James Island

James Island

Overview for James Island, SC

41,033 people live in James Island, where the median age is 39.8 and the average individual income is $50,879. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

41,033

Total Population

39.8 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$50,879

Average individual Income

Around James Island, SC

There's plenty to do around James Island, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

1
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
28
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score
21
Minimal Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Revelry Brewing - Folly Beach, Cosmic Charlie's Grateful Grill, and Wild Wieners.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 3.86 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 3.8 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 4.72 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 4.25 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 0.25 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining · $ 4.92 miles 27 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for James Island, SC

James Island has 16,397 households, with an average household size of 2.49. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in James Island do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 41,033 people call James Island home. The population density is 1,046.75 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

41,033

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

39.8

Median Age

48.41 / 51.59%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
16,397

Total Households

2.49

Average Household Size

$50,879

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in James Island, SC

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Primary Schools ()
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Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby James Island. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Harbor View Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
5/5
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
4/5
Charleston Advancement Academy High School
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
No rating available
Murray-LaSaine Montessori
PUBLIC
PreK - 8th
4/5
Stiles Point Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
5/5
James Island Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
3/5
James Island Charter High
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
4/5
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
O'Quinn Schools Of Porter Gaud
PRIVATE
PreK - K
No rating available
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