Employment
Since January of 1995, the Metropolitan Charleston region has recorded more than $5 billion in new capital investment. Major contributors to the strong and diversified local economy include leading healthcare centers, tourism, the Port of Charleston, technology and knowledge-based businesses, and the military.
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Employment by Sector
3.6% FIRE**
5.6% TCPU*
7.3% Construction
8.5% Manufacturing
20.2% Government
24.1% Trade
30.6% Services
*Transportation, Communications and Public Utilities
**Finance, Insurance and Real Estate
Climate
The Metropolitan Charleston region enjoys an idyllic climate that range from temperate to subtropical. Four distinct but mild seasons encourage an active lifestyle around the calendar year. The average daily temperatures range from a high of 73.5 to a low of 54.2 and the average annual precipitation is 51.59 inches. The average relative humidity is 75 percent. The first frost usually occurs mid December and the last frost is most often mid February.