James Island, SC
South Carolina · Charleston County · Charleston-North Charleston Metro
James Island is a small city in South Carolina with a population of 11,738. Residents earn $100,176 per year, which is 33% above the national average.
Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated August 2026
4.7
/5.0
A+
Excellent
11,738
Population
2,425/sq mi density
$100,176
Median Income
$44,971 per capita
$454,200
Home Value
$1,021,686 Zillow
$1,443
Median Rent
26.8% income on rent
67°F
Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$100,176 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$454,200 home value, $1,443/mo rent
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
48.0% bachelor's degree or higher
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Median Income
$100,176
33% higher than US avg
Home Value
$454,200
61% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
48.0%
42% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$1,443
24% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
26.5%
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment
1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.0%
68% lower than US avg
How James Island Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population11,738
Median Age41.3 yrs
Density2,425/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans10.4%
Economy
A+Median Income$100,176
Per Capita$44,971
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$50,462M
Commute23 min
Housing
AHome Value$454,200
Rent$1,443
Ownership85.9%
Zillow$1,021,686
Housing Units4,790
Rent Burden26.8%
Health
Obesity26.5%
Uninsured4.4%
Smoking8.8%
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease4.1%
Climate
Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.3 in/yr
Elevation9 ft (3 m)
Education
A+Bachelor's+48.0%
High School+93.9%
Graduate+16.8%
School Score5.44
Community
2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute23 min
Broadband88.8%
EV Stations74
Libraries18
Is James Island a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, James Island receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. James Island stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in James Island is $100,176, which is significantly higher than the national average / 33% above $75,149. This places James Island among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in James Island is $454,200, making it a premium housing market at 61% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,443 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 48.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
James Island enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
James Island has a population of 11,738 with a density of 2,425 people per square mile, spread across 4.8 square miles. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.2% female and 49.8% male. The city is predominantly White (83.4%), with 2.4% Hispanic, 12.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.1% of residents. 10.4% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 13.1% of residents have a disability. 95.6% have health insurance coverage.
Population
11,738
Total Population
2023 Census
2,425
People / sq mi
41.3yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
4.8mi²
Land Area
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
James Island vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
James Island vs U.S. Average
The median household income in James Island is $100,176, which is 33% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,971 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,313. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 22,449 business establishments, including 1,560 restaurants. The cost of living index is 93.7, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 15.1% of workers work from home.
Income: James Island vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $100,176 |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $44,971 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,313 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $126,097 |
| Gini Index | 0.514 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.4% |
| 61% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 4.0% |
| 68% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 22,449 |
| County GDP | $50,462M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,560 |
| Healthcare | 1,541 |
| Retail | 2,099 |
| Manufacturing | 332 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,037 |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 93.70 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.11% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 73.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.3% |
| Work from Home | 15.1% |
Walkability
The median home value in James Island is $454,200, 61% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,021,686, higher than the Census estimate. According to Redfin, the median sale price is $485,000 with homes selling in an average of 64 days. Homes sell for 95.4% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,443 (24% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $982 for a one-bedroom to $1,155 for a two-bedroom apartment. 85.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 4,790 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1973. The average annual property tax is $5,037 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 26.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.5x.
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $454,200 |
| 61% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $1,021,686 |
| Redfin Median Sale | $485,000 |
| Median List Price | $575,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median Sale Price | $485,000 |
| Median List Price | $575,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $302 |
| Homes Sold | 8 |
| Days on Market | 64 days |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.4% |
| Price Drops | 17.5% |
| Inventory | 57 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,443 |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 26.8% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 85.9% |
| Owner-Occupied | 85.9% |
| Renter-Occupied | 14.1% |
| Housing Units | 4,790 |
| Median Year Built | 1973 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,037 |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.11% |
In James Island, 26.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.1% of residents, below the national average. 26.0% have high blood pressure. 8.8% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 25.4% report binge drinking. 15.7% are physically inactive, below the national average. 22.0% report depression. 14.1% experience frequent mental distress. 4.4% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:807. The dentist ratio is 1:868. 87.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.4 out of 10.
Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS - 2026-05-25)
PM2.5
8.5
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
13.2
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
2.3
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
63.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.4
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
106.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide
Health Metrics: James Island vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 26.5% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.0% |
| Heart Disease | 4.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.0% |
| Asthma | 8.4% |
| COPD | 4.2% |
| Cancer | 7.9% |
| Stroke | 2.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 8.8% |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 25.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 15.7% |
| Depression | 22.0% |
| Mental Distress | 14.1% |
| Physical Distress | 9.5% |
| Short Sleep | 28.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.6% |
| Uninsured | 4.4% |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:807 |
| Dentists | 1:868 |
| Mental Health | 1:214 |
| Checkup Rate | 77.2% |
| Dental Visits | 74.2% |
| Premature Death | 8,317/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 87.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,541 |
James Island enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. 74% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 9 feet, near sea level.
Temperature
51°F Jan (10°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 67.2°F |
| 24% above US avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 9 ft (3 m) |
| Area | 4.8 sq mi (12.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,425/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.7361°N, 79.9372°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Charleston County County |
| Nearest Airport | Charleston Afb/International (CHS) 13 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 73.5% |
| Unhealthy Days | 0 |
Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)
| Ozone (O₃) | 0.0396 ppm |
| NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide) | 6.6 ppb |
| SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide) | 0.41 ppb |
| PM2.5 (Fine Particles) | 7.9 μg/m³ |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively High |
| Risk Score | 98.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 22.4 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 96.1 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very High |
| Earthquake | Relatively High |
| 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)
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1886 | CHARLESTON, SC | Earthquake | - | - | 19 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 53°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 4.9 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 5.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 6.1 in | Wettest |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 5.3 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 60°F (16°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 2.9 in |
James Island has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 51°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.1") and November the driest (2.3").
James Island is located in Charleston County. It is classified as Metro / 250K-1M, part of a metropolitan area. 48.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 42% above the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. 16.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 51.9% of the vote, a 5.7-point margin. 88.8% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 74 EV charging stations. There are 18 public libraries serving the community. 1,541 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 73.3% of workers drive alone to work.
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Democrat by 5.7 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 57 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 0.0 / 4.0 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 48.0% |
| 42% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.9% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 16.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.44 |
A+
Education Grade (4.8/5.0)
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro / 250K-1M |
| Population Density | 2,425/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.8 sq mi |
| County | Charleston County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 88.8% |
| Avg Download Speed | 198.8 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 22.9 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 74 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 77 |
| Public Libraries | 18 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,541 |
| Restaurants | 1,560 |
| Retail Stores | 2,099 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 22.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 73.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.3% |
| Work from Home | 15.1% |
Average costs for common services in James Island. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $234 ($141-$375) |
| Specialist Visit | $328 ($187-$515) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $187 ($94-$328) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,061 ($750-$4,685) |
| Dental Cleaning | $122 ($70-$187) |
| Dental Filling | $234 ($141-$375) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $42 ($23-$70) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $70 ($47-$112) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $281 ($141-$469) |
| Tire Rotation | $37 ($19-$70) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $562 ($375-$937) |
| Battery Replacement | $187 ($94-$328) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $94 ($56-$141) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $84 ($47-$131) |
| HVAC Repair | $375 ($141-$750) |
| HVAC System Install | $6,559 ($3,748-$11,244) |
| Roof Repair | $937 ($375-$1,874) |
| Roof Replacement | $8,433 ($5,154-$14,055) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,406 ($469-$3,280) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $14,055 ($4,685-$28,110) |
| DUI Defense | $4,685 ($1,874-$9,370) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,406 ($750-$2,811) |
| Will Preparation | $469 ($187-$937) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,343 ($937-$4,685) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $23 ($14-$42) |
| Women's Haircut | $52 ($28-$94) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $141 ($70-$234) |
| Manicure | $23 ($14-$42) |
| Pedicure | $37 ($23-$61) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $75 ($47-$122) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $3.84 ($2.81-$5.15) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.28 ($2.34-$4.69) |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.56 ($2.34-$5.15) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.22 ($2.81-$6.09) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $5.15 ($3.75-$7.03) |
| Rice (per lb) | $0.94 ($0.56-$1.69) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $131 ($75-$234) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $66 ($28-$141) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $66 ($37-$112) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $66 ($37-$94) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $61 ($28-$94) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $80 ($47-$141) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $187 ($70-$469) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $1,874 ($1,124-$3,280) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $66 ($28-$122) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $14 ($7.50-$23) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $94 ($28-$234) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $28 ($14-$70) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,124 ($562-$2,343) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $937 ($469-$1,874) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $375 ($187-$656) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $47 ($23-$94) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $937 ($375-$2,343) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $11,713 ($4,685-$28,110) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $56 ($28-$94) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $94 ($47-$187) |
| Dog Grooming | $56 ($28-$94) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $37 ($19-$70) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $281 ($141-$469) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $187 ($94-$375) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $875 |
| Toddler | $814 |
| Preschool | $796 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $601 |
| Toddler | $601 |
| Preschool | $582 |
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)
Top Industries in Charleston County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Food Services | 36,782 | 1,675 | $33,658 | 1.45 |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 31,933 | 2,098 | $68,426 | 0.80 |
| Retail Trade | 30,266 | 2,258 | $43,782 | 1.09 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 21,342 | 4,352 | $104,365 | 1.10 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 19,698 | 1,449 | $47,340 | 1.20 |
| Manufacturing | 17,539 | 730 | $95,867 | 0.77 |
| Construction | 15,708 | 1,762 | $83,765 | 1.07 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 10,195 | 645 | $62,993 | 0.86 |
| Other Services | 7,662 | 1,614 | $54,112 | 0.91 |
| Finance & Insurance | 7,556 | 1,286 | $131,991 | 0.67 |
| Wholesale Trade | 7,208 | 901 | $95,748 | 0.66 |
| Real Estate | 6,388 | 1,489 | $79,278 | 1.48 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 5,247 | 432 | $32,295 | 1.12 |
| Educational Services | 4,256 | 317 | $55,374 | 0.74 |
| Information & Technology | 3,992 | 780 | $112,888 | 0.76 |
| Management of Companies | 2,220 | 240 | $97,208 | 0.47 |
| Utilities | 710 | 62 | $104,254 | 0.67 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 295 | 64 | $65,612 | 0.13 |
| Mining & Oil/Gas | 44 | 10 | $181,273 | 0.04 |
| Unclassified | 3 | 2 | $32,104 | 0.01 |
Radio Stations near James Island
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 103.5 WEZL | country | AAC | |
| 1250 WTMA | news, talk | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| WQNT The City 1450 AM/102.1 FM - Charleston, SC | classic hits | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| 105.5 The Bridge | alternative | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Ohm Radio 96.3 FM (WOHM LP) | commercial-free, community radio | MP3 128 kbps |
Campgrounds Near James Island
1 campgrounds found near James Island.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUCK HALL RECREATION AREA | 4.3/5 | 20 | $20, $28 |
National Parks Near James Island
11 national parks and monuments found near James Island.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Charles Pinckney National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| Colleton State Park | State Park | Free |
| Edisto Beach State Park | State Park | Free |
| Fort Pulaski National Monument | National Monument | $10 |
| Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park | National Historical Park | $10 |
| Givhans Ferry State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hunting Island State Park | State Park | Free |
| Huntington Beach State Park | State Park | Free |
| Kitfield Park | State Park | Free |
| Reconstruction Era National Historical Park | National Historical Park | Free |
| Santee State Park | State Park | Free |
Trails Near James Island
44 trails found near James Island.
| Trail | Miles | Surface | Hike | Bike | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SWAMP FOX/PALMETTO TRAIL | 48.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| JERICHO HORSE TRAIL | 18.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CHICKEN CREEK CANOE TRAIL | 9.3 | WATER | - | - | - |
| WAMBAW CREEK CANOE TRAIL | 8.1 | WATER | - | - | - |
| WAMBAW CYCLE TRAIL | 7.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| TUXBURY HORSE TRAIL | 7.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| WAMBAW CYCLE TRAIL | 6.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| AWENDAW PASSAGE/PALMETTO TRL | 6.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| TUXBURY HORSE TRAIL | 6.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| WADBOO CREEK CANOE TRAIL | 6.0 | WATER | - | - | - |
| WAMBAW CYCLE TRAIL | 4.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| WAMBAW CYCLE TRAIL | 4.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| WAMBAW CYCLE TRAIL | 4.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| AWENDAW CREEK CANOE TRAIL EAST | 3.8 | WATER | - | - | - |
| SOUTH TIBWIN TRAIL | 3.5 | IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| AWENDAW CREEK CANOE TRAIL WEST | 3.3 | WATER | - | - | - |
| WAMBAW CYCLE TRAIL | 3.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| WAMBAW CYCLE TRAIL | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| TUXBURY HORSE TRAIL | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| ION SWAMP | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| WAMBAW CYCLE TRAIL | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| WAMBAW CYCLE TRAIL | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| TUXBURY HORSE TRAIL | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| TUXBURY HORSE TRAIL | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| NEBO TRAIL | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SOUTH TIBWIN TRAIL | 0.6 | IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SEWEE SHELL MOUND | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SOUTH TIBWIN TRAIL | 0.5 | IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| TUXBURY HORSE TRAIL | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SOUTH TIBWIN TRAIL | 0.5 | IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| NEBO TRAIL | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| TUXBURY HORSE TRAIL | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SOUTH TIBWIN TRAIL | 0.2 | IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| WAMBAW CYCLE TRAIL | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SEWEE SHELL MOUND | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CHICKEN CREEK CANOE TRAIL | 0.2 | WATER | - | - | - |
| SOUTH TIBWIN TRAIL | 0.2 | IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SOUTH TIBWIN TRAIL | 0.1 | IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SEWEE SHELL MOUND | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SOUTH TIBWIN TRAIL | 0.1 | IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| NEBO POND SPUR | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SOUTH TIBWIN TRAIL | 0.1 | IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| WAMBAW CYCLE TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| RED WOLF ENCLOSURE SPUR | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
Museums in James Island
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HALSEY INSTITUTE OF CONTEMPORARY ART | ART MUSEUM | 161 CALHOUN STREET | 8439534422 | $16,803,457 |
| SOUTH CAROLINA AQUARIUM | ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION | 8435773474 | $8,534,145 | |
| AIKEN-RHETT HOUSE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8437231159 | $5,854,396 | |
| HISTORIC CHARLESTON FOUNDATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8438056731 | $5,854,396 | |
| CAROLINA ART ASSOCIATION | ART MUSEUM | 8437222706 | $2,549,883 | |
| MIDDLETON PLACE | HISTORY MUSEUM | 8435566020 | $2,434,954 | |
| CHARLESTON MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | 8437222996 | $2,152,551 | |
| SOUTH CAROLINA HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8437233225 | $1,448,987 | |
| CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF THE LOW COUNTRY | CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | 8438538962 | $1,093,289 | |
| PRESERVATION SOCIETY OF CHARLESTON | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8437224630 | $1,066,128 | |
| MEDAL OF HONOR MUSEUM FOUNDATION | GENERAL MUSEUM | $336,104 | ||
| USS YORKTOWN CV10 | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 40 PATRIOTS POINT RD | 8668311720 | $247,038 |
| INTERNATIONAL AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8437243776 | $192,952 | |
| PATRIOTS POINT | GENERAL MUSEUM | 40 PATRIOTS POINT ROAD | 8438842727 | $105,497 |
| FORT SUMTER-FORT MOULTRIE HISTORICAL TRUST | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | $57,912 | ||
| GULLAH GEECHEE ANGEL NETWORK | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $9,970 | ||
| AMERICAN MILITARY MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8435777000 | ||
| AMERICAN MUSEUM FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND EDUCATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| AVERY RESEARCH CENTER | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8439537609 | ||
| AVERY RESEARCH CENTER FOR AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY AND CULTURE | ART MUSEUM | 8439537609 | ||
| B R I G H T HISTORICAL ORGANIZATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8435710720 | ||
| CHARLESTON NATURAL HISTORY SOCIETY | NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM | |||
| CHRIST CHURCH PARISH PRESERVATION SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| CITADEL MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8432253294 | ||
| CLAMAGORE RESTORATION AND MAINTENANCE ASSOCIATION | HISTORY MUSEUM | |||
| COASTAL BUTTERFLY CONSERVATORY AND INSECTARIUM | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | |||
| COMMONS STUDENT ART GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 8435746111 | ||
| CONFEDERATE HERITAGE TRUST | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| DRAYTON HALL | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8437692602 | ||
| EDMONDSTON-ALSTON HOUSE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8435566020 | ||
| ERIC AND JULA ISENBURGER SOCIETY | ART MUSEUM | 8432765768 | ||
| FORT SUMTER NATIONAL MONUMENT | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8438815516 | ||
| HALSEY GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 8439534422 | ||
| HAMPTON PLANTATION STATE HISTORIC SITE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8435469361 | ||
| HUNLEY | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8437222333 | ||
| INTERNATIONAL FINE ARTS SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| JAMES HOBAN SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| JOHN RIVERS COMMUNICATION MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 58 GEORGE ST | ||
| KEITH SCHOOL MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8433886603 | ||
| MACAULAY MUSEUM OF DENTAL HISTORY | HISTORY MUSEUM | |||
| MAGNOLIA PLANTATIONS & GARDENS | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 3550 ASHLEY RIVER ROAD | ||
| MUSEUM ON COMMON | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8438499000 | ||
| NORTH CHARLESTON FIRE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8437405550 | ||
| OLD EXCHANGE AND PROVOST DUNGEON | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8437272165 | ||
| OLD SLAVE MART MUSEUM | ART MUSEUM | 8439586467 | ||
| PHILIP SIMMONS ARTIST-BLACKSMITH GUILD OF SOUTH CAROLINA | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| PLESHAKOV MUSIC CENTER | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5182633333 | ||
| SEWEE VISITOR AND ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| SOUTH CAROLINA HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 100 MEETING STREET | 8437233225 | |
| THOMAS ELFE HOUSE | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| WARNING HISTORICAL LIBRARY | HISTORY MUSEUM | 8437922288 |
Libraries in James Island
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHARLESTON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM | 68 CALHOUN STREET | 0.0 | 1,834,352 |
Farmers Markets in James Island
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston Farmers Market | 329 Meeting Street | 04/08/2017 to 11/25/2017 | Sat: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Freshfields Village Farmers Market | 149 Village Green Ln. | Visit | |||
| Goose Creek Farmers Market | 150 Howe Hall Rd. | 05/04/2013 to 11/29/2013 | Sat: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM; | ||
| Johns Island Farmers Market Homegrown | 3546 Maybank Highway | 01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014 | Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Metanoia/Chicora Farmers Market | 2005 Reynolds Avenue | Visit | |||
| Mount Pleasant Farmers Market | 645 Coleman Boulevard | 04/07/2015 to | Tue: 3:30 PM-7:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| North Charleston Farmers Market | 4800 Park Pl East | 05/11/2017 to 10/26/2017 | Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Ralph H. Johnson Medical Center Farmers Market | 109 Bee St. | ||||
| Sunday Brunch Farmers Market | 633 Medway Rd | ||||
| West Ashley Farmers Market | 55 Sycamore Avenue | 04/19/2017 to 10/04/2017 | Wed: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM; | Visit |
Hotels in James Island
47 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
20 South Battery
360 King
Andrew Pinckney Inn
Andrew Pinckney Inn
Barksdale House Inn
Bijou Boutique Inn
Cambria Hotel Charleston Riverview
Church Street Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection
Courtyard Charleston Historic District
Emeline
Francis Marion Hotel
French Quarter Inn
Fulton Lane Inn
Grand Bohemian Hotel Charleston, Autograph Collection
HarbourView Inn
Hotel Bella Grace
Hotel Richemont
Indigo Inn
John Rutledge House Inn
Kings Courtyard Inn
La Quinta
Market Pavilion Hotel
Planters Inn
Residence Inn Charleston Downtown/Riverview
SpringHill Suites Charleston Downtown/Riverview
The Ansonborough Charleston
The Charleston Place
The Cooper
The Elliott House Inn
The Enclave at The Vendue
The Jasmine House
The Lindy Renaissance Charleston Hotel
The Lodge Alley Inn
The Loutrel
The Meeting Street Inn
The Mills House Hotel
The Palmetto Hotel
The Pinch
The Quarters on Vendue
The Residences at Zero George
The Restoration Hotel
The Ryder Hotel
The Spectator Hotel
The Vendue
Two Meeting Street Inn
Wentworth Mansion
Zero George Street Hotel
Restaurants in James Island
134 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
167 Raw Oyster Bar
167 Sushi Bar
82 Queen
A.W. Shuck's Seafood Shack
Aaron's Deli
Amen Street
Anson Restaurant
Azur
Bagel Nation
Baguette Magic
Bartaco
Basic Kitchen
Beech
Bellerose Hotel Bar
Blanca Estrada Taqueria
Bohemian Bull
Brasserie La Banque
Breizh Pan Crêpes
Brown Dog Deli
Burwell's Stone Fire Grill
California Dreaming
California Tortilla
Charleston Cheese
Charleston Crab House
Charleston Crab House
Charlotte's on Maybank
Chef Daniel Humm x The Charleston Place
Chopsticks House
Church & Union
Circa 1886
CO
Costa
Danny's Philly's Steaks
Delaney Oyster House
Edison
El Pollo Guapo
Élevé Rooftop Restaurant & Lounge
Eli's Table
Ellis Creek Fish Camp
Ephesus Mediterranean Delights
Fam's Brewing Company
FIG
Fin & Crab
Fire Grill
Fire Grill Asian Fusion
Fleet Landing
Food Fight
Frannie & The Fox
Galpão Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse
Gaulart & Maliclet Fast and French Inc.
Gillie's Soul Food
Gilroy's Pizza Pub
Grandma's Bánh Mì & Boba
Great Wall
Grill 225
Handy & Hot
Hank's Seafood Restaurant
Henrietta's at The Dewberry
Henry's on the Market
High Cotton
Huddle House
Husk
Hyman's Seafood
Iron Rose
Jalisco Taqueria & Tequila
Joyland
King Street Foods
La Carreta
La Hacienda
Le Farfalle
Lenoir
Leyla Fine Lebanese Cuisine
Little Palm
Lowland
Ma'am Saab
Magnolias
Mama Kim's
Maria's Mexican Grill
Market Street Deli & Salads
Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint
Marty's Place
Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls
Matador
Melvin's Legendary Bar-B-Que
Merci
Millers All Day
Minero Mexican Grill & Cantina
Mondo's Italian
Muse Restaurant & Wine Bar
New York City Pizza
Oak Steakhouse
Oyster House
Paisano's Pizza Grill
Pearlz Oyster Bar
Peninsula Grill
Pho Saigon
Pick Thai
Pizzeria Di Giovanni
Poogan's Porch
Poogan's Smokehouse
Port of Call
Queen Street Grocery
Quyan Asian and Sushi Bistro
Revival
Ritual Rooftop Restaurant & Lounge
Royal Tern
Ru Ru's Tacos and Tequila
Ruby Sunshine
Rudy Royale
Sabatino's NYC Pizza
SHIKI
Slightly North of Broad
Smolky Yolk Cafe
Sorelle
Suna's Place
Sushi | Bar Charleston
Swamp Fox Restaurant & Bar
TBonz Gill & Grill
Tempest
Thai Elephant
Thai Zapp Restaurant
The Crossing
The Establishment
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill
The Peacock
The Quinte Oyster Bar
The Southern General
The Watch Rooftop Kitchen & Spirits
The Wreckfish Bar & Grill
Toast! All Day
Two Bit Club
Well Hung Vineyard & Restaurant
Wild Olive
Zero
Cafes in James Island
32 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Alcove Market
Beech Café & Marketplace
Benne’s by Peninsula Grill
Bitty & Beau's Coffee
Broad Street Café
Carmella's Cafe & Dessert Bar
Caviar & Bananas
Circe's Grotto
Clerks Coffee Company
Community Perk
East Bay Meeting House Bar & Cafe
Hạ Long Café
Harken Cafe & Bakery
Hollings Café
Kaminsky's Dessert Café
Maison Café
Mudhouse Specialty Coffee Roasters
Peninsula Nutrition
Pounce Cat Café + Wine Bar
Second State Coffee
Southern Brews Coffee
Starbucks
Starbucks
Starbucks
Sweetwater Cafe
The Black Door Café
The Coffee Counter
The Palmetto Cafe
The Rise Coffee Shop
Tínto y Crema
Vivi Bubble Tea
Waflin Coffee & Dessert
Cinemas in James Island
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Terrace Theater
Theatres in James Island
11 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Baruch Auditorium
Chapel Theatre
Dock Street Theatre
Memminger Auditorium
Rivers Performance Hall
Sottile Theater
The Black Fedora
The Footlight Players Theatre
The Riviera Theater
Theatre 99
Threshold Repertory Theatre
Monuments in James Island
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Confederate Defenders of Charleston
To The Defenders of Fort Moultrie
Clinics in James Island
5 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Access Urgent
College of Charleston Student Health Services
James Island Medical Care
Jane A. Zazzaro, Psy.D.
Magnolia Med Spa
Dentists in James Island
8 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cannon Park Dental
Central Park Dental of Charleston
Encore Dental Laboratories
Harleston Dental
Horres Hurteau Family Dentistry, LLC
Timothy R. Liptak, DMD & Associates, LLC
US #10964610245
Wentworth Street Dental Associates
Veterinaries in James Island
4 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
All Creatures Veterinary Clinic
Angel Oak Animal Hospital
Mobile Veterinary Surgery LLC
Riverbank Veterinary Clinic
Gas Stations in James Island
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
BP
Circle K
Circle K
Exxon
Kangaroo Express
Refuel Service Station
Banks in James Island
25 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bank of America
Bank of America
Chase
Community First Bank
First Capital Bank
First Citizens Bank
First Citizens Bank
First Citizens Bank
First National Bank
National Bank of South Carolina
PNC Bank
Regions Bank
South Carolina Federal Credit Union
Southern First Bank
SouthState Bank
SouthState Bank
Stifel
Synovus
TD Bank
The Bank of South Carolina
Truist
United Bank
Wells Fargo
Wells Fargo
Wells Fargo
Shopping Malls in James Island
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ansonborough Square
The Shops at The Charleston Place
Gyms in James Island
17 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
BASELINE: A Sasser Studio
Burn Boot Camp
CrossFit James Island
FORM Charleston
George Street Fitness Center
Gold's Gym
Holy City CrossFit
International Pilates Center
Jibe Cycling
Peach Lab Charleston
Pivotal Fitness – Downtown Charleston
Pure Barre
Riverland Woods Gym
StillSpace Charleston
StretchLab Charleston Downtown
Taylor Grant Pilates
The Charleston Place Fitness Center
Golf Courses in James Island
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Charleston Municipal Golf Course
Country Club of Charleston
Breweries in James Island
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barbrajean's | American Restaurant and Brewery Downtown Charleston | 99 S Market St | 8436373635 | |
| Brick The | Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants | 213 E Bay St | 8432978239 | |
| Coast Brewing Company | Brewery | 1250 N 2nd St | 8433434727 | Visit |
| Folly Beach Brewing Co LLC | Folly Beach, SC, Beverages, Malt Beverages, Folly Beach Brewers, (1),, Folly Beach, SC, (1), | 34 Center St | 8435880095 | |
| Frothy Beard Brewing Company | Brewery | 7358 Peppermill Pkwy | 8437932970 | Visit |
| Holy City Brewing | Breweries, Food & Drink | 4155 C Dorchester Rd | 8432256089 | Visit |
| Liberty Tap Room & Grill | brewery, american restaurant | 1028 Johnnie Dodds Blvd | 8.44E+09 | |
| Low Tide Brewing | Food & Drink, Breweries | 2863 Maybank Hwy | 8435017570 | |
| Red Rocket Brewing Co | SC">Brewery | 431 Springfield Rd | ||
| Seanachai Social Club | american restaurant, Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Community & Civic Organizations, southern / soul food | 3157 Maybank Hwy | 8436403778 | |
| Southend Brewery & Smokehouse | Brewery | 161 E Bay Saint (at Queen St) | 8438534677 | Visit |
| Tradesman Brewing | Brewery | 1639 Tatum St | ||
| Westbrook Brewing Co | brewery | 510 Ridge Rd | 8436549112 |
Cell Towers in James Island
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 5035 SEWEE ROAD | GTOWER | 610 |
| WEST ASHLEY CELL SITE: 698 CITADEL HAVEN DRIVE | TOWER | 81 |
| (Red Top Site) JAMES BAY ROAD | TOWER | 61 |
| 1558 BEN SAWYER BLVD | TOWER | 59 |
| 7210 PEPPERMILL PKY | TOWER | 44 |
Bridges in James Island
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Box Beam (Single/Spread) | Prestressed concrete continuous | 1993 | 11,297 | 63,200 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 2009 | 210 | 48,400 | F | |
| Movable (Bascule) | Steel | 1956 | 762 | 45,200 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2004 | 7,316 | 35,500 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1992 | 540 | 31,600 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1992 | 870 | 31,600 | F | |
| Box Beam (Single/Spread) | Prestressed concrete continuous | 1993 | 700 | 31,600 | G | |
| Box Beam (Single/Spread) | Prestressed concrete continuous | 1993 | 458 | 27,950 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1961 | 480 | 24,600 | F | |
| Box Beam (Single/Spread) | Prestressed concrete continuous | 1996 | 853 | 21,600 | F | |
| Box Beam (Single/Spread) | Prestressed concrete continuous | 1996 | 430 | 21,600 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1996 | 1,890 | 21,600 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1999 | 70 | 13,400 | G | |
| Box Beam (Single/Spread) | Prestressed concrete continuous | 1993 | 75 | 12,339 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1993 | 630 | 11,922 | F | |
| Box Beam (Single/Spread) | Prestressed concrete continuous | 1996 | 1,010 | 6,731 | F | |
| Box Beam (Single/Spread) | Prestressed concrete continuous | 1993 | 701 | 6,050 | G | |
| Box Beam (Single/Spread) | Prestressed concrete continuous | 1996 | 736 | 2,139 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 2004 | 1,001 | 125 | F |
Amtrak Stations in James Island
1 Amtrak stations.
| Station | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Charleston, SC | 4565 Gaynor Avenue | TRAIN |
Superfund Sites Near James Island
4 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| CHARLESTON MARINE CONTAINERS | 2301 AVENUE D | CHARLESTON |
| LEGACY BOAT COMPANY INCORPORATED | 1750 SIGNAL POINT ROAD | CHARLESTON |
| PALMETTO LIME | 1385 GREENLEAF STREET | CHARLESTON |
| SCE&G HAGOOD STATION | 2200 HAGOOD ROAD | CHARLESTON |
Airports Near James Island
26 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Charleston International Airport | CHS | Large Airport |
| Airy Hall Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Avinger Field | - | Small Airport |
| Beaufort Executive Airport | BFT | Small Airport |
| Berkeley County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Charleston Executive Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Crosswinds-Wilson Private Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Edisto Island Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Flying Tails Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Georgetown County Airport | GGE | Small Airport |
| Holly Hill Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hondarosa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Laurel Hill Farms Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lesesne Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lowcountry Regional Airport | RBW | Small Airport |
| Marsh Point Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mount Holly Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mount Pleasant Regional Airport Faison Field | - | Small Airport |
| Pluff Mud Field | - | Small Airport |
| Raven's Run Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Robert F Swinnie Airport | ADR | Small Airport |
| Russell Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Saint George Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Summerville Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Too Goo Doo Farms Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wild Jumps Airport | - | Small Airport |
Police Stations in James Island
24 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| 2316 Red Bank Road | ||
| Berkeley County Sheriff's Office South District Headquarters - Goose Creek | 301 Red Bank Road | |
| Charleston Aviation Authority Airport Police | ||
| Charleston County Sheriff North Service Center | ||
| Charleston County Sheriff West District Service Center and Substation | ||
| Charleston County Sheriff's Office - Detention Center | ||
| Charleston Police Department | 180 Lockwood Drive | |
| Charleston Police Department | ||
| Department of Public Safety | 89 St. Philip Street | |
| Federal Law Enforcement Training Center - Charleston | 1050 Register Street | |
| Folly Beach Police Department | Center Street | |
| Hanahan Police Department | ||
| Isle of Palms Police Department | ||
| Mount Pleasant Marine Patrol | ||
| Mount Pleasant Police Department | 100 Ann Edwards Lane | |
| NOAA Fisheries | 3 South Park CIrcle | |
| Norfolk Southern Corporate Police Department | ||
| North Bureau - North Charleston Police Department | ||
| North Charleston Police Department | ||
| North Charleston Police Department | ||
| North Charleston Police Department South | ||
| North Charleston Sheriffs Office | ||
| South Carolina Highway Patrol - Investigative | ||
| South Police Substation | ||
| United States Custom House | 200 East Bay Street |
Grocery Stores in James Island
36 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| ALDI 66157 | Supermarket | 856 Folly Rd |
| Aplus 40391 | Convenience Store | 737 Folly Rd |
| Circle K 2721520 | Convenience Store | 130 Rutledge Ave |
| Circle K 2723356 | Convenience Store | 897 Folly Rd |
| Circle K 272820 | Convenience Store | 906 Folly Rd |
| Circle K 272884 | Convenience Store | 2802 Maybank Hwy |
| Circle K 5124 | Convenience Store | 320 Meeting St |
| College Corner | Convenience Store | 1 Coming St |
| College of Charleston The Market | Convenience Store | 8 Liberty St |
| CVS PHARMACY 1039 | Other | 59 George St |
| CVS PHARMACY 443 | Other | 1739 Maybank Hwy |
| CVS PHARMACY 483 | Other | 983 Harbor View Rd |
| CVS PHARMACY 529 | Other | 2803 Maybank Hwy |
| DOLLAR GENERAL 11215 | Other | 1238B Camp Rd |
| DOLLAR GENERAL 8376 | Other | 1752 River Rd |
| Dollar Tree 434 | Other | 1291A Folly Rd Unit 103 |
| DOLLARTREE 10640 | Other | 854 Folly Rd |
| FOOD LION 1097 | Supermarket | 1291 Folly Rd |
| FOOD LION 1420 | Supermarket | 1015 KING STREET |
| FOOD LION 1499 | Supermarket | 2770 MAYBANK HWY |
| HARRIS TEETER 277 | Super Store | 290 E Bay St |
| HARRIS TEETER 28 | Super Store | 675 Folly Rd |
| Harris Teeter 455 | Super Store | 1739 Maybank Hwy |
| Harris Teeter 456 | Super Store | 1005 Harbor View Rd |
| Joe's Kwik Mart 7013 | Convenience Store | 2790 Maybank Hwy |
| Li'l Cricket 3873 | Convenience Store | 1029 Harbor View Rd |
| PUBLIX 633 | Supermarket | 520 FOLLY RD |
| Publix Super Markets Inc. 1645 | Supermarket | 1411 Folly Rd |
| Refuel 1060 | Convenience Store | 334 Folly Rd |
| Scotchman 3165 | Convenience Store | 1907 Maybank Hwy |
| Target Store T3428 | Super Store | 211 King St |
| Walgreens 15512 | Other | 380 King St |
| Walgreens 15630 | Other | 907 Folly Rd |
| Walgreens 18147 | Other | 261 Calhoun St |
| Walmart Supercenter 2348 | Super Store | 1231 Folly Rd |
| Xpress Mart # 2 | Convenience Store | 131 Wentworth St |
Post Offices in James Island
5 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| James Island Post Office | 579 Central Park Road |
| Johns Island Post Office | |
| Johns Island Post Office | |
| Mail Services | 89 St. Philip Street |
| U.S. Post Office |
Treatment Centers in James Island
6 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Charleston Center of Charleston County | Substance Abuse | 843-958-3300 |
| Charleston/Dorchester CDMHC - Dorchester County Mental Health | Mental Health | 843-873-5063 |
| Charleston/Dorchester MH Center - Charleston Clinic | Mental Health | 843-414-2351 |
| First Responder Support Team | Mental Health | 843-212-8980 |
| Lantana Recovery | Substance Abuse | 843-352-9982 |
| Ralph H Johnson VA Medical Center - Substance Trt and Recovery (STAR) | Both | 843-789-7311 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in James Island
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ST MATTHEWS CHURCH | PO BOX 14105 |
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Historic Markers
35
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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UFO Sightings Near James Island
58 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near James Island.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Charleston, SC | 2014 | I walked out into my yard downtown Charleston at 11:50 PM. I was with another witness that is ex-military\veteran & ex-fire (he stated |
| Charleston, SC | 2014 | Sphere with red glow within and bright orange light beneath, chased by helicopter. |
| Charleston, SC | 2014 | Orange-red orb turns into two then vanishes with presence of military. |
| James island, SC | 2014 | Green lights. |
| Charleston (james island), SC | 2013 | It looks like a beefed (or bulky)up amazon drone, 30-50mph, 4small roaders surrounding a central body, all black, and deffintly unmaned |
| Charleston (south), SC | 2013 | Hovering craft, completely silent. |
| Charleston, SC | 2013 | Orange lights in formation in SW sky near Charleston, SC. |
| Charleston, SC | 2013 | Nine orange lights seen flying over Charleston, SC. |
| Charleston, SC | 2012 | Big white light (size of plane about 200 yards away) darted across the sky |
| Charleston, SC | 2012 | I was on my way home from school on 3/28/12 @10:10pm traveling on the interstate. For about 2 miles ahead of me (far left of the inter |
| Charleston, SC | 2012 | Appeared to be Japanese coating lanterns on 4 separate occasions. 2 people and video. Charleston SC. |
| Charleston, SC | 2012 | Fast craft |
| Charleston, SC | 2012 | Orange lights seen over the ocean from Charlseton Harbor |
| Charleston, SC | 2012 | Black triangle, white lights, three, night, clear, many stars, slow, afraid |
| Charleston, SC | 2012 | Orb of light flashing reds and blues, stationary for 15 minutes over North Charleston |
| James island, SC | 2012 | UFO sighting on James Island SC |
| Charleston, SC | 2011 | Slow, moving, multicolored object above the sky in Charleston, SC. |
| Charleston, SC | 2011 | Blue object, translucent, no sound |
| Charleston, SC | 2010 | Very bright light travels across night sky in slightly irregular path and then fades |
| Charleston, SC | 2010 | Hwy 61, triangular shape craft w/ multi colored lights on one side and red lights at points. |
| Charleston, SC | 2010 | I saw three fire orange oval shaped lights flying in triangle shape formation. |
| James island, SC | 2010 | 10/1/10 James Island Connector Vshaped aircraft hovering over the JI Connector at 8: 12 pm |
| Charleston, SC | 2008 | Two lights in the sky that stopped and hovered above us before shooting off in different directions very fast. |
| Charleston, SC | 2007 | UNEXPLAINED SIGHTING OF A POSSIBLE UFO @ CHARLESTON ,SOUTH CAROLINA |
| Charleston ?? (in-flight sighting), SC | 2006 | On a flight from Tampa to Baltimore, somewhere over the Carolina's, saw a large white hockey-stick shaped object, flying along with us. |
| Charleston, SC | 2005 | WHILE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE I SAW A UFO AND IT DISAPPEARD AS QUICK AS IT CAME |
| Charleston, SC | 2005 | While I was in my front yard I saw a strange object above my house. |
| Charleston, SC | 2005 | WHILE I WAS OUT WITH A FRIEND DRIVING AROUND ON THE TOWN WE WENT OUT TO DINNER AND SAW SOME UFOS WE COULDN'T BEILEVE IT. |
| Charleston, SC | 2005 | Bomerang shaped blue haze followed by what appeared to be a star, then a flash like a firework explosion. |
| Charleston, SC | 2005 | ((NUFORC Note: Missile launch at 2055 hrs (EDT). PD)) Single craft tremendously high moving north north east explodes |
| Charleston, SC | 2005 | RECTANGLER OBJECT OVER A CONVENIENT STORE OF THE FREEWAY. |
| James island, SC | 2005 | I WAS SHOOTING THE BULL WITH SOME OF MY NEIGHBORS THAT OUR FRIENDS OF MINE AND WE SAW SOME EXCITING UFOS. |
| James island, SC | 2005 | ME AND MY NEIGHBOR WERE HANGING OUT WE SAW SOME EXITING UFO. ((NUFORC Note: Possible hoax? PD)) |
| James island, SC | 2005 | WHILE HANGING OUT IN THE BACKYARD ON THE PATIO WE SAW SOME UFOS. |
| Charleston, SC | 2004 | Clear floating rectangular cube |
| Charleston (north charleston), SC | 2003 | LOUD ROLLING BOOM!!! |
| Charleston, SC | 2003 | silver orb associated with chemtrails |
| Charleston, SC | 2003 | Round object above US 17 Charleston, SC. |
| Charleston (edisto island just s.of), SC | 2002 | Bright, almost glowing irridecently, tadpole shaped object (oval with a tail) travelling West to East at a high rate of speed crossed a |
| Charleston, SC | 2002 | This was an amazing fireball! |
| Charleston, SC | 2001 | large sphere stationary for an hour |
| Charleston, SC | 2000 | Extremely large, slow-moving object moving toward bridge in Charleston, SC - witnesses with no memory after sighting |
| Charleston, SC | 1998 | Saw a large reddish orange fireball with a long green tail.. |
| Charleston, SC | 1998 | Observed very bright sky illumination over Charleston, SC. 1-2 seconds duration. |
| Charleston, SC | 1998 | The sky lit light heat lightening then the a ball of light was shooting across the sky. My thought was it looked like a Roman candle b |
| Charleston, SC | 1998 | I work a Chas. AfB and I walked off an airplane and looked across the horizon and saw it moving horizontally. I have seen thousands of |
| Charleston, SC | 1998 | streaking blue/green fireball lit up sky. fireball going east to west and appeared to disintergrate after 3-4 seconds |
| Charleston, SC | 1998 | Walking down the outside fire escape looked up and saw several aircraft passing and the one in the middle was leaving a smoke ring trai |
| Charleston, SC | 1998 | Green flaming ball streaking from north to south with tail behind |
| James island, SC | 1998 | Meteor? Flash of brillant whiite light across sky in front of waxing full moon covered by cirrus clouds - then a fireball about the |
| Charleston, SC | 1996 | Two men witnessed a large, white plume in the morning sky. (May have been Delta rocket launched from Cape Kennedy at 0600 hrs.) |
| Charleston, SC | 1996 | Flashing object above Charleston, SC |
| John's island/james island, SC | 1978 | 3 oval shapes outlined in green glow lights, followed car at distance the length of Bohickett Road to James Island. |
| Charleston afs, ME | 1976 | On this date I was stationed at Charleston AFS, ME and worked in the reciever section of the AN/FPS-27A Search radar located at the sit |
| Charleston, SC | 1976 | i was standing on the maindeck of anavy ship in port watching the lighting of athunderstorm ,i saw a solid bar of green light appear in |
| James island (charleston), SC | 1975 | In 1975 I lived on James Island, S.C. I was about 8 or almost 9 months pregnant. It ws almost dark and I headed home which was swampy |
| Charleston, SC | 1965 | Sphere of fire with multiple course changes of 15 degrees in ZERO TIME. 6 course changes, 30 seconds. |
| Charleston, SC | 1962 | Flying disk near Air Base in Charleston SC around 1962 summer |
Historic Markers Near James Island
35 historical markers from the Historical Marker Database (HMdb) found near James Island.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Carolina Art Association / James S. Gibbes Memorial Art Gallery | Marker is on Meeting Street north of Queen Street, on the right when traveling south. |
| Constitutional Convention of 1868 | Marker is on Meeting Street near Broad Street, on the right when traveling south. |
| Hunter's Volunteers | Marker is on Riverland Drive west of Grimball Road, on the left when traveling west. |
| Septima Clark Birthplace | Marker is on Wentworth Street west of Glebe Street, on the right when traveling east. |
| Charleston Public Water System | Marker is on Calhoun Street west of Meeting Street, on the right when traveling west. |
| Fireproof Building | Marker is on Meeting Street south of Chalmers Street, on the left when traveling south. |
| Slave Auctions | Marker is at the intersection of East Bay Street and Gillon Street, on the right when traveling north on East Bay Street. |
| Blake-Grimké House | Marker is at the intersection of East Bay Street (Business U.S. 52) and George Street, on the right when traveling south on East Bay Street. |
| U.S. Courthouse and Post Office / <i>Briggs V. Elliott</i> | Marker is on Meeting Street south of Broad Street, on the right when traveling south. |
| Jonathan Jasper Wright Law Office | Marker is on Queen Street east of King Street, on the left when traveling west. |
| The Seizure of the <i>Planter</i> | Marker is at the intersection of East Bay Street (U.S. 52) and Waterside (Harbor Seawall walkway), on the right when traveling north on East Bay Street. |
| Old Bethel Methodist Church | Marker is on Calhoun Street near Pitt Street, on the right when traveling west. |
| Institute Hall / "The Union Is Dissolved!" | Marker is on Meeting Street south of Cumberland Street, on the left when traveling south. |
| The Siege of Charleston, 1780 | Marker is on King Street near Calhoun Street, on the left when traveling south. |
| Battery Cheves | Marker is on Robert E. Lee Blvd, on the right when traveling south. |
| Battery Haskell | Marker is on Schooner Drive, on the left when traveling east. |
| Battery Number 5 | Marker is on Seaside Plantation Drive near Opposite Planters Trace Drive, on the right when traveling east. |
| Redoubt Number 3 | Marker is on 5 Oaks Court, on the right when traveling south. |
| Pollitzer House | Marker is on Pitt Street, on the right when traveling south. |
| Trinity Methodist Church Original Site / William Hammett | Marker is at the intersection of Hasell Street and Maiden Lane, on the right when traveling east on Hasell Street. |
| William Rhett House | Marker is at the intersection of Hasell Street and Maiden Lane, on the right when traveling east on Hasell Street. |
| Riversville / Battle of Secessionville | Marker is on Fort Lamar Road, on the left when traveling east. |
| St. John's Church | Marker is on Archdale Street south of Clifford Street, on the right when traveling north. |
| The Grand Lodge of Ancient Freemasons of South Carolina | Marker is at the intersection of Church Street and Broad Street, on the right when traveling north on Church Street. |
| John Rutledge Home | Marker is at the intersection of Broad Street and Orange Street, on the left when traveling east on Broad Street. |
| St. Philip's Church | Marker is on Church Street, 0.1 miles north of Queen Street, on the right when traveling north. |
| St. Michael's Church | Marker is on Meeting Street. |
| Old Bank Building | Marker is at the intersection of Broad Street and Church Street, on the left when traveling east on Broad Street. |
| Thomas Smith | Governor of Carolina. Marker is at the intersection of East Bay Street and Longitude Lane, on the left when traveling north on East Bay Street. |
| Charleston Gas Light Company | Marker is on Meeting Street. |
| Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim | Marker is on Hasell Street, on the right when traveling west. |
| St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church | Marker is on Hasell Street, on the left when traveling west. |
| The Independent or Congregational Church of Charlestown | Founded 1681. Marker is on Meeting Street. |
| William Blacklock House | Marker is on Bull Street, on the right when traveling east. |
| William Gibbes House | Marker is on South Battery. |
Haunted Places Near James Island
7 reported haunted locations found near James Island.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Old Exchange Building | The Old Exchange contains much history. It's basement is said to have held some of the world's greatest criminals such as Black Beard. In the basement, people have experienced chains swinging and orbs. Upstairs, doors have closed by themselves and there are a few cold spots. Many people have experienced such activity. |
| Poogans Porch Restaurant | Guests of the hotel across the street at the hotel have called the police numerous times claiming to see an old woman in the 2nd floor window at night when the place is closed waving at them. Restaurant staff is familiar with her too. There is another ghost that haunts this restaurant, one that is much friendlier than the other ghost, Zoe. There is a little West Highland White Terrier, named Poogin, who haunts the front of the porch. People will feel something brush up against their leg, or h... |
| South Windermere Cinemas | reports of hearing people walking and talking only to find no one there, after cleaning the theater and putting up all the seats, upon returning to find all the seats down or every other row down or sometimes every other seat down, sometimes pictures can be taken of what seems to be ghostly apparitions. |
| St. Philips Graveyard | The ghost of Sue Howard who's baby died still haunts the place, and is said to frequently attack women who are pregnant or have had miscarriages. There is also proof of her existence by a photograph taken by a photographer in the 80's doing a piece on Charleston's graveyards. |
| The Dockstreet Theatre | best known as the most haunted place in Charleston. It is haunted by two ghosts the nameless ghost was supposed to have been a prostitute. The other ghost (That has a name) is supposed to be the father of John Wilkes Booth, the man that shot Pres. Lincoln |
| The Rutledge Victorian Guesthouse | A young girl died in a fire many years ago and they rebuilt the house in the 80's. The girl is known to turn lights on and off and people have seen her eyes peering in from a window above the stairs. They say you can occasionally smell smoke from the girl carrying the scent through the house. |
| White point gardens (The Battery) | Spirits of the pirates that were hung there have been seen walking the park in search of there executioners. |
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What is the population of James Island?
James Island has a population of 11,738 residents and is located in South Carolina. The population density is 2,425 people per square mile, spread across 4.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.2% female and 49.8% male.
Is James Island expensive to live in?
James Island is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 93.7 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $100,176, 33% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $454,200 (61% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,443 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in James Island?
James Island enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 44.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.
How is the job market in James Island?
The job market in James Island is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,313. There are 22,449 business establishments in the area, including 1,560 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 15.1% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in James Island?
The median home value in James Island is $454,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,021,686. According to Redfin, the median sale price is $485,000, with homes typically selling within 64 days. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,443. Fair market rent is $982 for a 1-bedroom and $1,155 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 85.9%. The average annual property tax is $5,037.
How are the schools in James Island?
Schools in James Island score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 48.0% of adults in James Island hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. 16.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is James Island?
The obesity rate in James Island is 26.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.8% of adults are smokers. 15.7% are physically inactive. 22.0% of residents report depression. 4.4% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 87.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:807.
What is transportation like in James Island?
The average commute in James Island is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 73.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 15.1% work from home.
What are the demographics of James Island?
The racial and ethnic makeup of James Island is 83.4% White, 12.1% Black or African American, 2.4% Hispanic or Latino. 96.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.1% speak Spanish. 10.4% of the population are military veterans. 13.1% of residents have a disability. 95.6% have health insurance coverage.
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