Median Age
35 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 17% of Residents
Under 20
26%
Over 65
14%
Goose Creek
Goose Creek, SC Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,314
Population
50,646
Renter Mix
32% Rent
Enjoy Lowcountry charm in this Charleston suburb
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Located in Berkeley County, Goose Creek combines residential comfort with convenient amenities. This South Carolina city, where tree-lined streets meet established neighborhoods, offers renters a peaceful suburban setting near Charleston.
The city's rich history dates back to the 1670s, and landmarks like St. James Church, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, preserve this heritage. Naval Weapons Station Charleston maintains a significant presence in the community. Crowfield Plantation features walking trails and a golf course, while St. James Avenue hosts shopping centers and restaurants. With over 45,000 residents, Goose Creek balances growth with green space preservation, offering parks and outdoor recreation areas throughout the community.
Explore the City
One of the public school options for Goose Creek is Hanahan High School in South Carolina
Hanahan Elementary School is an option for Otranto residents of South Carolina.
Residents have access overlooking the lake in the Goose Creek neighborhood.
College Park Middle School is a public school choice for residents of Goose Creek.
The Hamlets neighborhood in Goose Creek, SC.
Enjoy the serene surroundings at Crowfield Plantation in Goose Creek.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$83,833
Average: $96,032
Education
11,668
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
23,737
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Goose Creek has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
32%
Non-Renters
68%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
18%
Other Education
82%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Goose Creek, SC is $1,308 for one bedroom, $1,504 for two bedrooms, and $1,870 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Goose Creek has increased by 3.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,308/month
707 Sq Ft
House
$2,379/month
1,679 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,366/month
1,714 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Goose Creek, SC is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
430 Students
Public
Grades K-8
932 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
633 Students
Public
Grades K-5
418 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
555 Students
Marrington Middle School Of The Arts
Public
Grades 6-8
400 Students
Public
Grades K-8
932 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
886 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
986 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,653 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,981 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- North Charleston Wannamaker County Park
- Colonial Dorchester State Historic Site
- Cypress Gardens
- Magnolia Plantation and Gardens
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Charleston AFB/International
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Property Management Companies in Goose Creek, SC
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.