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James Island South Carolina Map

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Interactive Map of James Island, South Carolina

City	James Island
State	South Carolina (SC)
County	Charleston County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	32.736122
Longitude	-79.937184
Population	11,621
Density	945.8 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	29412
Area Code	864
County Seat	Charleston
School District	Charleston County School District

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About James Island, South Carolina

James Island is a locality in Charleston County, South Carolina, United States. It has a population of 11,621. The population density is 945.8 people per km². James Island is located at 32.7361°N, 79.9372°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. James Island is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 29412.

James Island stretches across a flat, low-lying landscape where the salt-heavy air clings to the moss-draped oaks. It lies 3.5 miles south-southwest of Charleston, SC (from Charleston, SC: bearing 197°T), and is situated 8.9 miles south of North Charleston. Simpson Creek winds through the terrain, its tidal waters rising and falling with a slow, rhythmic pulse that dictates the pace of the afternoon. While the Atlantic Ocean remains five miles to the east, its presence is felt in the saline dampness that settles over the marsh grasses at dusk. Beyond the immediate canopy of greenery, the horizon remains stubbornly level, lacking the jagged silhouette of Long Ridge, which lies far to the distant west. Residents find solace within the boundaries of Stephen Washington Park, where the earth feels soft and yielding underfoot. James Island holds a quiet stillness, defined by the way the fading light turns the tidal flats into a mirror of bruised purple and gray.

Agriculture and maritime labor once defined the daily existence of those who cleared these fields, leaving behind a legacy of endurance that still informs the local economy. The soil, enriched by generations of careful cultivation, eventually gave way to a modern network of service-oriented businesses and residential expansion. While the industrial centers of the region have shifted, James Island maintains a connection to its past through the preservation of traditional Gullah-Geechee practices and artisanal crafts. The local commerce relies on a steady flow of trade, supported by a workforce that navigates the intersection of suburban growth and historical respect. Economic life here is rarely frantic, preferring a measured tempo that allows for the maintenance of long-standing family businesses. Even the distant, shimmering surface of Colonial Lake serves as a reminder of the quiet, inland water management that supports the stability of the entire region.

Cultural identity on James Island is a deep, layered experience, often expressed through the enduring influence of Gullah-Geechee heritage and the persistent, humid warmth of the coastal climate. The residents celebrate their history through community gatherings that emphasize shared meals and the preservation of local stories, maintaining a distinct character separate from the urban bustle of nearby cities. Notable landmarks are less about grand architecture and more about the endurance of natural spaces like Stephen Washington Park, which serves as a communal anchor. While the area has hosted many individuals of local significance, it is perhaps most widely recognized for the contributions of figures like the renowned musician Edwin McCain, who drew inspiration from the subtle rhythms of this specific geography. On quiet evenings, the air carries a weight that feels both ancient and immediate, grounding those who live here in the simple, inescapable reality of the tide and the turning season.

Nearby Outdoor Places

James Island Recreation Complex (Local Recreation) — 0.0 mi, 013° N
Harbor Woods Tract (Local Recreation) — 0.0 mi, 018° N
Bayview Park (Local Park) — 0.5 mi, 167° S
Stephen Washington Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 212° SW
Fort Johnson Marine Resources Center (State Resource Management Area) — 2.0 mi, 069° E
Thirteen-Inch Mortar Marker (Monument) — 2.3 mi, 009° N
13-inch Mortar (Attraction) — 2.3 mi, 009° N
USS Hobson Monument (Monument) — 2.3 mi, 008° N
USS Amberjack (SS-219) Memorial (Monument) — 2.3 mi, 008° N
The Little Dancer (Public Artwork) — 2.3 mi, 009° N
The Fake (Attraction) — 2.3 mi, 011° N
The Brooke Rifle (Attraction) — 2.3 mi, 011° N
World War I Howitzer (Attraction) — 2.3 mi, 008° N
The Williams Mansion (Museum) — 2.5 mi, 009° N
Nathaniel Russell House Museum (Museum) — 2.6 mi, 008° N
Heyward-Washington House (Museum) — 2.7 mi, 010° N
The Parapet (Historic Ruins) — 2.8 mi, 012° N
McLeod Plantation Historic Site (Museum) — 2.8 mi, 311° NW
Mary Martin Gallery (Gallery) — 2.8 mi, 005° N
Postal Museum (Museum) — 2.8 mi, 007° N
Dog & Horse Fine Art (Gallery) — 2.8 mi, 010° N
Simpatico Gallery (Gallery) — 2.8 mi, 009° N
Castle Pinckney (Historic Castle / Fort) — 3.0 mi, 030° NE
Fort Sumter National Monument (Marine Protected Area) — 3.2 mi, 068° E
Crab Bank Seabird Sanctuary (Marine Protected Area) — 4.2 mi, 043° NE
Francis Marion National Forest (National Forest) — 15.1 mi, 025° NE · 264k acres
Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 19.2 mi, 057° NE · 132k acres
Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge.Wilderness Area (Wilderness Area) — 19.2 mi, 057° NE · 30k acres
Sewee Purchase Unit (National Forest) — 20.3 mi, 045° NE · 964 acres
Ernest F. Hollings Ace Basin National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 23.3 mi, 264° W · 36k acres

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