Awendaw
Charleston, SC Area Real Estate
Awendaw is a small community with a huge heart. The Town of Awendaw, established in 1992 sits nestled along the eastern edge of the Francis Marion National Forest and the western edge of the Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge. This unique setting offers abundant outdoor experiences for its residents and visitors. Awendaw has an interesting history like most of Charleston, but this city’s history goes back to the Native Americans. Awendaw was named by the Sewee Native American or “Sewee'' tribe. It is also home to an oyster shell mound created by the Seewee Tribe. You will be surprised to discover Awendaw’s wonders! The public schools in Awendaw are highly rated.
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$15,039
Awendaw public schools spend per student
$12,383
The average school expenditure in the U.S
The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 14 students per teacher in Awendaw.
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Entertainment
The Town of Awendaw hosts several unique events, entertainment and activities one can take place. We welcome you to come and experience our local monthly and yearly events. One of the Town's biggest and greatest events is its Annual Blue Crab Festival. Some famous ones are.
- 5K Fun/Walk
- Back 2 School Drive
- Town of Awendaw Blue Crab Festival
- Awendaw Christmas Parade
- Awendaw Green
- Awendaw Tree Lighting Ceremony
- Christmas Store Giveaway
Health
98.9
The annual Health Cost Index for the Awendaw area
100
The US average
There are 478 physicians per 100,000 population in Awendaw. The US average is 210 per 100,000 people. The annual Health Cost Index for the Awendaw area is 98.9 (lower=better). The US average is 100. There are many hospitals one can attend near and inside the heart of this beautiful town.