Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.60 |
| Below Poverty | 10.2% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 41.6% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 25% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2,206 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 44,297 (27.6%) |
| Some College | 21,081 (13.2%) |
| Associates | 25,288 (15.8%) |
| Bachelors | 18,044 (11.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 49,364 (30.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $82,075 ▲ 8% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $304,440 ▲ 9% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,451/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 105,361 |
| Vacant Units | 7,805 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Berkeley County is located in South Carolina and encompasses 15 ZIP codes spanning 15 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 256,218 residents. With a median age of 36.65, it is a relatively young county.
Berkeley County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $82,074 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 10.2% is near the national average.
Housing in Berkeley County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $304,440 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,451. Homeownership rates are high at 72.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Berkeley County are majority White (59.6%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 41.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Berkeley County, SC is a middle-income area in South Carolina. The 15 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29431 | Bonneau | 7,376 | $59,880 | $214,400 | $1,075 | 3.8% | 21.5% |
| 29492 | Charleston | 19,753 | $115,605 | $727,800 | $1,924 | 2.1% | 73.9% |
| 29436 | Cross | 4,257 | $58,396 | $106,800 | — | 3.3% | 27.9% |
| 29445 | Goose Creek | 59,011 | $80,778 | $256,000 | $1,441 | 2.6% | 38.5% |
| 29410 | Hanahan | 20,984 | $84,061 | $339,800 | $1,324 | 2.3% | 49.9% |
| 29450 | Huger | 3,124 | $52,500 | $171,200 | $1,713 | 2.1% | 37.8% |
| 29453 | Jamestown | 1,282 | $34,928 | $199,400 | $1,615 | 0.0% | 20.4% |
| 29456 | Ladson | 39,280 | $79,038 | $244,400 | $1,473 | 4.8% | 37.5% |
| 29461 | Moncks Corner | 42,535 | $81,604 | $273,100 | $1,229 | 5.0% | 37.0% |
| 29468 | Pineville | 2,319 | $31,098 | $95,000 | — | 6.2% | 19.9% |
| 29479 | Saint Stephen | 6,287 | $48,245 | $104,900 | $878 | 4.6% | 25.4% |
| 29486 | Summerville | 48,964 | $87,386 | $329,300 | $1,612 | 4.1% | 44.2% |