Pawleys Island, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Georgetown County County
Pawleys Island, SC
At a Glance
How Pawleys Island Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Pawleys Island's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Pawleys Island a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Pawleys Island residents earn a median household income of $118,750 , which is 58% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $139,302. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,442 business establishments, including 185 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Pawleys Island is $1,538,500 , 446% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $553,403. The cost of living index is 93.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1976.
Safety & Crime
Pawleys Island reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,011/100K.
Education
81.6% of adults in Pawleys Island hold a bachelor's degree or higher (142% above the national average). 99.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Pawleys Island has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.3 inches.