Isle of Hope, GA

Georgia · Chatham County · Savannah Metro

Isle of Hope is a small town in Georgia with a population of 1,945. Residents earn $101,316 per year, which is 35% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0

B+ Good

1,945 Population 992/sq mi density

$101,316 Median Income $121,123 per capita

$431,000 Home Value $577,755 Zillow

68°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr

116 Violent Crime/100K 3,279 property/100K

B+

Overall

3.8 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

A+

Economy

5.0 / 5.0

$101,316 median income, 1.1% unemployment

Affordability

4.3 / 5.0

$431,000 home value

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

116 violent crimes/100K (70% below avg)

A+

Education

5.0 / 5.0

61.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $101,316

35% higher than US avg

Home Value $431,000

53% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 116/100K

70% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 61.1%

81% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 25.7%

20% lower than US avg

Unemployment 1.1%

69% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.3%

90% lower than US avg

How Isle of Hope Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,945

Median Age48.5 yrs

Density992/mi²

Male / Female41% / 59%

Largest GroupWhite 97%

Veterans7.2%

Economy

A+

Median Income$101,316

Per Capita$121,123

Unemployment1.1%

Poverty1.3%

County GDP$28,463M

Commute18 min

Housing

Home Value$431,000

RentN/A

Ownership96.6%

Zillow$577,755

Housing Units1,011

Rent Burden31.2%

Crime

Violent116/100K

Property3,279/100K

Health

Obesity25.7%

Uninsured6.7%

Smoking8.7%

Depression20.7%

Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)

AQI44 (Good)

Rain48.1 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation12 ft (4 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+61.1%

High School+99.6%

Graduate+20.4%

School Score4.41

Community

2024 VoteR 41% / D 59%

Commute18 min

Broadband97.2%

EV Stations71

Libraries12

Is Isle of Hope a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Isle of Hope receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Isle of Hope offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Isle of Hope is $101,316, which is significantly higher than the national average / 35% above $75,149. This places Isle of Hope among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Isle of Hope is $431,000, making it a premium housing market at 53% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Isle of Hope is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 116 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,279 per 100,000, 67% above the national average.

Education

Isle of Hope is a highly educated community / 61.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 99.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Isle of Hope enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Isle of Hope has a population of 1,945 with a density of 992 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles. The median age is 48.5 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 59.2% female and 40.8% male. The city is predominantly White (96.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.5% of residents. 7.2% of the population are veterans. 14.3% of residents have a disability. 96.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,945

Total Population

992

People / sq mi

48.5yrs

Median Age

25% above US avg

2.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.8%

Female 59.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Isle of Hope vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.5%

24% above US avg

Spanish 2.5%

81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Isle of Hope vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Isle of Hope is $101,316, which is 35% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $121,123 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,189, 17% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 10,826 business establishments, including 1,148 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.3, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 9.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Isle of Hope vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$101,316
	35% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$121,123
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,189
IRS Avg AGI	$82,142
Gini Index	0.476 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.1%
	69% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.3%
	90% below US avg
Establishments (County)	10,826
County GDP	$28,463M

Business (County)

Restaurants	1,148
Healthcare	946
Retail	1,395
Manufacturing	213

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,591
	60% above US avg
Cost of Living	96.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	17.5 min
Drive Alone	84.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Isle of Hope is $431,000, 53% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $577,755, higher than the Census estimate. Fair market rent ranges from $1,023 for a one-bedroom to $1,203 for a two-bedroom apartment. 96.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,011 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1965. The average annual property tax is $5,591 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 31.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$431,000
	53% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$577,755

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	31.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$979
1 Bedroom	$1,023
2 Bedrooms	$1,203
3 Bedrooms	$1,524
4 Bedrooms	$1,775

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	96.6%
Owner-Occupied	96.6%
Renter-Occupied	3.4%
Housing Units	1,011
Median Year Built	1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,591
	60% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.30%

In Isle of Hope, 25.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.1% of residents, below the national average. 28.3% have high blood pressure. 8.7% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 20.9% report binge drinking. 15.0% are physically inactive, below the national average. 20.7% report depression. 14.5% experience frequent mental distress. 6.7% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,078. The dentist ratio is 1:1,394. 89.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.5 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Isle of Hope vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	25.7%
	20% below US avg
Diabetes	7.3%
Heart Disease	4.1%
High Blood Pressure	28.3%
Asthma	9.0%
COPD	3.9%
Cancer	8.0%
Stroke	2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	8.7%
	38% below US avg
Binge Drinking	20.9%
Physical Inactivity	15.0%
Depression	20.7%
Mental Distress	14.5%
Physical Distress	9.4%
Short Sleep	33.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	96.3%
Uninsured	6.7%
	22% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,078
Dentists	1:1,394
Mental Health	1:465
Checkup Rate	77.3%
Dental Visits	74.7%
Premature Death	10,235/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.5/10
Exercise Access	89.3%
Healthcare Facilities	946

Isle of Hope has a violent crime rate of 116 per 100,000 residents, 70% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,279 per 100,000, 67% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 38 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Isle of Hope receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Isle of Hope vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	115.7/100K
	70% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	3,279.3/100K
	67% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	38
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Isle of Hope enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44. The city sits at an elevation of 12 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	67.5°F
	25% above US avg
January Average	51°F (10°C)
July Average	83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	12 ft (4 m)
Area	2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density	992/sq mi
Coordinates	31.9859°N, 81.0525°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Chatham County County
Nearest Airport	Savannah/Hilton Head International (SAV) 13 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.1"

27% above US avg

Snowfall 0.0"

Wettest Month (Aug) 7.32"

Driest Month (Nov) 2.44"

Air Quality

AQI Median	44.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0417 ppm
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)	2.43 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	9.0 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively High
Risk Score	97.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability	42.1 / 100
Community Resilience	93.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Very High
Earthquake	Relatively Moderate
Wildfire	Relatively Moderate
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Relatively High
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Very Low
Coastal Flood	Very High

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

34 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M3.9 on Jun 18, 2022.

Aug 21, 1992	1 km SSE of Centerville, South Carolina	M4.1	139 km
Jun 18, 2022	7 km E of Stillmore, Georgia	M3.9	115 km
Apr 17, 1995	0 km NNW of Centerville, South Carolina	M3.9	140 km
Jul 13, 2003	6 km N of Cobbtown, Georgia	M3.6	110 km
Nov 13, 1990	4 km SSW of Ladson, South Carolina	M3.5	137 km
Nov 8, 2002	24 km SSE of Kiawah Island, South Carolina	M3.5	115 km
Aug 29, 2009	2 km NE of Summerville, South Carolina	M3.2	144 km
May 5, 2003	4 km NNW of Summerville, South Carolina	M3.1	144 km
Jul 20, 2004	7 km WSW of Centerville, South Carolina	M3.1	133 km
Mar 29, 1999	3 km NNW of Sangaree, South Carolina	M3.0	147 km
Jul 26, 2002	4 km NNW of Summerville, South Carolina	M3.0	144 km
Mar 19, 2014	0 km WNW of Centerville, South Carolina	M3.0	139 km
Jul 7, 2002	1 km NW of Sangaree, South Carolina	M2.9	146 km
Mar 2, 2003	7 km S of Centerville, South Carolina	M2.9	134 km
Feb 7, 1990	9 km S of Centerville, South Carolina	M2.9	132 km
May 12, 2010	6 km SSW of Ladson, South Carolina	M2.8	136 km
Jul 31, 2012	5 km S of Centerville, South Carolina	M2.8	136 km
Jul 16, 2002	5 km SSW of Ladson, South Carolina	M2.8	136 km
Jan 11, 2002	6 km SSW of Ladson, South Carolina	M2.7	136 km
May 1, 2004	3 km ENE of Goose Creek, South Carolina	M2.7	149 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

19 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Helene (2024, Cat 2).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2024	Helene	Category 4	226 km
2023	Idalia	Category 3	205 km
2022	Ian	Category 1	200 km
2020	Isaias	Category 1	147 km
2019	Dorian	Category 3	152 km
2018	Michael	Category 1	269 km
2016	Matthew	Category 3	54 km
2014	Arthur	Category 2	209 km
2005	Ophelia	Category 1	286 km
2004	Gaston	Category 1	172 km
2004	Charley	Category 1	119 km
1999	Floyd	Category 3	209 km
1999	Dennis	Category 2	272 km
1999	Irene	Category 1	150 km
1996	Bertha	Category 2	245 km
1989	Hugo	Category 4	148 km
1985	Kate	Category 1	238 km
1985	Bob	Category 1	57 km
1984	Diana	Category 3	191 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

206 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 16 fatalities, 261 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 5, 2022	EF4	59 km	1
Apr 13, 2020	EF4	83 km	5
May 11, 2008	EF4	75 km	0
Apr 9, 1998	EF3	54 km	2
Apr 13, 2020	EF2	87 km	0
May 23, 2017	EF2	5 km	0
Feb 9, 2017	EF2	62 km	0
Oct 27, 2009	EF2	62 km	0
Mar 15, 2008	EF2	51 km	0
Mar 15, 2008	EF2	41 km	0
Jul 1, 2003	EF2	90 km	0
Jul 1, 2003	EF2	93 km	0
Sep 3, 1998	EF2	71 km	1
Apr 9, 1998	EF2	71 km	4
May 3, 1984	EF2	89 km	0
May 23, 1980	EF2	8 km	0
May 3, 1975	EF2	59 km	0
May 12, 1974	EF2	83 km	2
May 12, 1974	EF2	64 km	0
Nov 9, 1973	EF2	3 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1886	CHARLESTON, SC	Earthquake	—	—	142 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (12,186 ac, 2008).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2008	UNNAMED	12,186	57 km
2007	UNNAMED	10,963	49 km
2008	UNNAMED	10,163	47 km
2008	UNNAMED	4,291	68 km
2010	UNNAMED	4,269	58 km
2008	UNNAMED	4,021	51 km
2011	ELIM CHURCH RD. FIRE	3,850	70 km
2001	UNNAMED	3,827	69 km
2010	UNNAMED	3,746	56 km
2010	UNNAMED	3,521	39 km
1994	UNNAMED	3,469	57 km
2010	UNNAMED	2,990	57 km
2004	UNNAMED	2,880	39 km
2008	UNNAMED	2,845	28 km
2008	UNNAMED	2,768	41 km
2008	UNNAMED	2,748	42 km
1994	UNNAMED	2,732	61 km
2004	UNNAMED	2,661	81 km
2008	UNNAMED	2,650	45 km
2004	UNNAMED	2,553	57 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	51°F (10°C)	3.9 in	Coldest
February	53°F (12°C)	3.2 in
March	59°F (15°C)	3.9 in
April	66°F (19°C)	3.0 in
May	73°F (23°C)	3.6 in
June	79°F (26°C)	5.3 in
July	83°F (28°C)	6.0 in	Warmest
August	81°F (27°C)	7.3 in	Wettest
September	77°F (25°C)	5.6 in
October	68°F (20°C)	3.1 in
November	60°F (16°C)	2.4 in	Driest
December	53°F (12°C)	2.9 in

Isle of Hope has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 51°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.3") and November the driest (2.4").

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Isle of Hope is located in Chatham County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 61.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 81% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.6% have completed high school. 20.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 58.7% of the vote, a 18-point margin. 97.2% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 71 EV charging stations. There are 12 public libraries serving the community. 946 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 84.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.6%

D 58.7%

Winner: Democrat by 18 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	38
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	61.1%
	81% above US avg
High School+	99.6%
Graduate Degree+	20.4%
School Test Score	4.41

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	992/sq mi
Total Area	2.3 sq mi
County	Chatham County County

Services

Broadband Access	97.2%
Avg Download Speed	125.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	22.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	71
Alt Fuel Stations	75
Public Libraries	12
Healthcare Facilities	946
Restaurants	1,148
Retail Stores	1,395

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	17.5 min
Drive Alone	84.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	9.5%

Average costs for common services in Isle of Hope. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$241 ($144–$385)
Specialist Visit	$337 ($193–$530)
Urgent Care Visit	$193 ($96–$337)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,119 ($770–$4,815)
Dental Cleaning	$125 ($72–$193)
Dental Filling	$241 ($144–$385)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$43 ($24–$72)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$72 ($48–$116)
Brake Pad Replacement	$289 ($144–$482)
Tire Rotation	$39 ($19–$72)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$578 ($385–$963)
Battery Replacement	$193 ($96–$337)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$96 ($58–$144)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$87 ($48–$135)
HVAC Repair	$385 ($144–$770)
HVAC System Install	$6,741 ($3,852–$11,556)
Roof Repair	$963 ($385–$1,926)
Roof Replacement	$8,667 ($5,297–$14,445)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,445 ($482–$3,371)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,445 ($4,815–$28,890)
DUI Defense	$4,815 ($1,926–$9,630)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,445 ($770–$2,889)
Will Preparation	$482 ($193–$963)
Trust Preparation	$2,408 ($963–$4,815)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$43)
Women's Haircut	$53 ($29–$96)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$144 ($72–$241)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$43)
Pedicure	$39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour)	$77 ($48–$125)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.95 ($2.89–$5.30)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.37 ($2.41–$4.82)
Loaf of Bread	$3.66 ($2.41–$5.30)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.33 ($2.89–$6.26)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.30 ($3.85–$7.22)
Rice (per lb)	$0.96 ($0.58–$1.73)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$135 ($77–$241)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$67 ($29–$144)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$67 ($39–$116)
Internet (Monthly)	$67 ($39–$96)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$63 ($29–$96)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$82 ($48–$144)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$193 ($72–$482)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,926 ($1,156–$3,371)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$67 ($29–$125)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.70–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$96 ($29–$241)
Driver's License Renewal	$29 ($14–$72)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,156 ($578–$2,408)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$963 ($482–$1,926)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$385 ($193–$674)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$48 ($24–$96)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$963 ($385–$2,408)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,038 ($4,815–$28,890)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$58 ($29–$96)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$96 ($48–$193)
Dog Grooming	$58 ($29–$96)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$39 ($19–$72)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$289 ($144–$482)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$193 ($96–$385)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$444
Toddler	$420
Preschool	$424
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$433
Toddler	$407
Preschool	$411

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Chatham County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Accommodation & Food Services	21,786	1,241	$29,135	1.40
Health Care & Social Assistance	21,145	1,064	$64,138	0.86
Manufacturing	19,982	296	$98,541	1.42
Retail Trade	19,816	1,440	$41,355	1.16
Transportation & Warehousing	15,588	702	$61,331	2.16
Administrative & Waste Services	13,565	714	$43,196	1.35
Construction	7,786	764	$73,615	0.87
Wholesale Trade	6,511	429	$86,345	0.97
Professional & Technical Services	5,807	1,128	$84,059	0.49
Other Services	5,068	682	$47,581	0.99
Educational Services	4,081	106	$71,422	1.16
Real Estate	3,034	608	$59,126	1.14
Arts & Entertainment	2,712	186	$33,326	0.94
Finance & Insurance	2,663	468	$110,755	0.38
Information & Technology	1,235	166	$67,941	0.39
Management of Companies	726	57	$87,926	0.25
Utilities	679	13	$98,634	1.05
Unclassified	290	627	$68,576	1.22
Agriculture & Forestry	80	17	$44,515	0.06
Mining & Oil/Gas	45	5	$77,436	0.07

Radio Stations near Isle of Hope

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality

National Parks Near Isle of Hope

11 national parks and monuments found near Isle of Hope.

Park	Type	Fee
Edisto Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Frederica National Monument	National Monument	Free
Fort Mcallister State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Pulaski National Monument	National Monument	$10
Hunting Island State Park	State Park	Free
Jekyll Island State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Warren State Park	State Park	Free
Lincol State Park	State Park	Free
Magnolia Springs State Park	State Park	Free
Reconstruction Era National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Skidaway Island State Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Isle of Hope

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	2,331	$74,926
2015	2,581	$78,510
2017	2,412	$86,406
2019	2,487	$110,625
2021	2,308	$90,944
2023	1,945	$101,316

Museums in Isle of Hope

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
ALEXANDER HALL GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		9125255100	$379,772,463
FAHM HALL GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		9125255100	$379,772,463
GUTSTEIN GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		9125254743	$379,772,463
HALL STREET GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		9125254948	$379,772,463
PEI LING CHAN GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		9125255100	$379,772,463
PINNACLE GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		9125254950	$379,772,463
SCAD MUSEUM OF ART	ART MUSEUM			$379,772,463
OWENS-THOMAS HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	124 ABERCORN ST	9127908889	$6,831,609
TELFAIR MUSEUM OF ART	ART MUSEUM		9127908800	$6,831,609
SAVANNAH HISTORY MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		9126516825	$4,159,250
GEORGIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9126512125	$2,941,829
TYBEE ISLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 366	9127865801	$1,159,824
SAVANNAH SCIENCE MUSEUM	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM	305 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD	9124478655	$191,032
KING-TISDELL COTTAGE FOUNDATION	HISTORY MUSEUM		9122348000	$144,339
EIGHTH AIR FORCE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9127488884	$141,536
MIGHTY EIGHTH AIR FORCE HERITAGE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	175 BOURNE AVENUE	9127488888	$121,147
BLUFFTON HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	70 BOUNDARY ST	8437576293	$80,020
FLANNERY O'CONNOR CHILDHOOD HOME	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9122336014	$64,753
ARMSTRONG FINE ARTS GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		9123442576
ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
BEACH INSTITUTE CULTURAL CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		9122348000
BILLIE BURN MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		8438422435
BONAVENTURE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	330 BONAVENTURE ROAD	9124124687
CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF AFRICAN DIASPORA MUSEUMS & COMMUNITI	GENERAL MUSEUM
CENTRAL OF GEORGIA/ROUNDHOUSE COMPLEX	GENERAL MUSEUM		9126516823
COASTAL GEORGIA BOTANICAL GARDENS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		9129215460
COASTAL HERITAGE SOCIETY- SAVANNAH CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	655 LOUISVILLE ROAD	9126516840
COCKSPUR ISLAND LIGHTHOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9127865801
FORT MORRIS HISTORIC SITE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9128845999
FORT PULASKI NATIONAL MONUMENT	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	US HIGHWAY 80 EAST	9127865787
GRAY'S REEF NATIONAL MARINE SANCTUARY	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION		9125982345
ISAIAH DAVENPORT HOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9122368097
ISLE OF HOPE HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9123548187
JULIETTE GORDON LOW BIRTHPLACE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9122334501
MASSIE HERITAGE CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		9122015070
MERCER-WILLIAMS HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	429 BULL STREET	9122366352
PINPOINT HERITAGE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9123550064
RALPH MARK GILBERT CIVIL RIGHTS MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		9127776099
RICHMOND HILL HERITAGE SOCIETY	GENERAL MUSEUM	11460 FORD AVENUE	9127563697
RICHMOND HILL HISTORICAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9127563697
SAVANNAH YOUTH MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	14 BRANDLE LN SAVANNAH	9122368488
SORREL WEED HOUSE	GENERAL MUSEUM		9122368888
THUNDERBOLT MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9123510836
TYBEE ISLAND MARINE SCIENCE CENTER	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		9127865917
WORMSLOE PLANTATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9123533023

Libraries in Isle of Hope

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
LIVE OAK PUBLIC LIBRARIES	2002 BULL STREET	0.0	1,426,481

Farmers Markets in Isle of Hope

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Farmers Market of Bluffton	40 Calhoun Street	01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015	Thu: 2:00 PM-7:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Forsyth Farmers' Market	1 West Park Avenue	01/02/2016 to 12/17/2016	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Pooler Farmers' Market	200 Preston Stokes Drive	03/04/2015 to 12/09/2015	Wed: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Savannah State Farmers Market	701 U.S. Highway 80-West
Wilmington Island Farmers' Market	111 Walthour Road	03/05/2016 to 06/25/2016	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit

Breweries in Isle of Hope

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Boar's Head Grill & Tavern	Seafood Restaurant, Bars & Clubs, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Brewery, Bar, Taverns	1 Lincoln St	9126519660	Visit
Coca-cola Bottling Co.	Beverage Manufacturers, Bottlers, Breweries	102 Coleman Blvd	9127480033	Visit
Service Brewing Company, Service Brewing Co	Other Food & Drink, Food & Drink, Brewery	574 Indian St
Southbound Brewing Co, Southbound Brewing Company	Breweries, Food & Drink	107 E Lathrop	19127773686
Southbound Brewing Company	Brewery	107 E Lathrop Ave	9123351737	Visit
Spanky's Pizza Galley & Saloon	American Restaurant and Brewery	1221 Louisville Rd	9127488188

Cell Towers in Isle of Hope

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
2810 DIXIE AVE	TOWER	122
7 Little Neck Road	TOWER	110
(Keller site) 18074 Hwy 144	TOWER	98
1002 S. SAVANNAH HIGHWAY	TOWER	76
2201 Harris Trail Road	TOWER	67
11512 Abercorn Street	TOWER	48

Bridges in Isle of Hope

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2003	213	50,000	G
Culvert	Concrete	2004	30	50,000	G
Culvert	Concrete	2004	28	50,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2005	206	41,100	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2003	213	28,800	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1959	60	19,308	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2005	206	17,400	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1980	160	4,750	F
Culvert	Concrete	2004	26	1,900	G
Culvert	Concrete	2004	26	1,900	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1959	60	1,606	F

Amtrak Stations in Isle of Hope

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Savannah, GA	2611 Seaboard Coastline Drive	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Isle of Hope

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
ARIZONA CHEMICAL CO.	1201 W. LATHROP AVE.	CHATHAM
CAROLINA REFINERY	STATE HIGHWAY 21	CHATHAM
SOUTHERN LNG INC.	ELBA ISLAND	CHATHAM

Airports Near Isle of Hope

31 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Savannah Hilton Head International Airport	SAV	Large Airport
Beaufort MCAS - Merritt Field	—	Medium Airport
Brunswick Golden Isles Airport	BQK	Medium Airport
Hilton Head Airport	HHH	Medium Airport
Hunter Army Air Field	SVN	Medium Airport
Airy Hall Airport	—	Small Airport
Aubrey's Airpark	—	Small Airport
Barbour Island Airport	—	Small Airport
Beaufort Executive Airport	BFT	Small Airport
Briar Patch Airport	—	Small Airport
Briggs Field	—	Small Airport
Cypress Lakes Airport	—	Small Airport
Davis Airport	—	Small Airport
Eagle Neck Airport	—	Small Airport
Edisto Island Private Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Evans UAS Strip	—	Small Airport
Heath Green Skyranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Hodges Airpark	—	Small Airport
Lewis Airport	—	Small Airport
Liberty County Airport	—	Small Airport
Marsh Point Airport	—	Small Airport
MidCoast Regional Airport at Wright Army Airfield	LIY	Small Airport
Patterson Island Airport	—	Small Airport
Pegasus Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Plantation Airpark	—	Small Airport
Ridgeland-Claude Dean Airport	—	Small Airport
Sapelo Island Airport	—	Small Airport
Southern Agricultural Aviation Airport	—	Small Airport
Statesboro Bulloch County Airport	TBR	Small Airport
Swaids Field	—	Small Airport
Townsend Air Strip	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Isle of Hope

13 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

. Georgia Southern Police
Chatham County Islands Precint formerly SCMPD Precinct	54 Johnny Mercer Boulevard
Chatham County Police Department - West Chatham Precinct
Federal Bureau Investigation, Savannah, GA
Georgia Ports Authority Police Department	100 Main Street
Savannah Airport Police Department
Savannah Chatham Metropolitan Police	102 E Lathrop Ave
Savannah Metropolitan Police Department Headquarters	201 Habersham Street
Savannah Police Central Precinct	1710 Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Savannah Police Department Training Unit (3401 Edwin St)	3401 Edwin Street
Savannah Police Street
Tybee Island Police Department	78 Van Horne Avenue
U.S. Customs and Border Protection	1, 3 East Bay Street

Grocery Stores in Isle of Hope

6 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
CVS PHARMACY 7228	Other	7360 SKIDWAY RD
DOLLARTREE 8166	Other	7360 Skidaway Rd
Parker's 82	Convenience Store	1930 E Montgomery Crossroads
Sam's Club 8202	Super Store	1975 E Montgomery Xrd
Sunoco Food Mart	Convenience Store	7361 Skidaway Rd
Walmart S/C 605	Super Store	1955 E Montgomery Xrd

Post Offices in Isle of Hope

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Oglethorpe Station Post Office

Treatment Centers in Isle of Hope

8 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Gateway Behavioral Health Services - Azalea Clinic	Both	912-525-2717
Gateway Behavioral Health Services - Behavioral Health Crisis Center	Both	912-417-9471
Gateway Behavioral Health Services - Jasmine Clinic for Child and Adol Svcs	Both	912-503-9968
Gateway Behavioral Health Services - Magnolia Center for Addictive Disorder	Both	912-790-6500
HealthQwest - Frontiers	Substance Abuse	912-335-1699
Malinda Graham and Associates	Both	912-200-4775
Memorial Health Univ Medical Center - Center for Behavioral Medicine	Both	912-350-2664
Recovery Place Community Services - Substance Abuse Treatment Services	Substance Abuse	912-355-5938

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Frequently Asked Questions About Isle of Hope

What is the population of Isle of Hope?

Isle of Hope has a population of 1,945 residents and is located in Georgia. The population density is 992 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 59.2% female and 40.8% male.

Is Isle of Hope expensive to live in?

Isle of Hope has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 96.3 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $101,316, 35% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $431,000 (53% above the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Isle of Hope safe?

Isle of Hope is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 116 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,279 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Isle of Hope receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Isle of Hope?

Isle of Hope enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 44.

How is the job market in Isle of Hope?

The job market in Isle of Hope is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,189. There are 10,826 business establishments in the area, including 1,148 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 9.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Isle of Hope?

The median home value in Isle of Hope is $431,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $577,755. The homeownership rate is 96.6%. The average annual property tax is $5,591.

How are the schools in Isle of Hope?

Schools in Isle of Hope have an average test score of 4.4 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 61.1% of adults in Isle of Hope hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.6% have completed high school. 20.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Isle of Hope?

The obesity rate in Isle of Hope is 25.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.7% of adults are smokers. 15.0% are physically inactive. 20.7% of residents report depression. 6.7% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 89.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,078.

What is transportation like in Isle of Hope?

The average commute in Isle of Hope is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 84.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Isle of Hope?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Isle of Hope is 96.8% White. 97.5% of residents speak only English at home. 7.2% of the population are military veterans. 14.3% of residents have a disability. 96.3% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Dutch Island, GA 1,353 pop · 1.7 mi Skidaway Island, GA 8,907 pop · 3.3 mi Thunderbolt, GA 2,552 pop · 3.4 mi Montgomery, GA 4,704 pop · 3.7 mi Whitemarsh Island, GA 6,918 pop · 3.8 mi Wilmington Island, GA 14,457 pop · 4.6 mi Talahi Island, GA 1,028 pop · 5.5 mi Savannah, GA 147,546 pop · 8.7 mi Garden City, GA 10,375 pop · 10.1 mi Georgetown, GA 11,606 pop · 10.4 mi Tybee Island, GA 3,121 pop · 11.6 mi Henderson, GA 2,591 pop · 12.6 mi Pooler, GA 27,235 pop · 14.5 mi Richmond Hill, GA 17,408 pop · 16.3 mi

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Economy 13/13

Housing 12/17

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Crime & Safety 3/12

Climate & Environment 17/19

Community 14/14

Cost of Services 3/3

Historical Trends 3/3

Geography 6/6

Places & Facilities 15/32

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