Economy & Jobs — Kiawah Island, South Carolina

Income & Employment

Median Household Income (Census)$213,594
Estimated 2026~$269,600
Per Capita Income$212,353
Poverty Rate3.1%
Unemployment Rate1.8%
In Labor Force680

Top Industries

IndustryShare
Professional31.0%
Education Healthcare26.6%
Finance Insurance10.7%

Local Businesses (County)

TypeCount
Full Service Restaurants634
Real Estate Offices596
Law Offices484
Fast Food406
Physician Offices403
Insurance Agencies233
Dental Offices229
Beauty Salons161
Hotels Motels157
Commercial Banks153
Gas Stations128
Coffee Shops108
Clothing Stores98
Auto Repair94
Grocery Stores93
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.