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Goose Creek, SC
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Goose Creek, SC
At a Glance
How Goose Creek Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Goose Creek's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Goose Creek a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Goose Creek residents earn a median household income of $87,437 , which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,772. The unemployment rate stands at 1.9% (47% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 916 business establishments, including 82 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Goose Creek is $279,500 , 1% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $319,460. Median rent is $1,611/month, with 28.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 93.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1999.
Safety & Crime
Goose Creek reports 240 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 37% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,670/100K.
Education
29.4% of adults in Goose Creek hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% below the national average). 92.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Goose Creek has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.