Johns Island
Johns Island
Charleston, SC Area Real Estate
Johns Island is, surprisingly, the largest island in the state of South Carolina. It is bordered by the Wadmalaw, Seabrook, Kiawah, Edisto, Folly and James islands. The Stono and Kiawah rivers separate Johns Island from its border islands. It is the fourth largest island on the East Coast, trailing only Long Island, NY, Mt. Desert Island in Maine and Martha’s Vineyard in Massachusetts.
The nearest airport from Johns Island is Charleston Executive Airport, which is only eight minutes away, bu... t at this airport only domestic flights are available. The climate is hot and humid at Johns Island, but a little cooler in the winter months from December to March Read more
84 sq mi
Area
$418,300
The median home cost
21,990
Population
48 ft
Elevation above
Real Estate
$418,300
The median home cost in Johns Island is Real Estate
+12.5%
Home appreciation the last 10 years
Transportation
26.4 minutes
Average Commute time
28.4 minutes
The National Average
Cost of Living
126.7
Johns Island cost of living
100
US average index
Johns Island’s cost of living is 126.7 while the US average is 100. This means that living in Johns Island can get a bit pricier compared to other areas in South Carolina
See MoreJob Market
$63,166
The average salary
+0.7%
Job growth over the past years
The unemployment rate in Johns Island is 4.0% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). There are many job opportunities in different sectors.
Job Growth in Johns Island has been very positive, increasing by 0.7% over the past year.
The average salary in Johns Island (zip 29455) is $63,166.
Schools
$15,039
Johns Island public schools spend per student
$12,383
The average school expenditure in the U.S
Johns Island schools spend $15,039 per student (The US average is $12,383). There are 14 pupils per teacher, 689 students per librarian, and 344 children per counselor
Elementary Schools
6134 Chisolm Road, Johns Island, SC, 29455
Public district, PK-5|517 students
2024 Academy Road, Johns Island, SC, 29455
Private, PK-12|211 students
4909 River Road, Johns Island, SC, 29455
Private, PK-K
Montessori School of Johns Island
3634 Mary Ann Point Rd, Johns Island, SC, 29455
Private, PK-6|22 students
3464 River Road, Johns Island, SC, 29455
Public district, PK-5|266 students
Middle
Haut Gap Middle
1861 Bohicket Road, Johns Island, SC, 29455
Public district, 5-8|502 students
2024 Academy Road, Johns Island, SC, 29455
Private, PK-12|211 students
High
Charleston Collegiate School
2024 Academy Road, Johns Island, SC, 29455
Private, PK-12|211 students
1518 Main Road, Johns Island, SC, 29455
Public district, 9-12|344 students
Entertainment
There is always something to explore on Johns Island, from local farmers markets to natural parks full of history, it’s easy to enjoy life on the island.
- Angel Oak Park – Massive live oak tree over 400-500 years old, with sprawling limbs and a picnic area on Johns Island.
- Blackbird Market– Fresh and prepared local seafood, meats and vegetables, 1808 Bohicket Road.
- Brownswood Nursery – Charleston’s largest retail and wholesale nursery, Garden Center, 1290 Brownswood Road.
- Freshfields Village – More than 10 cafes and restaurants and 30 shops including clothing boutiques, an outdoors outfitter, wine shop, spa and grocery, 165 Village Green Drive.
- Johns Island Presbyterian Church – Historic church that has been part of the Johns Island community for over 300 years, listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
- Rosebank Farms – Local-grown produce and flowers, 4362 Betsy Kerrison Parkway.
- Beachwalker Park – Public swimming beach just outside Kiawah River with seasonal lifeguards, snack bar, and umbrella chair rentals, 1 Beachwalker Drive.
- Bohicket Marina & Market– Boat slips and boat rentals, fishing charters, shopping, and waterfront restaurants, 1880 Andell Bluff Boulevard.
- Johns Island Farmers Market – Open-air Saturday market featuring local farmers, artisans, and food trucks, 2024 Academy Road.
- Mullet Hall Equestrian Center – Trail riding and equestrian events on 738 acres adjacent to Kiawah River, 2662 Mullet Hall Road.
- Stono Market– Authentic farmer’s market on Main Road with a full line of fruits and veggies year round. Also famous for its country/garden gift shop and lunch cafe. 842 Main Road.
Health
98.9
The annual Health Cost Index for the Johns Island area
100
The US average
The health of a city has many different factors. It can refer to air quality, water quality, risk of getting respiratory disease or cancer.
The annual Health Cost Index for the Johns Island area is 98.9 (lower=better). The US average is 100.
There are 478 physicians per 100,000 population in Johns Island (zip 29455). The US average is 210 per 100,000 people
