Seabrook Island, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Seabrook Island is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 2,107. Residents earn $124,519 per year, which is 66% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
2,107 Population 355/sq mi density
$124,519 Median Income $118,638 per capita
$899,600 Home Value $1,003,191 Zillow
$3,501 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$124,519 median income, 0.2% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$899,600 home value, $3,501/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
82.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $124,519
66% higher than US avg
Home Value $899,600
219% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 82.1%
144% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,501
201% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.3%
27% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.2%
94% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

How Seabrook Island Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,107
Median Age68.5 yrs
Density355/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A+
Median Income$124,519
Per Capita$118,638
Unemployment0.2%
Poverty1.0%
County GDP$12,873M
Commute28 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$899,600
Rent$3,501
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,003,191

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity23.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease3.5%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI43 (Good)
Elevation6 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+82.1%
High School+99.6%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute28 min
Libraries7

Is Seabrook Island a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Seabrook Island receives an overall livability score of 4.2 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. Seabrook 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 Seabrook Island is $124,519, which is significantly higher than the national average — 66% above $75,149. This places Seabrook Island among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.2%. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Seabrook Island is $899,600, making it a premium housing market at 219% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,501 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Seabrook Island is a highly educated community — 82.1% 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 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Seabrook Island enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Seabrook Island has a population of 2,107 with a density of 355 people per square mile. The median age is 68.5 years, 76% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%).

Population

2,107
Total Population
355
People / sq mi
68.5yrs
Median Age
76% above US avg
5.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Seabrook Island vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Seabrook Island vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Seabrook Island is $124,519, which is 66% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Seabrook Island vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$124,519
66% above US avg
Per Capita Income$118,638
Avg Weekly Wage$1,053
IRS Avg AGI$116,088

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.2%
94% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,748
County GDP$12,873M

Business (County)

Restaurants590
Healthcare573
Retail806
Manufacturing88

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,407
83% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Work from Home44.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Seabrook Island is $899,600, 219% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,501 (201% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,003,191.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$899,600
219% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,003,191
Median List Price$1,005,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,005,000
$/Sq Ft$558
Homes Sold16
Sale-to-List Ratio96.9%
Price Drops10.4%
Inventory77

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,501
201% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$928
1 Bedroom$982
2 Bedrooms$1,155
3 Bedrooms$1,450
4 Bedrooms$1,699

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,407
83% above US avg
Effective Rate0.71%
In Seabrook Island, 23.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 11.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Seabrook Island vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.3%
27% below US avg
Diabetes6.3%
Heart Disease3.5%
High Blood Pressure22.8%
Asthma7.8%
COPD3.0%
Stroke1.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking26.2%
Physical Inactivity11.3%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress12.0%
Physical Distress7.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.7%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death7,369/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access85.0%
Healthcare Facilities573

Crime Rates: Seabrook Island vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Safety Score

Seabrook Island has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.5°F
21% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6 ft (2 m)
Area5.9 sq mi (15.4 km²)
Population Density355/sq mi
Coordinates32.5750°N, 80.1820°W
County FIPS45013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 82.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (144% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.6%
D 42.2%

Winner: Republican by 14.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+82.1%
144% above US avg
High School+99.6%
School Test Score4.51
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density355/sq mi
Total Area5.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities573
Restaurants590
Retail Stores806

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Work from Home44.9%

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