Tybee Island, GA

Georgia · Beaufort County · Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal Metro

Tybee Island is a small town in Georgia with a population of 3,121. Residents earn $112,778 per year, which is 50% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0

B+ Good

3,121 Population 1,084/sq mi density

$112,778 Median Income $52,145 per capita

$613,400 Home Value $616,899 Zillow

$1,214 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent

68°F Avg Temperature 323 sunny days/yr

229 Violent Crime/100K 3,730 property/100K

B+

Overall

3.6 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

A+

Economy

5.0 / 5.0

$112,778 median income, 0.6% unemployment

B+

Affordability

3.6 / 5.0

$613,400 home value, $1,214/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

229 violent crimes/100K (40% below avg)

A+

Education

5.0 / 5.0

49.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $112,778

50% higher than US avg

Home Value $613,400

118% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 229/100K

40% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 49.7%

47% higher than US avg

Median Rent $1,214

4% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 26.4%

18% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.6%

83% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 5.8%

53% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,121

Median Age63.8 yrs

Density1,084/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 95%

Veterans10.9%

Economy

A+

Median Income$112,778

Per Capita$52,145

Unemployment0.6%

Poverty5.8%

County GDP$12,873M

Commute30 min

Housing

B+

Home Value$613,400

Rent$1,214

Ownership89.3%

Zillow$616,899

Housing Units3,304

Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

Violent229/100K

Property3,730/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault98/100K

Burglary229/100K

Health

Obesity26.4%

Uninsured7.8%

Smoking10.4%

Depression21.5%

Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)

AQI44 (Good)

Sunny Days323/yr

Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+49.7%

High School+96.9%

Graduate+24.2%

School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%

Commute30 min

Broadband94.8%

EV Stations3

Libraries7

Is Tybee Island a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tybee Island receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Tybee Island offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tybee Island is $112,778, which is significantly higher than the national average / 50% above $75,149. This places Tybee Island among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 5.8% 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 Tybee Island is $613,400, making it a premium housing market at 118% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,214 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Tybee Island is below the national average at 229 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,730 per 100,000, 90% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 49.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Tybee Island 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 44.

Tybee Island has a population of 3,121 with a density of 1,084 people per square mile, spread across 3.2 square miles. The median age is 63.8 years, 64% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.2% female and 46.8% male. The city is predominantly White (94.9%), with 2.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.3% of residents. 10.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 17.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,121

Total Population

1,084

People / sq mi

63.8yrs

Median Age

64% above US avg

3.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%

Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Tybee Island vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.3%

21% above US avg

Spanish 4.7%

65% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tybee Island vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tybee Island is $112,778, which is 50% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,145 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,053, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.8% 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 96.3, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 13.5% of workers work from home.

Income: Tybee Island vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$112,778
	50% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$52,145
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,053
IRS Avg AGI	$116,088
Gini Index	0.478 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.6%
	83% below US avg
Poverty Rate	5.8%
	53% below US avg
Establishments (County)	7,748
County GDP	$12,873M

Business (County)

Restaurants	590
Healthcare	573
Retail	806
Manufacturing	88

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,407
	83% above US avg
Cost of Living	96.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	30.1 min
Drive Alone	75.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	13.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Tybee Island is $613,400, 118% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $616,899. Homes sell for 95.4% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,214 (4% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,023 for a one-bedroom to $1,203 for a two-bedroom apartment. 89.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,304 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1985. The average annual property tax is $6,407 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 51.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$613,400
	118% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$616,899
Median List Price	$625,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$625,000
$/Sq Ft	$444
Homes Sold	9
Sale-to-List Ratio	95.4%
Price Drops	12.9%
Inventory	93

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,214
	4% above US avg
Rent Burden	51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$979
1 Bedroom	$1,023
2 Bedrooms	$1,203
3 Bedrooms	$1,524
4 Bedrooms	$1,775

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	89.3%
Owner-Occupied	89.3%
Renter-Occupied	10.7%
Housing Units	3,304
Median Year Built	1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,407
	83% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.04%

In Tybee Island, 26.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.3% of residents, below the national average. 29.1% have high blood pressure. 10.4% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 20.2% report binge drinking. 17.0% are physically inactive, below the national average. 21.5% report depression. 15.6% experience frequent mental distress. 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 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: Tybee Island vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	26.4%
	18% below US avg
Diabetes	7.8%
Heart Disease	4.3%
High Blood Pressure	29.1%
Asthma	9.5%
COPD	4.4%
Cancer	7.8%
Stroke	2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	10.4%
	26% below US avg
Binge Drinking	20.2%
Physical Inactivity	17.0%
Depression	21.5%
Mental Distress	15.6%
Physical Distress	10.4%
Short Sleep	37.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	88.5%
Uninsured	7.8%
	9% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,442
Dentists	1:811
Mental Health	1:502
Checkup Rate	76.9%
Dental Visits	67.9%
Premature Death	7,369/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.7/10
Exercise Access	85.0%
Healthcare Facilities	573

Tybee Island has a violent crime rate of 229 per 100,000 residents, 40% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 98.2 per 100,000, robbery at 65.5, rape at 65.5. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,730 per 100,000, 90% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 3,403, burglary at 229, vehicle theft at 98 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 22 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Tybee Island receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	229.1/100K
	40% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	65.5/100K
Robbery	65.5/100K
Assault	98.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	3,730.4/100K
	90% above US avg
Burglary	229.1/100K
Theft	3,403.1/100K
Vehicle Theft	98.2/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	22
Traffic Accidents	14
Avg Accident Severity	3.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Tybee Island 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 44. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	67.8°F
	26% above US avg
January Average	51°F (11°C)
July Average	83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	323 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	20 ft (6 m)
Area	3.2 sq mi (8.3 km²)
Population Density	1,084/sq mi
Coordinates	32.0102°N, 80.8559°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Beaufort County County
Nearest Airport	Savannah/Hilton Head International (SAV) 22 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Wettest Month (Aug) 7.40"

Driest Month (Nov) 2.44"

Air Quality

AQI Median	44.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively High
Risk Score	97.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability	44.6 / 100
Community Resilience	66.7 / 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

34 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	126 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	127 km
Jul 13, 2003	6 km N of Cobbtown, Georgia	M3.6	127 km
Nov 13, 1990	4 km SSW of Ladson, South Carolina	M3.5	124 km
Nov 8, 2002	24 km SSE of Kiawah Island, South Carolina	M3.5	97 km
Aug 29, 2009	2 km NE of Summerville, South Carolina	M3.2	131 km
May 5, 2003	4 km NNW of Summerville, South Carolina	M3.1	132 km
Jul 20, 2004	7 km WSW of Centerville, South Carolina	M3.1	121 km
Mar 29, 1999	3 km NNW of Sangaree, South Carolina	M3.0	135 km
Jul 26, 2002	4 km NNW of Summerville, South Carolina	M3.0	132 km
Mar 19, 2014	0 km WNW of Centerville, South Carolina	M3.0	127 km
Jul 7, 2002	1 km NW of Sangaree, South Carolina	M2.9	133 km
Mar 2, 2003	7 km S of Centerville, South Carolina	M2.9	121 km
Feb 7, 1990	9 km S of Centerville, South Carolina	M2.9	119 km
May 12, 2010	6 km SSW of Ladson, South Carolina	M2.8	123 km
Jul 31, 2012	5 km S of Centerville, South Carolina	M2.8	123 km
Jul 16, 2002	5 km SSW of Ladson, South Carolina	M2.8	123 km
Jan 11, 2002	6 km SSW of Ladson, South Carolina	M2.7	123 km
May 1, 2004	3 km ENE of Goose Creek, South Carolina	M2.7	136 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

22 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Helene (2024, Cat 2).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2024	Helene	Category 4	244 km
2023	Idalia	Category 3	222 km
2022	Ian	Category 1	182 km
2020	Isaias	Category 1	129 km
2019	Dorian	Category 3	137 km
2018	Michael	Category 1	287 km
2016	Matthew	Category 3	35 km
2014	Arthur	Category 2	193 km
2005	Ophelia	Category 1	267 km
2004	Charley	Category 1	109 km
2004	Gaston	Category 1	155 km
2004	Alex	Category 1	297 km
1999	Floyd	Category 3	193 km
1999	Dennis	Category 2	255 km
1999	Irene	Category 1	133 km
1998	Bonnie	Category 3	297 km
1996	Fran	Category 3	282 km
1996	Bertha	Category 2	227 km
1989	Hugo	Category 4	132 km
1985	Kate	Category 1	256 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

177 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 14 fatalities, 205 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 5, 2022	EF4	76 km	1
Apr 13, 2020	EF4	87 km	5
May 11, 2008	EF4	88 km	0
Apr 9, 1998	EF3	71 km	2
Apr 13, 2020	EF2	72 km	0
May 23, 2017	EF2	14 km	0
Feb 9, 2017	EF2	76 km	0
Oct 27, 2009	EF2	81 km	0
May 11, 2008	EF2	98 km	0
Mar 15, 2008	EF2	60 km	0
Mar 15, 2008	EF2	48 km	0
Sep 3, 1998	EF2	55 km	1
Apr 9, 1998	EF2	90 km	4
May 23, 1980	EF2	22 km	0
May 3, 1975	EF2	65 km	0
May 12, 1974	EF2	82 km	0
Nov 9, 1973	EF2	21 km	0
Oct 27, 1972	EF2	59 km	0
Jan 15, 1971	EF2	74 km	0
May 25, 1970	EF2	1 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	—	—	127 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	75 km
2007	UNNAMED	10,963	68 km
2008	UNNAMED	10,163	66 km
2008	UNNAMED	4,291	86 km
2010	UNNAMED	4,269	54 km
2008	UNNAMED	4,021	69 km
2011	ELIM CHURCH RD. FIRE	3,850	88 km
2001	UNNAMED	3,827	82 km
2010	UNNAMED	3,746	51 km
2010	UNNAMED	3,521	42 km
1994	UNNAMED	3,469	59 km
2010	UNNAMED	2,990	59 km
2004	UNNAMED	2,880	42 km
2008	UNNAMED	2,845	46 km
2008	UNNAMED	2,768	60 km
2008	UNNAMED	2,748	60 km
1994	UNNAMED	2,732	71 km
2004	UNNAMED	2,661	70 km
2008	UNNAMED	2,650	64 km
2004	UNNAMED	2,553	59 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	51°F (11°C)	3.9 in	Coldest
February	52°F (11°C)	3.1 in
March	59°F (15°C)	3.9 in
April	65°F (18°C)	3.0 in
May	72°F (22°C)	3.5 in
June	78°F (26°C)	5.4 in
July	83°F (28°C)	5.9 in	Warmest
August	81°F (27°C)	7.4 in	Wettest
September	77°F (25°C)	5.4 in
October	68°F (20°C)	3.2 in
November	60°F (15°C)	2.4 in	Driest
December	53°F (12°C)	3.0 in

Tybee Island has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 51°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.4") and November the driest (2.4").

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Tybee Island is located in Beaufort County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 49.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 47% above the national average of 33.7%. 96.9% have completed high school. 24.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 56.6% of the vote, a 14.5-point margin. 94.8% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 573 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 75.7% 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
Traffic Accidents	14
Avg Accident Severity	3.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	49.7%
	47% above US avg
High School+	96.9%
Graduate Degree+	24.2%
School Test Score	4.92

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3	Metro / under 250K
Population Density	1,084/sq mi
Total Area	3.2 sq mi
County	Beaufort County County

Services

Broadband Access	94.8%
Avg Download Speed	81.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	6.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed	987 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	3
Alt Fuel Stations	3
Public Libraries	7
Healthcare Facilities	573
Restaurants	590
Retail Stores	806

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	30.1 min
Drive Alone	75.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	13.5%

Average costs for common services in Tybee Island. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$241 ($144–$385)
Specialist Visit	$337 ($193–$530)
Urgent Care Visit	$193 ($96–$337)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,119 ($770–$4,815)
Dental Cleaning	$125 ($72–$193)
Dental Filling	$241 ($144–$385)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$43 ($24–$72)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$72 ($48–$116)
Brake Pad Replacement	$289 ($144–$482)
Tire Rotation	$39 ($19–$72)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$578 ($385–$963)
Battery Replacement	$193 ($96–$337)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$96 ($58–$144)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$87 ($48–$135)
HVAC Repair	$385 ($144–$770)
HVAC System Install	$6,741 ($3,852–$11,556)
Roof Repair	$963 ($385–$1,926)
Roof Replacement	$8,667 ($5,297–$14,445)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,445 ($482–$3,371)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,445 ($4,815–$28,890)
DUI Defense	$4,815 ($1,926–$9,630)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,445 ($770–$2,889)
Will Preparation	$482 ($193–$963)
Trust Preparation	$2,408 ($963–$4,815)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$43)
Women's Haircut	$53 ($29–$96)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$144 ($72–$241)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$43)
Pedicure	$39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour)	$77 ($48–$125)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.95 ($2.89–$5.30)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.37 ($2.41–$4.82)
Loaf of Bread	$3.66 ($2.41–$5.30)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.33 ($2.89–$6.26)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.30 ($3.85–$7.22)
Rice (per lb)	$0.96 ($0.58–$1.73)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$135 ($77–$241)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$67 ($29–$144)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$67 ($39–$116)
Internet (Monthly)	$67 ($39–$96)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$63 ($29–$96)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$82 ($48–$144)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$193 ($72–$482)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,926 ($1,156–$3,371)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$67 ($29–$125)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.70–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$96 ($29–$241)
Driver's License Renewal	$29 ($14–$72)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,156 ($578–$2,408)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$963 ($482–$1,926)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$385 ($193–$674)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$48 ($24–$96)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$963 ($385–$2,408)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,038 ($4,815–$28,890)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$58 ($29–$96)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$96 ($48–$193)
Dog Grooming	$58 ($29–$96)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$39 ($19–$72)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$289 ($144–$482)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$193 ($96–$385)

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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

Schools in Tybee Island

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Tybee Island Maritime Academy School (Charter)	Elementary	421	33	12.8:1

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Radio Stations near Tybee Island

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality

National Parks Near Tybee Island

10 national parks and monuments found near Tybee Island.

Park	Type	Fee
Edisto Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Frederica National Monument	National Monument	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
Hunting Island State Park	State Park	Free
Jekyll Island State 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

Historical Trends — Tybee Island

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	3,026	$53,455
2015	3,088	$65,545
2017	3,120	$74,919
2019	3,072	$80,897
2021	3,091	$101,913
2023	3,130	$112,778

Museums in Tybee Island

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
ALEXANDER HALL GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		9125255100	$379,772,463
FAHM HALL GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		9125255100	$379,772,463
GUTSTEIN GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		9125254743	$379,772,463
HALL STREET GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		9125254948	$379,772,463
PEI LING CHAN GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		9125255100	$379,772,463
PINNACLE GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		9125254950	$379,772,463
SCAD MUSEUM OF ART	ART MUSEUM			$379,772,463
OWENS-THOMAS HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	124 ABERCORN ST	9127908889	$6,831,609
TELFAIR MUSEUM OF ART	ART MUSEUM		9127908800	$6,831,609
SAVANNAH HISTORY MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		9126516825	$4,159,250
GEORGIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9126512125	$2,941,829
COASTAL DISCOVERY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		8436896767	$1,240,741
TYBEE ISLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 366	9127865801	$1,159,824
HILTON HEAD ISLAND CONCOURS D ELEGANCE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8437857469	$908,286
THE SANDBOX: AN INTERACTIVE CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM		8438427645	$236,247
SAVANNAH SCIENCE MUSEUM	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM	305 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD	9124478655	$191,032
KING-TISDELL COTTAGE FOUNDATION	HISTORY MUSEUM		9122348000	$144,339
SEA PINES FOREST PRESERVE FOUNDATION	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION		8438421979	$141,877
MITCHELVILLE PRESERVATION PROJECT	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	539 WILLIAM HILTON PKWY SUITE 134		$95,999
BLUFFTON HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	70 BOUNDARY ST	8437576293	$80,020
HEYWARD HOUSE HISTORIC CENTER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8437576293	$80,020
FLANNERY O'CONNOR CHILDHOOD HOME	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9122336014	$64,753
ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
BEACH INSTITUTE CULTURAL CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		9122348000
BILLIE BURN MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		8438422435
BONAVENTURE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	330 BONAVENTURE ROAD	9124124687
CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF AFRICAN DIASPORA MUSEUMS & COMMUNITI	GENERAL MUSEUM
CENTRAL OF GEORGIA/ROUNDHOUSE COMPLEX	GENERAL MUSEUM		9126516823
COASTAL HERITAGE SOCIETY- SAVANNAH CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	655 LOUISVILLE ROAD	9126516840
COCKSPUR ISLAND LIGHTHOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9127865801
FORT PULASKI NATIONAL MONUMENT	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	US HIGHWAY 80 EAST	9127865787
GRAY'S REEF NATIONAL MARINE SANCTUARY	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION		9125982345
GULLAH MUSEUM OF HILTON HEAD ISLAND	GENERAL MUSEUM	1212 GEORGIANNA DRIVE	8436813254
ISAIAH DAVENPORT HOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9122368097
ISLE OF HOPE HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9123548187
JULIETTE GORDON LOW BIRTHPLACE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9122334501
MASSIE HERITAGE CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		9122015070
MERCER-WILLIAMS HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	429 BULL STREET	9122366352
MUSEUM OF HILTON HEAD ISLAND	GENERAL MUSEUM	70 HONEY HORN DRIVE	8436896767
OLD TOWN MUSEUM AT SEVEN OAKS	HISTORY MUSEUM		8438371893
PINPOINT HERITAGE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9123550064
RALPH MARK GILBERT CIVIL RIGHTS MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		9127776099
SORREL WEED HOUSE	GENERAL MUSEUM		9122368888
THUNDERBOLT MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9123510836
TYBEE ISLAND MARINE SCIENCE CENTER	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		9127865917
WORMSLOE PLANTATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9123533023

Libraries in Tybee Island

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
LIVE OAK PUBLIC LIBRARIES	2002 BULL STREET	0.0	1,426,481

Farmers Markets in Tybee Island

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Farmers Market of Bluffton	40 Calhoun Street	01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015	Thu: 2:00 PM-7:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Forsyth Farmers' Market	1 West Park Avenue	01/02/2016 to 12/17/2016	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Shelter Cove Farmers Market	39 Shelter Cove Lane	04/29/2014 to 06/10/2014	Tue: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;		Visit
The Farmers Market at Sea Pines Center Presented by Lowcountry Produce	71 Lighthouse Road	04/01/2015 to 12/31/2015	Tue: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;	Yes
The Mall at Shelter Cove	THighway 278 & 24 Shelter Cove Land
Wilmington Island Farmers' Market	111 Walthour Road	03/05/2016 to 06/25/2016	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit

Breweries in Tybee Island

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Boar's Head Grill & Tavern	Seafood Restaurant, Bars & Clubs, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Brewery, Bar, Taverns	1 Lincoln St	9126519660	Visit
Growler's Craft Beer and Ales	Brewery, Beer Garden, Sc>brewery, Sc>beer Garden	33 57 Shelter Cove Ln
Hilton Head Brewing Co.	Brewery and Bar	7 Greenwood Dr	8437853900
Salt Marsh Brewing	Breweries, Food & Drink	203 Bluffton Rd
Service Brewing Company, Service Brewing Co	Other Food & Drink, Food & Drink, Brewery	574 Indian St

Nursing Homes in Tybee Island

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
SAVANNAH BEACH HEALTH AND REHAB 26 VAN HORNE STREET	For profit - Corporation	50	39	2/5	—	3/5	5/5	9127864511
OCEANSIDE HEALTH & REHAB 7 ROSEWOOD AVENUE	For profit - Corporation	85	71	1/5	—	3/5	4/5	9127864511

Pharmacies in Tybee Island

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
ISLAND PHARMACY	303 1ST STREET	912-786-7878

Cell Towers in Tybee Island

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
2810 DIXIE AVE	TOWER	122
3790 Okatie Road	TOWER	105
14 Archer Road	TOWER	97
1002 S. SAVANNAH HIGHWAY	TOWER	76

Fire Stations in Tybee Island

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Tybee Island Fire Department	409 Jones AVE	Volunteer			912-786-4573

Bridges in Tybee Island

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1960	1,433	9,600	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1962	111	9,600	F
Channel Beam	Prestressed concrete	1975	120	400	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2018	1,295	395	G

Superfund Sites Near Tybee Island

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
SOUTHERN LNG INC.	ELBA ISLAND	CHATHAM

Airports Near Tybee Island

27 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Savannah Hilton Head International Airport	SAV	Large Airport
Beaufort MCAS - Merritt Field	—	Medium Airport
Hilton Head Airport	HHH	Medium Airport
Hunter Army Air Field	SVN	Medium Airport
Airy Hall Airport	—	Small Airport
Barbour Island Airport	—	Small Airport
Beaufort Executive Airport	BFT	Small Airport
Briar Patch Airport	—	Small Airport
Briggs Field	—	Small Airport
Cypress Lakes Airport	—	Small Airport
Davis Airport	—	Small Airport
Eagle Neck Airport	—	Small Airport
Edisto Island Private Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Evans UAS Strip	—	Small Airport
Harpers Airport	—	Small Airport
Hodges Airpark	—	Small Airport
Hondarosa Airport	—	Small Airport
Lewis Airport	—	Small Airport
Marsh Point Airport	—	Small Airport
MidCoast Regional Airport at Wright Army Airfield	LIY	Small Airport
Patterson Island Airport	—	Small Airport
Plantation Airpark	—	Small Airport
Ridgeland-Claude Dean Airport	—	Small Airport
Sapelo Island Airport	—	Small Airport
Swaids Field	—	Small Airport
Too Goo Doo Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Townsend Air Strip	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Tybee Island

7 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Bluffton Police Department
Chatham County Islands Precint formerly SCMPD Precinct	54 Johnny Mercer Boulevard
Savannah Metropolitan Police Department Headquarters	201 Habersham Street
Savannah Police Central Precinct	1710 Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Savannah Police Street
Tybee Island Police Department	78 Van Horne Avenue
U.S. Customs and Border Protection	1, 3 East Bay Street

Grocery Stores in Tybee Island

6 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Chu's 101	Convenience Store	304 1st St
Chu's 102	Convenience Store	1603 Inlet Ave
Chu's Convenience Mart 121	Convenience Store	725 1st Street
Cuevas Mexican Store	Grocery Store	1105 Hwy 80
Nouria 1264 Highway 80 East 828	Convenience Store	1264 Hwy 80
Tybee Market	Grocery Store	1111 Butler Ave

Post Offices in Tybee Island

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
United States Post Office

Treatment Centers in Tybee Island

6 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Coastal Empire Community MH Ctr - Hilton Head Mental Health Clinic	Mental Health	843-681-4865
Gateway Behavioral Health Services - Azalea Clinic	Both	912-525-2717
Gateway Behavioral Health Services - Behavioral Health Crisis Center	Both	912-417-9471
Gateway Behavioral Health Services - Magnolia Center for Addictive Disorder	Both	912-790-6500
Memorial Health Univ Medical Center - Center for Behavioral Medicine	Both	912-350-2664
Recovery Place Community Services - Substance Abuse Treatment Services	Substance Abuse	912-355-5938

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tybee Island

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
CHAPEL BY THE SEA BAPTIST CHURCH	PO BOX 235

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tybee Island

What is the population of Tybee Island?

Tybee Island has a population of 3,121 residents and is located in Georgia. The population density is 1,084 people per square mile, spread across 3.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 63.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.2% female and 46.8% male.

Is Tybee Island expensive to live in?

Tybee Island has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 96.3 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $112,778, 50% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $613,400 (118% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,214 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Tybee Island safe?

Tybee Island is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 229 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,730 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Tybee Island receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Tybee Island?

Tybee Island 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 44.

How is the job market in Tybee Island?

The job market in Tybee Island is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.6% / well below the national rate 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 30 minutes, and 13.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Tybee Island?

The median home value in Tybee Island is $613,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $616,899. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,214. Fair market rent is $1,023 for a 1-bedroom and $1,203 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 89.3%. The average annual property tax is $6,407.

How are the schools in Tybee Island?

Schools in Tybee Island have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 49.7% of adults in Tybee Island hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 96.9% have completed high school. 24.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Tybee Island?

The obesity rate in Tybee Island is 26.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 10.4% of adults are smokers. 17.0% are physically inactive. 21.5% of residents report depression. 7.8% lack health insurance. 85.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,442.

What is transportation like in Tybee Island?

The average commute in Tybee Island is 30 minutes. 75.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 13.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Tybee Island?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Tybee Island is 94.9% White, 2.5% Black or African American. 95.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.7% speak Spanish. 10.9% of the population are military veterans. 17.2% of residents have a disability. 88.5% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Wilmington Island, GA 14,457 pop · 7.0 mi Talahi Island, GA 1,028 pop · 7.2 mi Whitemarsh Island, GA 6,918 pop · 9.3 mi Dutch Island, GA 1,353 pop · 10.4 mi Thunderbolt, GA 2,552 pop · 11.5 mi Isle of Hope, GA 1,945 pop · 11.6 mi Skidaway Island, GA 8,907 pop · 12.2 mi Hilton Head Island, SC 37,805 pop · 14.2 mi Bluffton, SC 31,323 pop · 14.8 mi Montgomery, GA 4,704 pop · 14.8 mi Garden City, GA 10,375 pop · 19.5 mi Savannah, GA 147,546 pop · 20.0 mi Georgetown, GA 11,606 pop · 22.0 mi Hardeeville, SC 9,293 pop · 22.5 mi

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