Hilton Head Island, Hilton Head Island SC — neighborhood review

Hilton Head Island, SC

Hilton Head Island · SC 29928

Updated August 4, 2026 · Would You Live There?

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Verdict

$798K

Median Price

43/100

Walk Score

7.7/10

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Score Breakdown

FAffordability
28/100
ASafety
92/100
BSchools
77/100
AQuietness
90/100
ACommute
100/100
DWalkability
43/100
WYLT Score72/100

Our Take

Hilton Head Island offers an upscale, resort-style living experience ideal for retirees, affluent individuals, and vacation homeowners. It boasts beautiful natural surroundings, excellent recreational opportunities, and a high quality of life, albeit with a high cost of living and extreme car dependency.

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The Good

  • ✓High quality of life with a resort-style atmosphere
  • ✓Stunning beaches, abundant green space, and natural beauty
  • ✓Exceptional recreational opportunities, particularly golf, tennis, and water sports
  • ✓Generally low crime rates (based on area type)
  • ✓Affluent community with high median income and education levels
  • ✓Low flood risk (Zone X)

Real Talk

  • !Extremely high cost of living, especially for housing
  • !Almost all errands require a car, with no public transit options
  • !Very high median age (64) means it's less ideal for young families seeking a vibrant youth-oriented community
  • !Job market is heavily centered around tourism, hospitality, and retirement services
  • !Experiences significant tourist crowds during peak seasons
  • !The data shows no local schools, meaning children would need to commute off-island or to other parts of the island for schooling
  • $High property taxes due to elevated home values
  • $Potential for HOA or community fees common in planned resort developments
  • $Coastal property insurance premiums can be significant
  • $Higher service and maintenance costs for luxury homes

Best For

RetireesAffluent individualsVacation home ownersGolf enthusiastsBeach loversRemote workers seeking a peaceful, upscale environment

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeLow
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Hilton Head Island, SC

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Safety grade

Safety score92 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low
1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

57% safer than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Low
9.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

50% safer than the national average

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