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Kiawah Island, SC
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Kiawah Island, SC
At a Glance
How Kiawah Island Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Kiawah Island's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Kiawah Island a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Kiawah Island residents earn a median household income of $236,607 , which is 215% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $212,353. The unemployment rate stands at 1.0% (72% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 916 business establishments, including 82 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Kiawah Island is $1,723,200 , 511% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $2,060,482. The cost of living index is 93.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1988.
Safety & Crime
Kiawah Island reports 440 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 16% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,187/100K.
Education
86.5% of adults in Kiawah Island hold a bachelor's degree or higher (157% above the national average). 99.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Kiawah Island has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.