Charleston SC
Charleston, SC

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Charleston, SC

Founded in 1670, making it the oldest city in South Carolina, Charleston is a major tourism attraction thanks to its rich history and well-preserved architecture. The city has a reputation for its lavish restaurants, music, art, shopping and the Footlight Players – the state’s oldest community theater group. Higher education satellite campuses in the city include the College of Charleston, The Citadel and the University of South Carolina.

Quick Facts

Average Commute
20.84 minutes
Median Home Value
$395,921
Median Household Income
$78,040
Total Population
156,280
Median Property Tax
$1,024

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