Neighborhood Crime Report
The Merchant
Charleston, SC
F

Crime Score

Very high crime

Crime Statistics (National avg = 100)
Assault 196
96% above avg
Robbery 192
92% above avg
Burglary 142
42% above avg
Larceny/Theft 191
91% above avg
Vehicle Theft 198
98% above avg
Demographics
$191,608
Average Home
$18,067
Average Income
3
Population
18.0
Average Age
Nearby Neighborhoods
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Crime Level
Low High
The Merchant Details

The Merchant, Charleston Crime Information

Charleston, SC neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics

F

The Merchant

Charleston, SC

Crime Score: F – Very high crime

Low High
3
Population
$18,067
Median Income
$191,608
Median Home Value
18.0
Median Age

Crime Statistics

Assault 196
Robbery 192
Burglary 142
Larceny/Theft 191
Vehicle Theft 198

Crime index based on reported incidents per capita, compared to national averages. 100 = national average.

Housing & Real Estate

$191,608
Median Home Value

Housing Breakdown

Owner Occupied
4.7%
Renter Occupied
95.3%

Cost of Living

57% lower than national average
🏠 Housing -47%
🛒 Food & Groceries -58%
🚗 Transportation -55%
🏥 Healthcare -65%
💡 Utilities -38%

Demographics

Education Level

52.8%
High School+
2.8%
Bachelor's+
1.9%
Graduate

Population by Ethnicity

White
2.6%
Black/African American
95.5%
Hispanic/Latino
0.0%

Weather & Climate

Winter (Jan)
58° / 40°F
Summer (Jul)
88° / 74°F
🌧️
47.9"
Annual Rain
❄️
1.0"
Annual Snow

About The Merchant

The Merchant is a neighborhood located in Charleston, SC. With a crime score of F, this area has very high crime compared to other neighborhoods in the city.

The neighborhood has a population of approximately 3 residents with a median household income of $18,067.

Safety Tips

  • Always be aware of your surroundings, especially at night
  • Keep valuables out of sight in your vehicle
  • Get to know your neighbors and join community watch programs
  • Report suspicious activity to local authorities