To live in Charleston is to love it! Whether you’re looking for big city perks like high-end shopping and fine dining or Southern charm filled back roads under huge oak trees, the Charleston Tri-County area has it all. Charleston and the surrounding suburbs are consistently ranked one of the best places to live and raise a family, and it boasts a higher than average standard of living.
Charleston was recently named the TOP city in the United States for the 11th year in a row by Travel+Leisure’s readers, along with being named one of the top 25 cities in the world in 2022 by Travel+Leisure magazine.
Whether you’re new to the area or choosing the best place for your next family home, we hope this guide helps you find the best place to raise your family. Simply click on the images below to be taken to each city’s guide page. And don’t forget to check out our Weekend Itineraries in Charleston for all the things to do, see, eat, and explore while in the Lowcountry!