most areas.
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Mason J.
Weather-wise, the summers are tough and winters are wild. You get used to it after the first year.
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Valentina C.
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's been a really good experience overall. Internet is average in most areas.
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