Livability Score

71
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities F

There are not many amenities close to this location.
Coffee (0) F
Second State Coffee
Coffee Shop
Bistro A Vin
Coffee Shop
Harken Cafe
Coffee Shop
Nosh Cafe
Coffee Shop
City Lights Coffee
Coffee Shop
Sweetwater Cafe
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Bitty & Beau’s Coffee
Coffee Shop
Unknown Name
Coffee Shop
Kaminskys
Coffee Shop
Clerks Coffee Company
Coffee Shop
Belgian Gelato
Coffee Shop
King Street Cookies
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Kudu Coffee and Craft Beer
Coffee Shop
Unknown Name
Coffee Shop
Ice Bing Cafe
Coffee Shop
Callie's Hot Little Biscuit
Coffee Shop
Tapio - A Boba Tea Cafe
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Burry
Coffee Shop
Ruby
Coffee Shop
Chatime
Coffee Shop
Harold's Cabin
Coffee Shop
The Daily
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (0) F
McLeod Plantation Historic Site
Museum
Charleston Yacht Tours
Attraction
The Calhoun Mansion
Museum
Nathaniel Russell House Museum
Museum
Colonel Robert Brewton House (1721)
Attraction
Heyward-Washington House Museum
Museum
Preservation Society of Charleston
Attraction
Terrace Theater
Cinema
Charleston Library Society
Museum
Rainbow Row (south end)
Attraction
Memminger Auditorium
Theatre Arts
Gibbes Museum of Art
Theatre Arts
Gibbes Museum of Art
Museum
Rainbow Row (north end)
Attraction
Dock Street Theatre
Theatre Arts
Old Slave Mart Museum
Museum
The Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon
Museum
Sue Stewart Fine Art
Art Gallery
Powder Magazine
Museum
The Footlight Players Theatre
Museum
The Footlight Players Theatre
Theatre Arts
The Museum at Market Hall
Museum
Lowcountry Artists Gallery
Art Gallery
John Rivers Communication Museum
Museum
Mace Brown Museum of Natural History
Museum
Food and Drink (3) F
Jersey Mike's Subs
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
Wendy's
Fast Food
Arby's
Fast Food
Smoke N' Brew
Bar
McDonald's
Fast Food
Duke's Barbecue
Fast Food
Taco Bell
Fast Food
Chick-fil-A
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
Sonic
Fast Food
Bin 152 Wine Bar
Bar
Maybank Public House
Bar
Blind Tiger Pub
Bar
Ye Olde Fashioned Cafe & Ice Cream
Fast Food
Godiva Chocolatier
Sweets
Freddo
Sweets
Subway
Fast Food
Burger King
Fast Food
Whisk Bakery
Sweets
Rooftop Bar
Bar
Peace Pie
Sweets
Bruegger's Bagels
Fast Food
Hardee's
Fast Food
Doar Bros.
Bar
Fitness (0) F
George Street Fitness Center
Gym
Arthur W. Christopher Community Center
Community Centre
Riverland Woods Gym
Gym
Gold's Gym
Gym
CHS Revolution
Gym
St. Julian Devine Community Center
Community Centre
Groceries (0) F
Publix
Grocery Store
Harris Teeter
Grocery Store
Harris Teeter
Grocery Store
Harris Teeter
Grocery Store
Earth Fare
Grocery Store
Normandy Farm Bakery
Bakery
Brown Dog Deli
Butcher
Normandy Farm Artisan Bakery
Bakery
Publix
Grocery Store
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
Cupcake DownSouth
Bakery
Harris Teeter
Grocery Store
Glazed Gourmet Doughnuts
Bakery
Food Lion
Grocery Store
Brown's Court Bakery
Bakery
Saffron Cafe & Bakery
Bakery
Harris Teeter
Grocery Store
Whole Foods Market
Grocery Store
IGA
Grocery Store
Food Lion
Grocery Store
Parks (1) F
Dock Street Park
Park
Unknown Name
Playground
James Island Recreation Complex and Park
Park
Unknown Name
Park
Murray Horse Lot Park
Park
Unknown Name
Park
Unknown Name
Playground
White Point Gardens
Park
Moultrie Playground and Colonial Lake
Park
Unknown Name
Park
Unknown Name
Playground
Unknown Name
Park
93 Queen Street City Parking Garage
Park
Lucas Park
Park
Washington Square
Park
Cannon Park
Park
Unknown Name
Park
Unknown Name
Playground
Unknown Name
Park
Hazel Parker Playground City Park
Park
Demetre Park
Park
The Medical University of South Carolina
Park
Old Slave Mart Museum
Park
Unknown Name
Park
MUSC Horseshoe Park
Park
Shops (0) F
Lowe's
Home Improvement
Nail Palace
Beauty
Hallmark
Gift Shop
Unknown Name
Convenience Store
Colleton's East Fine Clothing
Clothing
Great Clips
Hairdresser
City Nail Spa
Beauty
Dollar General
Discount Store
Coast Guard Exchange
Department Store
Unknown Name
Convenience Store
Berlin Brothers for Men
Clothing
Ben Silver Collection
Clothing
Unknown Name
Clothing
Tucker Payne Aniques
Furniture
Sherwin Williams
Home Improvement
Coven Hair Craft
Hairdresser
The Nail Place of Charleston
Beauty
Hylo
Convenience Store
Exxon
Convenience Store
Tommy Bahama
Clothing
Old South Barber Spa
Hairdresser
Gucci
Clothing
Palmetto Barber Shop LLC
Hairdresser
Tom's Toys
Toys
White House Black Market
Clothing
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commute F

Of all people who commute, 0.6% take public transportation in James Island.
Public Transit Stops (0)
Stops & Stations F
Charleston Bus Shed
Bus Station
Unknown Name
Bus Stop
Unknown Name
Bus Stop
Unknown Name
Bus Stop
James Island Elementary Bus Dropoff
Bus Station
Unknown Name
Bus Stop
Workers Taking Public Transit
0.6% F
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cost of living C-

The cost of living in James Island is 124/100 - which is 33% higher than South Carolina.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. F
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax D-
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crime A-

James Island crime rates are 1,121 per 100k, which is 60% lower than South Carolina
Property Crime
925 crimes per 100k A
Violent Crime
197 crimes per 100k A-
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employment A+

The median income in James Island is $82,083 - which is 75% higher than South Carolina.
Med. Household Income
$82,083 A-
Unemployment Rate
1.2% A+
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health A-

There are not many hospitals, police and fire stations,
Health & Safety (3)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. D-
Charleston Fire Department Station 13
Fire Station
James Island Medical Care
Clinic
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
James Island Fire Department Station 2
Fire Station
James Island Fire Department Station 1 Headquarters
Fire Station
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Charleston County Sheriff's Office - Civil
Police
United States Marshals Service
Police
Roper Hospital
Hospital
Charleston Fire Department Station 7
Fire Station
Charleston County Sheriff West District Service Center and Substation
Police
Ralph Henry Johnson Veterans Administration Medical Center
Hospital
MUSC Health Medical Center
Hospital
Public Safety
Police
Rutledge Tower
Clinic
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Police
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
CVS MinuteClinic
Clinic
Tatum Dentistry
Dentist
Charleston Fire Department Station 2
Fire Station
Charleston Fire Department Station 3
Fire Station
CFD Command Training Center / Old CFD HQ
Fire Station
Unknown Name
Police
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Police
James Island Fire Department Station 3
Fire Station
Air Quality
Median Air Quality A
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housing A+

James Island home prices are $341,000 - which is 137% higher than South Carolina
Home Price
$341,000 A+
Home Appreciation Rate
28% A+
Home Affordability
4.2x (home price to income ratio) D
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schools D

The James Island graduation rate is 91% - which is 11% higher than South Carolina
School Test Scores
N/A
High School Grad. Rates
91% A-
Elementary Schools (0) F
O'Quinn Schools Of Porter Gaud
Harbor View Elementary
James Island Middle
Camp Road Middle
Porter-Gaud School
Stiles Point Elementary
Fort Johnson Middle
Mason Preparatory School
First Baptist School
Allegro Charter School Of Music
Charleston Day School
Murray Lasaine Elementary
Nativity School
Memminger Elementary
Ashley Hall School
St. Andrew'S School Of Math And Science
Montessori Fountainhead School
Charleston Development Academy
Blessed Sacrament School
Buist Academy
Charleston Progressive
Simmons Pinckney Middle
Mitchell Elementary
The Cooper School
The Charleston Catholic School
High Schools (0) F
Porter-Gaud School
James Island Charter High
First Baptist School
Allegro Charter School Of Music
Ashley Hall School
Burke High
Charleston Charter School For Math And Science
Harvest Time International Academy
Charleston Acceleration Academy
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ratings B

James Island has an overall rating of 72% from 10 reviews.
User Reviews (2)
From AreaVibes C+
User Surveys (8)
From AreaVibes A+
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James Island Area Facts

  • James Island has a Livability Score of 71/100, which is considered excellent
  • James Island crime rates are 60% lower than the South Carolina average
  • Cost of living in James Island is 33% higher than the South Carolina average

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Good and bad, just choose neighborhood wisely 2 rating By Anonymous ( Aug 09, 2019) There are a few neighborhoods in this area and some are very nice, while others are not. For example, the Deerwood development is lovely and managed well. However, the James Island neighborhood is not so good as they waste huge amounts of HOA funds for frivolous spending and te ...Read More rrible management. If you are looking in this area, consider Deerwood or one of the lovely neighborhoods in Bay Meadows to avoid the excessive cost. Read Less
James Island South Carolina: The Island of Community Enrichment 4.5 rating By Anonymous ( May 28, 2018) I experienced community enrichment while living in James Island South Carolina. The city is located in Charleston County. James Island is close to Charleston and Folly Beach South Carolina. The town has a great education system and solid housing. The cost of living is average for ...Read More the state and employment is overabundant. Weather is superb here in James Island and there is always a sense of safety and security here. I and my family take long walks in the afternoon along the neighborhood trail without any issues.

Some of the best areas in James Island South Carolina surround Riverland Terrace. There are great views here. It is a historic district that boasts a nice waterway and greenery. More affluent parts of town include Stiles Point Plantation and White Point Estates. The town is close-knit and has a plentitude of local organizations for community improvement. The schools are attentive and helpful in the community. The town is great, has some key scenic spots, and pleasant neighbors. Read Less
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      F Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in James Island? Well, there are not many amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Dock Street Park
      Unknown Name
      James Island Recreation Complex and Park
      Unknown Name
      Murray Horse Lot Park
      Unknown Name
      Unknown Name
      White Point Gardens

      Entertainment

      McLeod Plantation Historic Site
      Charleston Yacht Tours
      The Calhoun Mansion
      Nathaniel Russell House Museum
      Colonel Robert Brewton House (1721)
      Heyward-Washington House Museum
      Preservation Society of Charleston
      Terrace Theater

      Food & Drink

      Jersey Mike's Subs
      Subway
      Wendy's
      Arby's
      Smoke N' Brew
      McDonald's
      Duke's Barbecue
      Taco Bell

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in James Island? Of all people who commute, 0.6% take public transportation in James Island.
      Drive to Work
      82%

      6% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      1%

      5% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      0%

      2% lower than the US average

      C- Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in James Island? The cost of living in James Island is 124/100 - which is 33% higher than South Carolina.
      James Island
      124

      24% more expensive than average

      South Carolina
      93

      7% less expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      A- Crime

      What is the crime rate in James Island? James Island crime rates are 1,121, which are 60% lower than South Carolina
      Total Crime
      1,121 per 100k people

      52% lower than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 90

      52% lower than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      -14%

      Year over year crime is down

      A+ Employment

      What is the median income in James Island? The median income in James Island is $82,083 which is 75% higher than South Carolina.
      Median household income
      $82,08348% higher than the US average
      Income per capita
      $41,77240% higher than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      1%

      75% lower than the US average

      A- Health & Safety

      Is James Island a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Pharmacies

      Walgreens

      Doctors

      A+ Housing

      What are James Island home prices? James Island home prices are $341,000 - which is 137% higher than South Carolina
      Median home value
      $341,00085% higher than the US average
      Median rent price
      $1,62571% higher than the US average
      Home Ownership
      85%

      33% higher than the US average

      D Schools

      Does James Island have good schools? The James Island graduation rate is 91% - which is 11% higher than South Carolina
      High school grad. rates
      91%

      9% higher than the US average

      School test scores
      ?

      100% lower than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      0:1

      100% lower than the US average

      B User Ratings

      Is James Island a good place to live? James Island has an overall rating of 72% from 10 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      72%

      10 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      65%

      2 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      90%

      8 total surveys

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