What are the schools like in Hollywood, SC?

Hollywood is served primarily by Charleston 01. The district operates 52 elementary schools, 12 middle schools, and 18 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.0:1.

What is the median household income in Hollywood?

The median household income in Hollywood, SC is $77,191 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.8%.

What is the weather like in Hollywood, SC?

Hollywood has an average high temperature of 59.2°F in January and 90.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 0.3 inches.

Hollywood, SC Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Hollywood, SC affordable or expensive?

Hollywood's cost of living index is 97, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hollywood is 3% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $389,400 and the median rent is $870 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Hollywood, SC?

Hollywood has a violent crime rate of 475.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 2551.0 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Hollywood, SC a Good Place to Live?

Hollywood is a small town of 5,397 in South Carolina, with a median household income of $77,191 and a 4.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 97 (US average = 100), which is 3% below the national average.

Strengths: Hollywood stands out for solid school ratings (B+).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Hollywood is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Hollywood city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 97.4

Hollywood's overall cost of living index is 97.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Hollywood costs roughly 3% less than the average American city.

Metric	Hollywood, SC	National Avg
Median Home Value	$389,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$870	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	88.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$77,191	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Near National Average

Hollywood's violent crime rate is 475.7 per 100,000 residents — 25% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

475.7 /100k

Property Crime

2551.0 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Hollywood is served primarily by Charleston 01. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Hollywood, SC	National Avg
School District	Charleston 01	—
Elementary Schools	52	—
Middle Schools	12	—
High Schools	18	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	35.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	90.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Hollywood sees average highs of 59.2°F in January and 90.3°F in July, with 51.0 inches of annual precipitation and 0.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Hollywood, SC
Average High — January	59.2°F
Average High — July	90.3°F
Annual Precipitation	51.0"
Annual Snowfall	0.3"

Demographics

Metric	Hollywood, SC	National Avg
Population	5,397	—
Median Age	53.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	36.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	59.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	35.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.3%	18.9%
Asian	1.4%	6.3%
Under 18	17.3%	22.2%
65 and over	24.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Hollywood

Hollywood, SC is covered by 1 ZIP code:

29449

Hollywood vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hollywood, SC affordable or expensive?

Hollywood's cost of living index is 97, where 100 is the national average. That makes Hollywood roughly 3% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $389,400 and median rent is $870/month.

What is the crime rate in Hollywood, SC?

Hollywood's violent crime rate is 475.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 2551.0 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Hollywood?

Public schools in Hollywood are operated by Charleston 01. The district has 52 elementary, 12 middle, and 18 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.0:1. 35.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Hollywood, SC a good place to live?

Hollywood, SC has a population of 5,397, a median household income of $77,191, and an unemployment rate of 4.8%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Hollywood?

Hollywood averages 59.2°F in January and 90.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 51.0 inches with about 0.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Hollywood?

Hollywood, SC is covered by 1 ZIP code: 29449.

What is the population of Hollywood?

The population of Hollywood, South Carolina is 5,397 with a median age of 53.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hollywood?

Key numbers for living in Hollywood: cost of living index 97 (100 = US average), median home $389,400, median household income $77,191, crime index 124 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hollywood side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.