North Charleston

SC

Charleston County, South Carolina

Population 420K |Median income $88,494 |8 hospitals

Population
420,264
Charleston County
Median Income
$88,494
+30% vs avg
Median Home Value
$489,100
+115% vs avg
Median Age
39.2
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
420K+17%
Median Income
$88,494+74%
Median Home Value
$489,100+107%
Poverty Rate
11.3%-38%
Unemployment
3.4%-65%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,620/mo
Poverty Rate
11.3% -20% vs avg
Unemployment 3.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 50.3%
Work From Home 17.7%
Public Transit 0.9%

Population

White 65.9%
African American 22.9%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.2%
Asian 1.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
32.3%
Obesity
30%
Short Sleep Duration
30%
Binge Drinking
21.4%
Physical Inactivity
20.3%
Frequent Mental Distress
14.4%
Diabetes
11.4%
Frequent Physical Distress
11.4%
Current Smoking
10.5%
Lack of Health Insurance
9.5%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 79.4%
Dental Visit 70.6%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
8.8%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.5%
Stroke
3.2%

Hospitals 8 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
3
★★★★
2
★★★
2
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
4.1/5
Total Hospitals
8
With ER
7
EAST COOPER MEDICAL CENTER
MOUNT PLEASANT · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
MOUNT PLEASANT HOSPITAL
MOUNT PLEASANT · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
CHARLESTON VA MEDICAL CENTER
CHARLESTON · Acute Care - Veterans Administration · ER
★★★★★
BON SECOURS-ST FRANCIS XAVIER HOSPITAL
CHARLESTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
ROPER HOSPITAL
CHARLESTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
MUSC MEDICAL CENTER
CHARLESTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
TRIDENT MEDICAL CENTER
CHARLESTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — North Charleston Area 6

Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 27m ago
Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 27m 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 6

What is the population of North Charleston, SC? ▼
North Charleston, SC has a population of 420,264 people, located in Charleston County, South Carolina.
What is the median household income in North Charleston? ▼
The median household income in North Charleston, SC is $88,494 per year. The poverty rate is 11.3%.
What is the median home value in North Charleston? ▼
The median home value in North Charleston, SC is $489,100. Median rent is $1,620/month.
What are the top health concerns in North Charleston? ▼
The top health indicators in North Charleston include High Blood Pressure (32.3%), Obesity (30%), Short Sleep Duration (30%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in North Charleston? ▼
North Charleston has 8 hospitals with an average rating of 4.1/5 stars. 7 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in North Charleston? ▼
The median age in North Charleston, SC is 39.2 years. 50.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

North Charleston, SC is located in Charleston County, South Carolina. With a population of 420K and a median household income of $88,494, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 8 hospitals with an average rating of 4.1/5 stars. Safety alerts for the North Charleston 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 (Charleston 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.