Median Age
62 Years
Largest Age Group
65-74 Years
Approximately 25% of Residents
Under 20
13%
Over 65
44%
Pawleys Island
Pawleys Island, SC Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,324
Population
255
Renter Mix
14% Rent
Where the locals go to vacation
Coastal
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Upscale
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Quiet
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Beach
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One of the many destination beaches situated on South Carolinas’ coast, Pawley’s Island is a quiet yet upscale community situated between Charleston and Myrtle Beach that’s tucked away just off Highway 17 and connected to the mainland by just two main roads. Aside from vacation rentals and a few hotels, Pawley’s Island residents enjoy an atmosphere that goes almost untouched by the tourist crowd that heads to the beaches of the state every summer. Locals will tell you that this is where they vacation, and it’s easy to see why. Upscale condos and grand beachfront houses showcase the best of coastal living, with some of the state’s most pristine beaches to enjoy. Local also enjoy the inland marshes, where clams and crabs are plentiful during season. Looking for seaside dining? You’ll have to head to the mainland for food and drink, but it’s what keeps this incredible community a relatively hidden gem.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$58,199
Average: $100,568
Education
130
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
103
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Pawleys Island has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
14%
Non-Renters
86%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
40%
Other Education
60%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Pawleys Island, SC is $1,324 for one bedroom, $1,447 for two bedrooms, and $1,854 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Pawleys Island has increased by 0.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,324/month
671 Sq Ft
House
$2,616/month
1,746 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,930/month
1,115 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Pawleys Island, SC is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
519 Students
Public
Grades K-5
420 Students
Public
Grades K-8
239 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
343 Students
Public
Grades K-8
239 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
858 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Brookgreen Gardens
- Huntington Beach State Park
- Waccamaw National Wildlife Refuge
Airports
- Myrtle Beach International
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† 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.