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Shell Point, SC

South Carolina · Beaufort County · Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal Metro

Shell Point is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 2,005. Residents earn $65,840 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
2,005 Population 500/sq mi density
$65,840 Median Income $32,432 per capita
$233,600 Home Value $349,503 Zillow
$1,185 Median Rent 27.7% income on rent
68°F Avg Temperature 323 sunny days/yr
306 Violent Crime/100K 2,604 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$65,840 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$233,600 home value, $1,185/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
306 violent crimes/100K (19% below avg)
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $65,840
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $233,600
17% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 306/100K
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.6%
18% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,185
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.8%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Shell Point Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,005
Median Age44.4 yrs
Density500/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans27.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,840
Per Capita$32,432
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$12,873M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$233,600
Rent$1,185
Ownership76.2%
Zillow$349,503
Housing Units891
Rent Burden27.7%

Crime

F
Violent306/100K
Property2,604/100K

Health

Obesity30.8%
Uninsured11.5%
Smoking11.4%
Depression19.9%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation1 ft (0 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.6%
High School+96.3%
Graduate+5.8%
School Score5.15

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute20 min
Broadband80.4%
EV Stations13
Libraries7

Is Shell Point a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shell Point receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Shell Point offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shell Point is $65,840, 12% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Shell Point is $233,600, 17% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,185 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Shell Point is below the national average at 306 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,604 per 100,000, 33% above the national average.

Education

27.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Shell Point 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 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Shell Point has a population of 2,005 with a density of 500 people per square mile, spread across 3.9 square miles. The median age is 44.4 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.6% female and 47.4% male. The city is predominantly White (82.8%), with 13.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.7% of residents, while 5.3% speak Spanish. 27.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 11.4% of residents have a disability. 93.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,005
Total Population
500
People / sq mi
44.4yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Shell Point vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish 5.3%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Shell Point vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shell Point is $65,840, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,432 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,053, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 7,748 business establishments, including 590 restaurants. The cost of living index is 93.7, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 5.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Shell Point vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,840
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,432
Avg Weekly Wage$1,053
IRS Avg AGI$116,088
Gini Index0.478 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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
Cost of Living93.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.3 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Shell Point is $233,600, 17% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $349,503, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,185 (2% 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. 76.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 891 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1984. The average annual property tax is $6,407 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 27.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$233,600
17% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$349,503

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,185
2% above US avg
Rent Burden27.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership76.2%
Owner-Occupied76.2%
Renter-Occupied23.8%
Housing Units891
Median Year Built1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,407
83% above US avg
Effective Rate2.74%
In Shell Point, 30.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 9.5% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 4.9% of residents, below the national average. 30.4% have high blood pressure. 11.4% are current smokers. 21.1% report binge drinking. 18.7% are physically inactive, below the national average. 19.9% report depression. 15.8% experience frequent mental distress. 11.5% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,442. The dentist ratio is 1:811. 85.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.7 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Shell Point vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.8%
4% below US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma8.9%
COPD5.3%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.4%
19% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity18.7%
Depression19.9%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress11.6%
Short Sleep33.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Uninsured11.5%
34% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,442
Dentists1:811
Mental Health1:502
Checkup Rate78.0%
Dental Visits66.8%
Premature Death7,369/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access85.0%
Healthcare Facilities573
Shell Point has a violent crime rate of 306 per 100,000 residents, 19% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,604 per 100,000, 33% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 22 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Shell Point receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Shell Point vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent306.4/100K
19% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property2,604.5/100K
33% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Shell Point 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 323 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 1 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.8°F
26% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1 ft (0 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.2 km²)
Population Density500/sq mi
Coordinates32.3756°N, 80.7538°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyBeaufort County County
Nearest AirportSavannah/Hilton Head International (SAV)
31 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Wettest Month (Aug) 7.24"
Driest Month (Nov) 2.48"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score97.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability44.6 / 100
Community Resilience66.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Very High
Earthquake Relatively Moderate
Wildfire Relatively Moderate
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively High
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 Relatively High
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

36 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 88 km
Jun 18, 2022 7 km E of Stillmore, Georgia M3.9 131 km
Apr 17, 1995 0 km NNW of Centerville, South Carolina M3.9 88 km
Jul 13, 2003 6 km N of Cobbtown, Georgia M3.6 131 km
Nov 13, 1990 4 km SSW of Ladson, South Carolina M3.5 86 km
Nov 8, 2002 24 km SSE of Kiawah Island, South Carolina M3.5 76 km
Aug 29, 2009 2 km NE of Summerville, South Carolina M3.2 92 km
May 5, 2003 4 km NNW of Summerville, South Carolina M3.1 92 km
Jul 20, 2004 7 km WSW of Centerville, South Carolina M3.1 82 km
Jul 26, 2002 4 km NNW of Summerville, South Carolina M3.0 92 km
Mar 19, 2014 0 km WNW of Centerville, South Carolina M3.0 88 km
Mar 29, 1999 3 km NNW of Sangaree, South Carolina M3.0 96 km
Jul 7, 2002 1 km NW of Sangaree, South Carolina M2.9 94 km
Mar 2, 2003 7 km S of Centerville, South Carolina M2.9 83 km
Feb 7, 1990 9 km S of Centerville, South Carolina M2.9 81 km
Jul 16, 2002 5 km SSW of Ladson, South Carolina M2.8 85 km
May 12, 2010 6 km SSW of Ladson, South Carolina M2.8 85 km
Jul 31, 2012 5 km S of Centerville, South Carolina M2.8 84 km
Jan 11, 2002 6 km SSW of Ladson, South Carolina M2.7 84 km
May 1, 2004 3 km ENE of Goose Creek, South Carolina M2.7 98 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Helene Category 4 269 km
2023 Idalia Category 3 254 km
2022 Ian Category 1 159 km
2020 Isaias Category 1 129 km
2019 Dorian Category 3 143 km
2018 Michael Category 1 298 km
2018 Florence Category 1 284 km
2016 Matthew Category 3 39 km
2014 Arthur Category 2 195 km
2005 Ophelia Category 1 250 km
2004 Charley Category 1 99 km
2004 Gaston Category 1 127 km
2004 Alex Category 1 279 km
1999 Floyd Category 3 196 km
1999 Dennis Category 2 255 km
1999 Irene Category 1 140 km
1998 Bonnie Category 3 279 km
1996 Fran Category 3 262 km
1996 Bertha Category 2 222 km
1989 Hugo Category 4 101 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tornado History

280 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 11 fatalities, 208 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 5, 2022 EF4 90 km 1
Apr 13, 2020 EF4 62 km 5
Apr 5, 2022 EF3 91 km 0
Apr 5, 2022 EF3 85 km 0
Mar 15, 2008 EF3 97 km 0
Apr 9, 1998 EF3 81 km 2
Sep 11, 1960 EF3 98 km 0
Apr 13, 2020 EF2 40 km 0
May 23, 2017 EF2 49 km 0
Feb 9, 2017 EF2 76 km 0
Sep 24, 2015 EF2 76 km 0
Oct 27, 2009 EF2 99 km 0
May 11, 2008 EF2 63 km 0
Mar 15, 2008 EF2 42 km 0
Mar 15, 2008 EF2 52 km 0
Jul 1, 2003 EF2 86 km 0
Jul 1, 2003 EF2 97 km 0
Apr 15, 1999 EF2 94 km 0
Sep 3, 1998 EF2 31 km 1
Sep 3, 1998 EF2 94 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 - - 92 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 93 km
2007 UNNAMED 10,963 87 km
2008 UNNAMED 10,163 87 km
2010 UNNAMED 4,269 20 km
2008 UNNAMED 4,021 86 km
2010 UNNAMED 3,746 15 km
2010 UNNAMED 3,521 31 km
1994 UNNAMED 3,469 35 km
2010 UNNAMED 2,990 36 km
2009 UNNAMED 2,906 80 km
2004 UNNAMED 2,880 30 km
2008 UNNAMED 2,845 69 km
2008 UNNAMED 2,768 85 km
2008 UNNAMED 2,748 77 km
2004 UNNAMED 2,661 29 km
2008 UNNAMED 2,650 83 km
2004 UNNAMED 2,553 37 km
1994 UNNAMED 2,549 30 km
2004 UNNAMED 2,547 33 km
2008 UNNAMED 2,503 73 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 51°F (11°C) 4.0 in Coldest
February 51°F (11°C) 3.2 in
March 58°F (15°C) 4.0 in
April 65°F (18°C) 3.1 in
May 72°F (22°C) 3.4 in
June 78°F (26°C) 5.6 in
July 83°F (28°C) 5.7 in Warmest
August 80°F (27°C) 7.2 in Wettest
September 77°F (25°C) 5.0 in
October 67°F (20°C) 3.1 in
November 59°F (15°C) 2.5 in Driest
December 52°F (11°C) 3.2 in

Shell Point has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 51°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.2") and November the driest (2.5").

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Shell Point is located in Beaufort County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 27.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 18% below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. 5.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 56.6% of the vote, a 14.5-point margin. 80.4% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 13 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 573 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 83.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.6%
D 42.2%

Winner: Republican by 14.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.6%
18% below US avg
High School+96.3%
Graduate Degree+5.8%
School Test Score5.15
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density500/sq mi
Total Area3.9 sq mi
CountyBeaufort County County

Services

Broadband Access80.4%
Avg Download Speed81.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed6.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed987 Mbps
EV Charging Stations13
Alt Fuel Stations19
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities573
Restaurants590
Retail Stores806

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.3 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.8%
Average costs for common services in Shell Point. 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)
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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)
View all 18 services

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)
View all 25 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
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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)
View all 8 services

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)
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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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$861
Toddler$801
Preschool$784
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$596
Toddler$596
Preschool$577
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Beaufort County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Accommodation & Food Services 13,483 642 $32,521 2.09
Retail Trade 11,570 809 $38,313 1.63
Health Care & Social Assistance 7,391 732 $59,255 0.73
Construction 4,468 901 $70,533 1.20
Other Services 4,188 600 $48,111 1.96
Administrative & Waste Services 3,862 526 $47,530 0.92
Professional & Technical Services 3,611 1,204 $94,287 0.73
Arts & Entertainment 3,143 175 $36,113 2.63
Real Estate 2,340 627 $61,854 2.12
Finance & Insurance 1,772 452 $119,469 0.61
Educational Services 1,036 90 $47,393 0.71
Manufacturing 1,018 228 $68,670 0.17
Transportation & Warehousing 839 137 $48,461 0.28
Wholesale Trade 731 253 $102,236 0.26
Information & Technology 411 168 $88,852 0.31
Management of Companies 202 64 $112,246 0.17
Utilities 172 15 $84,298 0.64

Radio Stations near Shell Point

0 stations within ~55 km.

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National Parks Near Shell Point

13 national parks and monuments found near Shell Point.

ParkTypeFee
Barnwell State Park State Park Free
Charles Pinckney National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Colleton State Park State Park Free
Edisto Beach State Park State Park Free
Fort Mcallister 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
Kitfield Park State Park Free
Lake Warren State Park State Park Free
Reconstruction Era National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Skidaway Island State Park State Park Free

Museums in Shell Point

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
COASTAL DISCOVERY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8436896767$1,240,741
HILTON HEAD ISLAND CONCOURS D ELEGANCEHISTORIC PRESERVATION8437857469$908,286
PENN CENTERHISTORY MUSEUM16 PENN CENTER CIR W8438382432$901,030
PARRIS ISLAND HISTORICAL AND MUSEUM SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONBLDG #111 MARINE CORPS RECRUIT DEPOT8432282951$384,824
VERDIER HISTORIC HOUSE MANSIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION801 BAY STREET8433793331$331,111
VERDIER HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION8433796335$331,111
THE SANDBOX: AN INTERACTIVE CHILDREN'S MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM8438427645$236,247
SEA PINES FOREST PRESERVE FOUNDATIONZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION8438421979$141,877
MITCHELVILLE PRESERVATION PROJECTHISTORIC PRESERVATION539 WILLIAM HILTON PKWY SUITE 134$95,999
BLUFFTON HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION70 BOUNDARY ST8437576293$80,020
HEYWARD HOUSE HISTORIC CENTERHISTORIC PRESERVATION8437576293$80,020
BEAUFORT ART ASSOCIATIONART MUSEUM913 BAY STREET8435214444$76,262
DAUFUSKIE ISLAND LOWCOUNTRY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM$31
AFRICAN THEOLOGICAL ARCHMINISTRYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
BEAUFORT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
BEAUFORT MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8432771443
BILLIE BURN MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM8438422435
FORT FREMONT HISTORICAL PARKARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER1126 STATE RD S-7-45
GULLAH MUSEUM OF HILTON HEAD ISLANDGENERAL MUSEUM1212 GEORGIANNA DRIVE8436813254
HISTORIC PORT ROYAL FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION1004 11TH STREET8435244333
JASPER COUNTY HISTORIC SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8433845760
LOW COUNTRY CIVIL WAR ROUNDTABLEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
LOWCOUNTRY ESTUARIUMGENERAL MUSEUM8435246600
MUSEUM OF HILTON HEAD ISLANDGENERAL MUSEUM70 HONEY HORN DRIVE8436896767
OLD TOWN MUSEUM AT SEVEN OAKSHISTORY MUSEUM8438371893
WEBEL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8437266544

Libraries in Shell Point

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BEAUFORT COUNTY LIBRARY311 SCOTT STREET0.0462,534

Farmers Markets in Shell Point

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Buckwalters Farmers Market101 Buckwalter Place
Downtown Beaufort Farmers Market1501 Bay Street05/04/2016 to 10/26/2016Wed: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;Yes
Farmers Market of Bluffton40 Calhoun Street01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015Thu: 2:00 PM-7:00 PM;YesVisit
Jasper County Farmers Market9935 South Jacob Smart Blv. (Hwy. 17 S.)Visit
Pigeon Point Farmers Market1512 Pigeon Point Rd.
Port Royal Farmers Market1615 Ribaut RoadVisit
Shelter Cove Farmers Market39 Shelter Cove Lane04/29/2014 to 06/10/2014Tue: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;Visit
The Farmers Market at Sea Pines Center Presented by Lowcountry Produce71 Lighthouse Road04/01/2015 to 12/31/2015Tue: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;Yes
The Mall at Shelter CoveTHighway 278 & 24 Shelter Cove Land

Restaurants in Shell Point

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fat Patties
Roadhouse Ribs
Waffle House

Gas Stations in Shell Point

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Circle K
Enmark
Exxon
Parker's Gas

Banks in Shell Point

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CPM Federal Credit Union

Golf Courses in Shell Point

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chechessee Creek Club
Old Tabby Golf Links

Breweries in Shell Point

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Dragonfly BreweryBars & Clubs, Breweries, Food & Drink, Nightlife236 Saipan St8504974888
Growler's Craft Beer and AlesBrewery, Beer Garden, Sc>brewery, Sc>beer Garden33 57 Shelter Cove Ln
Hilton Head Brewing Co.Brewery and Bar7 Greenwood Dr8437853900
Salt Marsh BrewingBreweries, Food & Drink203 Bluffton Rd

Nursing Homes in Shell Point

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
NHC HEALTHCARE - BLUFFTON
3039 OKATIE HIGHWAY
For profit - Corporation 120 114 4/5 - 4/5 2/5 8437058220

EV Charging Stations in Shell Point

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Beaufort Jasper Hampton Comprehensive Health - Tesla Destination721 Okatie HwyTesla Destination2TESLApublic
MCRD Parris IslandTalasea StreetNon-Networked2J1772private

Cell Towers in Shell Point

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
3790 Okatie RoadTOWER105
41 Charleston Hwy (023874 / Garden's Corner)TOWER103
14 Archer RoadTOWER97
COOSAWATCHIETOWER96
(Boyd) 501 Highway 336LTOWER93
100 BEES CREEK ROADTOWER84
SW of SSR37 on Lands End RoadTOWER66

Bridges in Shell Point

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20041,85329,600F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20049,00029,600F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete2004420425G

Airports Near Shell Point

35 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Charleston International AirportCHSLarge Airport
Savannah Hilton Head International AirportSAVLarge Airport
Beaufort MCAS - Merritt Field-Medium Airport
Hilton Head AirportHHHMedium Airport
Hunter Army Air FieldSVNMedium Airport
7 Oaks Flight Park-Small Airport
Airy Hall Airport-Small Airport
Allendale County Airport-Small Airport
Beaufort Executive AirportBFTSmall Airport
Briar Patch Airport-Small Airport
Briggs Field-Small Airport
Broxton Bridge Plantation Airport-Small Airport
Charleston Executive Airport-Small Airport
Cypress Lakes Airport-Small Airport
Davis Airport-Small Airport
Eagle Neck Airport-Small Airport
Edisto Island Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Ehrhardt Airport-Small Airport
Hampton County Airport-Small Airport
Hannah Rhea Field-Small Airport
Harpers Airport-Small Airport
Hodges Airpark-Small Airport
Hondarosa Airport-Small Airport
Lanes Landing-Small Airport
Lewis Airport-Small Airport
Lowcountry Regional AirportRBWSmall Airport
Marsh Point Airport-Small Airport
Mount Holly Airport-Small Airport
Pluff Mud Field-Small Airport
Ridgeland-Claude Dean Airport-Small Airport
Shiloh Plantation Airport-Small Airport
Summerville Airport-Small Airport
Swaids Field-Small Airport
Too Goo Doo Farms Airport-Small Airport
Wild Jumps Airport-Small Airport

Police Stations in Shell Point

12 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Beaufort County Sheriff's Office2001 Duke Street
Beaufort Police Department
Beaufort Police Department District A Substation
Bluffton Police Department
Bluffton Police Department101 Progressive Street
Jasper County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Center
Parris Island Military Police
Port Royal Police Department
Ridgeland Police Department
South Carolina Highway Patrol
South Carolina Highway Patrol Troop 6 Post C
US Marshals Service

Grocery Stores in Shell Point

7 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Circle K 272907Convenience Store845 Robert Smalls Pkwy
Food Lion 2839Supermarket860 Parris Island Gtwy
Lemon Island SeafoodSpecialty Store310 Okatie Hwy
Nouria 101 Midtown Drive 845Convenience Store101 Midtown Dr
Parker's 55Convenience Store7021 North Okatie Highway
Parker's 58Convenience Store12 Savannah Hwy
Shri Ganeshay LlcConvenience Store780 Parris Island Gtwy

Treatment Centers in Shell Point

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Beaufort Memorial Hospital - Mental Health ServicesMental Health843-522-5200 x5269
Coastal Empire Community MH Ctr - Beaufort Mental Health ClinicMental Health843-524-8899
Coastal Empire Community MH Ctr - Hilton Head Mental Health ClinicMental Health843-681-4865
Coastal Empire Community MH Ctr - Jasper County ClinicMental Health843-726-8030
New Life Center Commission on Alc and - Other Drug Abuse ServicesSubstance Abuse843-726-5996

Churches & Religious Organizations in Shell Point

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
FOR THE CITY INC8 MEETING HOUSE RD
GRACE COASTAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH15 WILLIAMS DR
MAYE RIVER BAPTIST CHURCH3507 OKATIE HWY

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Frequently Asked Questions About Shell Point

What is the population of Shell Point?

Shell Point has a population of 2,005 residents and is located in South Carolina. The population density is 500 people per square mile, spread across 3.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.6% female and 47.4% male.

Is Shell Point expensive to live in?

Shell Point 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 $65,840, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $233,600 (17% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,185 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Shell Point safe?

Shell Point is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 306 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,604 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Shell Point receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Shell Point?

Shell Point 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 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Shell Point?

Shell Point has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,053. There are 7,748 business establishments in the area, including 590 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 5.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Shell Point?

The median home value in Shell Point is $233,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $349,503. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,185. Fair market rent is $982 for a 1-bedroom and $1,155 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 76.2%. The average annual property tax is $6,407.

How are the schools in Shell Point?

Schools in Shell Point score 5.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 27.6% of adults in Shell Point hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. 5.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Shell Point?

The obesity rate in Shell Point is 30.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.4% of adults are smokers. 18.7% are physically inactive. 19.9% of residents report depression. 11.5% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 85.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,442.

What is transportation like in Shell Point?

The average commute in Shell Point is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 83.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Shell Point?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Shell Point is 82.8% White, 13.1% Black or African American, 1% Hispanic or Latino. 94.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.3% speak Spanish. 27.1% of the population are military veterans. 11.4% of residents have a disability. 93.5% have health insurance coverage.

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