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Shell Point, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Beaufort County County
Shell Point, SC
At a Glance
How Shell Point Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Shell Point's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Shell Point a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Shell Point residents earn a median household income of $65,840 , which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,432. The unemployment rate stands at 3.1% (14% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 7,748 business establishments, including 590 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Shell Point is $233,600 , 17% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $349,503. Median rent is $1,185/month, with 27.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 93.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1984.
Safety & Crime
Shell Point reports 306 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 19% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,604/100K.
Education
27.6% of adults in Shell Point hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below the national average). 96.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Shell Point has 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.