Zip 29439 (Folly Beach, SC) Rankings


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Folly Beach, SC is a wonderful coastal town located in Charleston County, South Carolina. Situated on the Folly River, it is renowned for its pristine beaches and breathtaking coastal views. The town has a population of around 2,000 people and is one of the most desirable places to live in the region. According to BestPlaces, Folly Beach ranks highly in many areas including 'climate', 'cost of living', 'education', 'job market' and 'health care'. In terms of climate, Folly Beach experiences mild winters with temperatures rarely falling below freezing and hot humid summers with temperatures often exceeding 90°F. In terms of cost of living, scores are relatively high; housing costs are about 4% lower than the national average while groceries are slightly higher than average. Education-wise, Folly Beach offers excellent schooling options both public and private. For job market opportunities, the area boasts a variety of employment options across all sectors including retail, tourism and services. Finally, for healthcare facilities there are several quality hospitals located nearby providing comprehensive medical care. All these factors have contributed to make Folly Beach one of the top 29439 ranked cities in America according to BestPlaces.

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Over 16 years ago

I live on a small barrier island near charleston, s.c. it's full of palm and oak trees, is very peaceful and tranquil and very expensive. In the summer it's very  More

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