Median Income
$71,563
5% lower than US avg
Home Value
$305,600
8% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.2%
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment
7.5%
108% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Tiawah Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population107
Median Age55.3 yrs
Density26/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Economy
B+
Median Income$71,563
Per Capita$38,771
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$4,881M
Commute30 min
Housing
A
Home Value$305,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease6.9%
Climate
Avg Temp59°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Elevation604 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.2%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute30 min
Broadband65.0%
Libraries5
Is Tiawah a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Tiawah receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Tiawah offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Tiawah is $71,563, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Tiawah is $305,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Tiawah enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Tiawah has a population of 107 with a density of 26 people per square mile. The median age is 55.3 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.1%), with 15.9% Hispanic.
Population
55.3yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.2% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.8% |
| 72% below US avg |
The median household income in Tiawah is $71,563, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $71,563 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $38,771 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,117 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $82,031 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.5% |
| 108% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,210 |
| County GDP | $4,881M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 118 |
| Healthcare | 198 |
| Retail | 238 |
| Manufacturing | 138 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,102 |
| 17% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.34% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.2 min |
| Work from Home | 8.3% |
The median home value in Tiawah is $305,600, 8% above the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $305,600 |
| 8% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,102 |
| 17% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.34% |
In Tiawah, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 28.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Tiawah vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.0% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.3% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.1% |
| Depression | 23.6% |
| Mental Distress | 17.3% |
| Physical Distress | 13.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 73.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.8% |
| Premature Death | 8,219/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 58.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 198 |
Crime Rates: Tiawah vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 14 |
Safety Score
Tiawah has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
36°F Jan (2°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 59.0°F |
| 9% above US avg |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 45.9 inches |
| 21% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 604 ft (184 m) |
| Area | 4.1 sq mi (10.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 26/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.2483°N, 95.5362°W |
| County FIPS | 40131 |