Kiawah Island, SC

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Kiawah Island Overview

2,130
TOTAL POPULATION
1,042
MALE POPULATION
1,088
FEMALE POPULATION
95.77
MALES / 100 FEMALES
104.41
FEMALES / 100 MALES
66.8
MEDIAN AGE
2.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
1.9
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$197,853
PER CAPITA INCOME
$250,001
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$214,250
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
83.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
16.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.52
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
688
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
32.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Kiawah Island Area Codes

Race in Kiawah Island

The most populous races in Kiawah Island are White / Caucasian (2,095 | 98.4%), Two or more Races (18 | 0.9%), and Asian (17 | 0.8%).
Race in Kiawah Island
Race# Population% Population
Asian170.8%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino40.2%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian2,09598.4%
Two or more Races180.9%
Some other Race00.0%
Total2,130100.0%

Ancestry in Kiawah Island

The most populous ancestries reported in Kiawah Island are English (533 | 25.0%), Irish (487 | 22.9%), German (397 | 18.6%), Italian (220 | 10.3%), and French (129 | 6.1%), together accounting for 82.9% of all Kiawah Island residents.
Ancestry in Kiawah Island
Ancestry# Population% Population
American1125.3%
Arab291.4%
Armenian502.4%
Austrian170.8%
Blackfeet60.3%
British160.7%
Canadian120.6%
Cherokee80.4%
Croatian70.3%
Czech361.7%
Danish50.2%
Dutch371.7%
Eastern European50.2%
English53325.0%
European321.5%
Finnish30.1%
French1296.1%
German39718.6%
Greek150.7%
Hungarian291.4%
Irish48722.9%
Italian22010.3%
Korean40.2%
Lebanese170.8%
Northern European110.5%
Norwegian150.7%
Polish914.3%
Romanian70.3%
Russian552.6%
Scotch-Irish994.6%
Scottish894.2%
Slovak130.6%
Spaniard40.2%
Swedish411.9%
Swiss231.1%
Syrian120.6%
Thai170.8%
Ukrainian190.9%
Welsh562.6%
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Immigrants in Kiawah Island

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Kiawah Island came from Europe (19 | 0.9%), Canada (18 | 0.9%), Asia (17 | 0.8%), Northern Europe (14 | 0.7%), and India (13 | 0.6%), together accounting for 3.8% of all Kiawah Island residents.
Immigrants in Kiawah Island
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia170.8%
Australia50.2%
Canada180.9%
England70.3%
Europe190.9%
France50.2%
India130.6%
Northern Europe140.7%
Oceania50.2%
Philippines40.2%
South Central Asia130.6%
South Eastern Asia40.2%
Western Europe50.2%
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Sex and Age in Kiawah Island

Sex and Age in Kiawah Island

The most populous age groups in Kiawah Island are 65 to 69 Years (231 | 22.2%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (268 | 24.6%) for women.
Sex and Age in Kiawah Island
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Years21 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years10 (1.0%)11 (1.0%)
25 to 29 Years6 (0.6%)6 (0.5%)
30 to 34 Years8 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Years0 (0.0%)7 (0.6%)
40 to 44 Years2 (0.2%)2 (0.2%)
45 to 49 Years0 (0.0%)5 (0.5%)
50 to 54 Years47 (4.5%)22 (2.0%)
55 to 59 Years101 (9.7%)129 (11.9%)
60 to 64 Years221 (21.2%)268 (24.6%)
65 to 69 Years231 (22.2%)265 (24.4%)
70 to 74 Years130 (12.5%)184 (16.9%)
75 to 79 Years130 (12.5%)77 (7.1%)
80 to 84 Years91 (8.7%)96 (8.8%)
85 Years and over44 (4.2%)16 (1.5%)
Total1,042 (100.0%)1,088 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Kiawah Island

Median Family Size in Kiawah Island

Median Family Size in Kiawah Island
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple892 (99.1%)2.07
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother8 (0.9%)2.50
Total Families900 (100.0%)2.07

Median Household Size in Kiawah Island

Median Household Size in Kiawah Island
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple892 (78.7%)2.08
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother8 (0.7%)2.50
Non-family233 (20.6%)1.08
Total Households1,133 (100.0%)1.88

Household Size by Marriage Status in Kiawah Island

Out of a total of 1,133 households in Kiawah Island, 900 (79.4%) are family households, while 233 (20.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 860, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 216.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Kiawah Island
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-216 (19.1%)
2-Person Households860 (75.9%)17 (1.5%)
3-Person Households23 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households10 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households7 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total900 (79.4%)233 (20.6%)

Female Fertility in Kiawah Island

Fertility by Age in Kiawah Island

Female Fertility by Age in Kiawah Island
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Kiawah Island

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Kiawah Island
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Kiawah Island

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Kiawah Island
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Kiawah Island

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Kiawah Island
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Kiawah Island

Income Overview in Kiawah Island

Per Capita Income in Kiawah Island is $197,853, while median incomes of families and households are $250,001 and $214,250 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,130$197,853
Median Family Income900$250,001
Mean Family Income900$434,377
Median Household Income1,133$214,250
Mean Household Income1,133$371,032
Income Deficit900$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,13083.07%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,13016.93¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,1300.52

Earnings by Sex in Kiawah Island

Average Earnings in Kiawah Island are $76,827, $201,000 for men and $34,025 for women, a difference of 83.1%.
Earnings by Sex in Kiawah Island
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male536 (64.0%)$201,000
Female301 (36.0%)$34,025
Total837 (100.0%)$76,827

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Kiawah Island

The most common earnings brackets in Kiawah Island are $100,000+ for men (311 | 58.0%) and $100,000+ for women (56 | 18.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Kiawah Island
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less13 (2.4%)33 (11.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4995 (0.9%)5 (1.7%)
$7,500 to $9,9997 (1.3%)22 (7.3%)
$10,000 to $12,49918 (3.4%)26 (8.6%)
$12,500 to $14,99920 (3.7%)6 (2.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9993 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4995 (0.9%)6 (2.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99917 (3.2%)17 (5.7%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)5 (1.7%)
$30,000 to $34,9995 (0.9%)50 (16.6%)
$35,000 to $39,99914 (2.6%)20 (6.6%)
$40,000 to $44,9997 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9997 (1.3%)7 (2.3%)
$50,000 to $54,9995 (0.9%)14 (4.6%)
$55,000 to $64,99957 (10.6%)6 (2.0%)
$65,000 to $74,9994 (0.7%)5 (1.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99938 (7.1%)23 (7.6%)
$100,000+311 (58.0%)56 (18.6%)
Total536 (100.0%)301 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Kiawah Island

Average earnings in Kiawah Island are $205,833 for men and $34,200 for women, a difference of 83.4%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $228,125, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $64,327. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $33,475, while those with graduate degree education have the smallest earnings of $33,475.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Kiawah Island
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree$64,327$0
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree$228,125$33,475
Total$205,833$34,200

Family Income in Kiawah Island

Family Income Brackets in Kiawah Island

According to the Kiawah Island family income data, there are 548 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 60.9% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Kiawah Island
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99950.6%
$25,000 to $34,99900.0%
$35,000 to $49,999364.0%
$50,000 to $74,999121.3%
$75,000 to $99,999576.3%
$100,000 to $149,99911813.1%
$150,000 to $199,99912413.8%
$200,000+54860.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Kiawah Island

2-person families (866 | 96.2%) account for the highest median family income in Kiawah Island with $250,001 per family, while 2-person families (866 | 96.2%) have the highest median income of $125,000 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Kiawah Island
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families866 (96.2%)$250,001
3-Person Families17 (1.9%)$0
4-Person Families17 (1.9%)$250,001
5-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total900 (100.0%)$250,001

Family Income by Number of Earners in Kiawah Island

Family Income by Number of Earners in Kiawah Island
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners389 (43.2%)$182,569
1 Earner272 (30.2%)$250,001
2 Earners234 (26.0%)$250,001
3+ Earners5 (0.6%)$0
Total900 (100.0%)$250,001

Household Income in Kiawah Island

Household Income Brackets in Kiawah Island

With 605 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in Kiawah Island, accounting for 53.4% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Kiawah Island
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000464.1%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999242.1%
$25,000 to $34,99950.4%
$35,000 to $49,999454.0%
$50,000 to $74,999292.6%
$75,000 to $99,999706.2%
$100,000 to $149,99917415.4%
$150,000 to $199,99913311.7%
$200,000+60553.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Kiawah Island

The median household income in Kiawah Island is $214,250, with the highest median household income of $250,001 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 428 households (37.8%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Kiawah Island
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years5 (0.4%)$0
45 to 64 Years428 (37.8%)$250,001
65+ Years700 (61.8%)$189,000
Total1,133 (100.0%)$214,250

Poverty in Kiawah Island

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Kiawah Island

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Kiawah Island
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)7 (63.6%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)7 (25.9%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)5 (1.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)38 (8.5%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)3 (1.6%)
Total0 (0.0%)60 (5.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Kiawah Island

According to the poverty statistics in Kiawah Island, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 25 to 34 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Kiawah Island
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years10 (100.0%)4 (36.4%)
25 to 34 Years14 (100.0%)6 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years2 (100.0%)9 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years47 (100.0%)20 (74.1%)
55 to 64 Years322 (100.0%)392 (98.7%)
65 to 74 Years361 (100.0%)411 (91.5%)
75 Years and over265 (100.0%)186 (98.4%)
Total1,035 (100.0%)1,028 (94.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Kiawah Island

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Kiawah Island
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children885 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total892 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Kiawah Island

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Kiawah Island
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Kiawah Island

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Kiawah Island
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Kiawah Island

Employment by Class of Employer in Kiawah Island

Among the 657 employed individuals in Kiawah Island, private company employees (325 | 49.5%), self-employed (not incorporated) (163 | 24.8%), and self-employed (incorporated) (83 | 12.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Kiawah Island
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees32549.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)8312.6%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)16324.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations487.3%
Local Government Employees00.0%
State Government Employees203.0%
Federal Government Employees121.8%
Unpaid Family Workers60.9%
Total657100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Kiawah Island

According to the labor force statistics for Kiawah Island, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,109), 32.6% or 688 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.8% or 26 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 100.0% or 8 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 37.5% or 3 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Kiawah Island
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years12 (57.1%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years6 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years8 (100.0%)3 (37.5%)
35 to 44 Years11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years58 (78.4%)3 (5.2%)
55 to 59 Years132 (57.4%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years261 (53.4%)11 (4.2%)
65 to 74 Years114 (14.1%)9 (7.9%)
75 Years and over86 (18.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total688 (32.6%)26 (3.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Kiawah Island

According to labor force statistics for Kiawah Island, 57.8% of individuals (476) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (824) are in the labor force, with 3.6% or 17 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 65.8% or 73 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.2% or 17 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Kiawah Island
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree73 (65.8%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher403 (56.5%)30 (4.2%)
Total476 (57.8%)30 (3.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Kiawah Island

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Kiawah Island are Health Diagnosing & Treating (136 | 20.5%), Management (130 | 19.6%), Business & Financial (127 | 19.2%), Health Technologists (123 | 18.6%), and Community & Social Service (100 | 15.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Kiawah Island

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Kiawah Island, the most male-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Business & Financial (80.3%), and Management (80.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (45.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Kiawah Island
OccupationMaleFemale
Management104 (80.0%)26 (20.0%)
Business & Financial102 (80.3%)25 (19.7%)
Computers, Engineering & Science11 (55.0%)9 (45.0%)
Computers & Mathematics11 (61.1%)7 (38.9%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 60 (60.0%)40 (40.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library15 (75.0%)5 (25.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)35 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating81 (59.6%)55 (40.4%)
Health Technologists68 (55.3%)55 (44.7%)
Total (Category)358 (69.8%)155 (30.2%)
Total (Overall)426 (64.3%)236 (35.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Kiawah Island are Personal Care & Service (7 | 1.1%), and Food Preparation & Serving (5 | 0.8%).
Services Occupations in Kiawah Island

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Kiawah Island
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Total (Category)5 (41.7%)7 (58.3%)
Total (Overall)426 (64.3%)236 (35.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Kiawah Island are Sales & Related (69 | 10.4%), and Office & Administration (56 | 8.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Kiawah Island

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Kiawah Island
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related49 (71.0%)20 (29.0%)
Office & Administration7 (12.5%)49 (87.5%)
Total (Category)56 (44.8%)69 (55.2%)
Total (Overall)426 (64.3%)236 (35.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Kiawah Island are , and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (7 | 1.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Kiawah Island

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Kiawah Island
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)426 (64.3%)236 (35.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Kiawah Island are , and Production (5 | 0.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Kiawah Island

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Kiawah Island
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)426 (64.3%)236 (35.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Kiawah Island

Employment Industries in Kiawah Island

The major employment industries in Kiawah Island include Professional & Scientific (200 | 30.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (141 | 21.3%), Retail Trade (59 | 8.9%), Finance & Insurance (56 | 8.5%), and Manufacturing (52 | 7.9%).
Employment Industries in Kiawah Island

Employment Industries by Sex in Kiawah Island

The Kiawah Island industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Utilities (100.0%), Public Administration (100.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (73.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Kiawah Island
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing19 (36.5%)33 (63.5%)
Wholesale Trade11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade22 (37.3%)37 (62.7%)
Transportation & Warehousing2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Information11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance44 (78.6%)12 (21.4%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing4 (26.7%)11 (73.3%)
Professional & Scientific172 (86.0%)28 (14.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services15 (42.9%)20 (57.1%)
Health Care & Social Assistance81 (57.5%)60 (42.5%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation11 (45.8%)13 (54.2%)
Accommodation & Food Services7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Total426 (64.3%)236 (35.6%)

Education in Kiawah Island

School Enrollment in Kiawah Island

The most common levels of schooling among the 95 students in Kiawah Island are college / undergraduate (49 | 51.6%), graduate / professional (25 | 26.3%), and middle school (21 | 22.1%).
School Enrollment in Kiawah Island
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School00.0%
Middle School2122.1%
High School00.0%
College / Undergraduate4951.6%
Graduate / Professional2526.3%
Total95100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Kiawah Island

Out of a total of 95 students who are enrolled in schools in Kiawah Island, 58 (61.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 37 (38.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 21 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 35 years and over has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 32 (61.5% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Kiawah Island
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds5 (31.2%)11 (68.8%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
35 Years and over32 (61.5%)20 (38.5%)
Total37 (38.9%)58 (61.1%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Kiawah Island

Business (377 | 19.5%), social sciences (292 | 15.1%), education (267 | 13.8%), physical & health sciences (215 | 11.1%), and literature & languages (121 | 6.2%) are the most common fields of study among 1,935 individuals in Kiawah Island who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Kiawah Island
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics331.7%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1095.6%
Physical & Health Sciences21511.1%
Psychology422.2%
Social Sciences29215.1%
Engineering1145.9%
Multidisciplinary Studies140.7%
Science & Technology914.7%
Business37719.5%
Education26713.8%
Literature & Languages1216.2%
Liberal Arts & History924.8%
Visual & Performing Arts462.4%
Communications412.1%
Arts & Humanities814.2%
Total1,935100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Kiawah Island

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Kiawah Island

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Kiawah Island are males with 2 vehicles (266, accounting for 62.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (177, making up 115.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Kiawah Island
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle6 (1.4%)5 (2.2%)
1 Vehicle52 (12.2%)35 (15.1%)
2 Vehicles266 (62.4%)177 (76.6%)
3 Vehicles80 (18.8%)14 (6.1%)
4 Vehicles22 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total426 (100.0%)231 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Kiawah Island

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Kiawah Island are 30 to 34 minutes (118 commuters, 37.6%), 20 to 24 minutes (43 commuters, 13.7%), and 60 to 89 minutes (33 commuters, 10.5%).
Commute Time in Kiawah Island
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes103.2%
5 to 9 Minutes227.0%
10 to 14 Minutes123.8%
15 to 19 Minutes247.6%
20 to 24 Minutes4313.7%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes11837.6%
35 to 39 Minutes51.6%
40 to 44 Minutes185.7%
45 to 59 Minutes185.7%
60 to 89 Minutes3310.5%
90 or more Minutes113.5%

Commute Time by Sex in Kiawah Island

The most common commute times in Kiawah Island are 30 to 34 minutes (68 commuters, 33.5%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (50 commuters, 45.1%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Kiawah Island
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes4 (2.0%)6 (5.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes17 (8.4%)5 (4.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes0 (0.0%)12 (10.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes8 (3.9%)16 (14.4%)
20 to 24 Minutes33 (16.3%)10 (9.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes68 (33.5%)50 (45.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)5 (4.5%)
40 to 44 Minutes18 (8.9%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes11 (5.4%)7 (6.3%)
60 to 89 Minutes33 (16.3%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes11 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Kiawah Island

The most frequent times of departure to work in Kiawah Island are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (80, 39.4%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (50, 45.1%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Kiawah Island
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM6 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM23 (11.3%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM13 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM80 (39.4%)50 (45.1%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM17 (8.4%)16 (14.4%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM24 (11.8%)23 (20.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM10 (4.9%)12 (10.8%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM26 (12.8%)5 (4.5%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM4 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)5 (4.5%)
Total203 (100.0%)111 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Kiawah Island

Occupancy by Ownership in Kiawah Island

Of the total 1,133 dwellings in Kiawah Island, owner-occupied units account for 1,112 (98.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 21 (1.8%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Kiawah Island
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,11298.2%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units211.8%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,133100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Kiawah Island

Occupancy by Household Size in Kiawah Island
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household21619.1%
2-Person Household87777.4%
3-Person Household232.0%
4+ Person Household171.5%
Total Housing Units1,133100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Kiawah Island

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Kiawah Island
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household211 (97.7%)5 (2.3%)
2-Person Household861 (98.2%)16 (1.8%)
3-Person Household23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units1,112 (98.2%)21 (1.8%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Kiawah Island

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Kiawah Island
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College/Associate Degree135 (96.4%)5 (3.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher947 (98.3%)16 (1.7%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Kiawah Island

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Kiawah Island
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years30.3%
35 to 44 Years20.2%
45 to 54 Years262.3%
55 to 64 Years40235.5%
65 to 74 Years45239.9%
75 to 84 Years20918.4%
85 Years and Over393.4%
Total1,133100.0%

Housing Finances in Kiawah Island

Median Income by Occupancy in Kiawah Island

Median Income by Occupancy in Kiawah Island
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,112 (98.2%)$212,083
Renter-Occupied21 (1.8%)$234,750
Average1,133 (100.0%)$214,250

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Kiawah Island

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Kiawah Island
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00044 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9993 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9993 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99921 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9995 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99945 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99929 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99970 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999175 (15.7%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more717 (64.5%)21 (100.0%)
Total1,112 (100.0%)21 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Kiawah Island

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Kiawah Island
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3004 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $4997 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79949 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $99923 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,499161 (14.5%)5 (23.8%)
$1,500 to $1,999106 (9.5%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,499112 (10.1%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99975 (6.7%)6 (28.6%)
$3,000 or more575 (51.7%)5 (23.8%)
Total1,112 (100.0%)21 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Kiawah Island

Housing Structures in Kiawah Island

Housing Structures in Kiawah Island
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,03090.9%
Single Unit, Attached423.7%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments544.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments70.6%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total1,133100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Kiawah Island

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Kiawah Island
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,014 (98.5%)16 (1.5%)
Single Unit, Attached42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments49 (90.7%)5 (9.3%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,112 (98.2%)21 (1.8%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Kiawah Island

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Kiawah Island
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms13 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms76 (6.8%)5 (23.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms323 (29.0%)0 (0.0%)
8 or more Rooms700 (62.9%)16 (76.2%)
Total1,112 (100.0%)21 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Kiawah Island

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Kiawah Island
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas19 (1.7%)5 (23.8%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas129 (11.6%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity949 (85.3%)16 (76.2%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene11 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used4 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,112 (100.0%)21 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Kiawah Island

Household Vehicle Usage in Kiawah Island
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle27 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle201 (18.1%)11 (52.4%)
2 Vehicles683 (61.4%)10 (47.6%)
3 or more Vehicles201 (18.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,112 (100.0%)21 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Kiawah Island

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Kiawah Island

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units585527
Median Property Value$1,471,900$1,387,000
Median Household Income$184,792$346
Monthly Housing Costs$1,501$457
Real Estate Taxes$7,689$11

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Kiawah Island

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Kiawah Island
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00010 (1.7%)3 (0.6%)
$50,000 to $99,9997 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99932 (5.5%)11 (2.1%)
$300,000 to $499,99940 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,99916 (2.7%)51 (9.7%)
$750,000 to $999,99945 (7.7%)69 (13.1%)
$1,000,000 or more435 (74.4%)393 (74.6%)
Total585 (100.0%)527 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Kiawah Island

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Kiawah Island
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00016 (2.7%)13 (2.5%)
$10,000 to $24,99915 (2.6%)31 (5.9%)
$25,000 to $34,9995 (0.9%)9 (1.7%)
$35,000 to $49,99910 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99920 (3.4%)35 (6.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99934 (5.8%)9 (1.7%)
$100,000 to $149,999114 (19.5%)36 (6.8%)
$150,000 or more371 (63.4%)61 (11.6%)
Total585 (100.0%)527 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Kiawah Island

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Kiawah Island
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x75 (12.8%)250,001 (47,438.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x45 (7.7%)116 (22.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x29 (5.0%)50 (9.5%)
4.0x or more420 (71.8%)18 (3.4%)
Total585 (100.0%)527 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Kiawah Island

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Kiawah Island
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8006 (1.0%)11 (2.1%)
$800 to $1,49913 (2.2%)3 (0.6%)
$800 to $1,499562 (96.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total585 (100.0%)527 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Kiawah Island

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Kiawah Island

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Kiawah Island
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years74 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years719 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years810 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older454 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,130 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Kiawah Island

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Kiawah Island
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Kiawah Island

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Kiawah Island
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00077 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99986 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99940 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999144 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over1,783 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Kiawah Island

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Kiawah Island
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 60 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years7 (33.3%)14 (66.7%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years3 (21.4%)11 (78.6%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)74 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years6 (0.8%)713 (99.2%)
65 to 74 Years781 (96.4%)572 (70.6%)
75 Years and over448 (98.7%)284 (62.6%)
Total1,245 (58.5%)1,706 (80.1%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Kiawah Island

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Kiawah Island
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years6 (1.6%)30 (6.9%)
65 to 74 Years10 (2.8%)17 (3.8%)
75 Years and over62 (23.4%)24 (12.7%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Kiawah Island

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Kiawah Island: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years6 (1.6%)21 (4.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)11 (2.5%)
75 Years and over29 (10.9%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Kiawah Island: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years5 (1.4%)6 (1.3%)
75 Years and over20 (7.5%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Kiawah Island: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over30 (11.3%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Kiawah Island: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)9 (2.1%)
65 to 74 Years5 (1.4%)6 (1.3%)
75 Years and over31 (11.7%)24 (12.7%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Kiawah Island: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over25 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Kiawah Island

Computing Device Access in Kiawah Island

Computing Device Access in Kiawah Island
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,07895.2%
Smartphone1,06794.2%
Tablet87277.0%
No Computing Device121.1%
Total1,133100.0%

Internet Access in Kiawah Island

Internet Access in Kiawah Island
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,02390.3%
Cellular Data Only595.2%
Satellite Internet1039.1%
No Internet201.8%
Total1,133100.0%

Kiawah Island Summary

Kiawah Island is a barrier island located off the coast of South Carolina, approximately 30 miles south of Charleston. It is part of the Sea Islands chain, which stretches along the Atlantic coast from North Carolina to Florida. The island is 10 miles long and 5 miles wide, and is home to a variety of wildlife, including loggerhead turtles, bald eagles, and alligators. Kiawah Island is known for its pristine beaches, lush maritime forests, and world-class golf courses.

History

Kiawah Island has a long and varied history. The island was originally inhabited by the Kiawah Indians, who lived in the area for thousands of years before the arrival of Europeans. The island was first explored by the Spanish in 1521, and was later claimed by the English in 1670. In the late 1700s, the island was used as a plantation, and was home to a variety of crops, including indigo, rice, and cotton.
In the early 1900s, the island was purchased by a group of investors, who developed it into a resort destination. The island was home to a variety of hotels and resorts, and was a popular destination for wealthy vacationers. In the 1950s, the island was sold to a developer, who began to build homes and golf courses.
In the 1970s, the island was purchased by the Kiawah Island Company, which began to develop the island into a residential community. The company built a variety of homes, as well as a variety of amenities, including golf courses, tennis courts, and a marina. In the 1980s, the island was designated as a wildlife refuge, and is now home to a variety of wildlife, including loggerhead turtles, bald eagles, and alligators.

Geography

Kiawah Island is located off the coast of South Carolina, approximately 30 miles south of Charleston. The island is 10 miles long and 5 miles wide, and is part of the Sea Islands chain, which stretches along the Atlantic coast from North Carolina to Florida. The island is bordered by the Kiawah River to the north, the Stono River to the east, and the Atlantic Ocean to the south and west.
The island is home to a variety of ecosystems, including maritime forests, salt marshes, and beaches. The island is also home to a variety of wildlife, including loggerhead turtles, bald eagles, and alligators.

Economy

Kiawah Island is a popular tourist destination, and is home to a variety of resorts, hotels, and restaurants. The island is also home to a variety of retail stores, including art galleries, clothing stores, and souvenir shops. The island is also home to a variety of golf courses, tennis courts, and marinas.
The island is also home to a variety of businesses, including real estate companies, construction companies, and financial services firms. The island is also home to a variety of professional services, including law firms, accounting firms, and consulting firms.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Kiawah Island was 2,053. The population is predominantly white (94.3%), with a small percentage of African Americans (3.2%) and Hispanics (1.2%). The median household income is $90,000, and the median home value is $1.2 million. The island is home to a variety of professionals, including doctors, lawyers, and business executives.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Kiawah Island?
Total Population of Kiawah Island is 2,130.
What is the Total Male Population of Kiawah Island?
Total Male Population of Kiawah Island is 1,042.
What is the Total Female Population of Kiawah Island?
Total Female Population of Kiawah Island is 1,088.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Kiawah Island?
There are 95.77 Males per 100 Females in Kiawah Island.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Kiawah Island?
There are 104.41 Females per 100 Males in Kiawah Island.
What is the Median Population Age in Kiawah Island?
Median Population Age in Kiawah Island is 66.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Kiawah Island
Average Family Size in Kiawah Island is 2.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Kiawah Island
Average Household Size in Kiawah Island is 1.9 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Kiawah Island?
Per Capita income in Kiawah Island is $197,853.
What is the Median Family Income in Kiawah Island?
Median Family Income in Kiawah Island is $250,001.
What is the Median Household income in Kiawah Island?
Median Household Income in Kiawah Island is $214,250.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Kiawah Island?
Income or Wage Gap in Kiawah Island is 83.1%.
Women in Kiawah Island earn 16.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Kiawah Island?
Inequality or Gini Index in Kiawah Island is 0.52.
How Large is the Labor Force in Kiawah Island?
There are 688 People in the Labor Forcein in Kiawah Island.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Kiawah Island?
32.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Kiawah Island.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Kiawah Island?
Unemployment Rate in Kiawah Island is 3.8%.