Goose Creek

SC

Berkeley County, South Carolina

Population 247K |Median income $84,358

Population
246,802
Berkeley County
Median Income
$84,358
+24% vs avg
Median Home Value
$310,300
+36% vs avg
Median Age
36.9
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
247K+34%
Median Income
$84,358+61%
Median Home Value
$310,300+106%
Poverty Rate
9.9%-31%
Unemployment
3%-73%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,654/mo
Poverty Rate
9.9% -30% vs avg
Unemployment 3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 31%
Work From Home 12.4%
Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 62.4%
African American 23%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.8%
Asian 2.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
37.9%
Short Sleep Duration
36.8%
High Blood Pressure
36.4%
Physical Inactivity
25.6%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.7%
Binge Drinking
16%
Frequent Physical Distress
13%
Diabetes
12.9%
Current Smoking
12.9%
Lack of Health Insurance
11.6%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 65.2%
Annual Checkup 79.7%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
9.5%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.6%
Stroke
3.3%

Alerts & News — Goose Creek Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Chester and York Counties in South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central South Carolina Through 9:45 AM

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 35m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 5

What is the population of Goose Creek, SC? ▼
Goose Creek, SC has a population of 246,802 people, located in Berkeley County, South Carolina.
What is the median household income in Goose Creek? ▼
The median household income in Goose Creek, SC is $84,358 per year. The poverty rate is 9.9%.
What is the median home value in Goose Creek? ▼
The median home value in Goose Creek, SC is $310,300. Median rent is $1,654/month.
What are the top health concerns in Goose Creek? ▼
The top health indicators in Goose Creek include Obesity (37.9%), Short Sleep Duration (36.8%), High Blood Pressure (36.4%). Data from CDC PLACES.
What is the median age in Goose Creek? ▼
The median age in Goose Creek, SC is 36.9 years. 31% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Goose Creek, SC is located in Berkeley County, South Carolina. With a population of 247K and a median household income of $84,358, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Safety alerts for the Goose Creek area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Berkeley County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.