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LinksHilton Head Island geographical information: The Low Country is comprised of four counties: Beaufort, Colleton, Hampton, and Jasper. Located primarily in the Southern most part of the state of South Carolina. Hilton Head Island spans about 5 miles at its widest point and 12 miles in length. The local topography is a blend of salt water marshes and sandy warm ocean beaches from the east. Our local climate: If you like the idea of four seasons, although not very distinct, then you will certainly enjoy our delightful Hilton Head Island weather . Much to our advantage, the local climate is considered to be semi-tropical. The mid-winter temperature will customarily range from about the 60ºs during the day to the lower 40ºs at night. The spring and fall seasons are an absolute delight with mild day and evening temperatures. The neighborhoods of Hilton Head Island area: There are many distinct communities in the Hilton Head area, each with their own unique appeal. Many are gated self contained communities offering an array of amenities ranging from golf & tennis club memberships to private beach access. Other areas are common and open to the public having their own special charm and appeal offering beach access to everyone. Hilton Head Island's Economy: is primarily tourism and real estate driven. More then $1.5 billion impacted the Hilton Head Island/Bluffton-Okatie economy in 2000 by 2.5 million visitors, several hundred of whom made the move permanent. Presently, there are more than 600 real estate executives employed on the Island. 61% of local jobs are tourism-related. Approximately 43 percent of the 5,000 licensed Island enterprises are retail and service-oriented companies. Retail operations and restaurants in particular have flourished in the Hilton Head Island/ Bluffton-Okatie area. Local Private Schools: Hilton Head Christian Academy 55 Gardener Dr. Hilton Head Island, 29926 843-681-2878 Grades 1-12; enrollment, 310 Hilton Head Island Preparatory School 8 Fox Grape Rd. Hilton Head Island , 29928 843-671-2286 Beaufort County Public Schools Hilton Head Primary School 80 Wilborn Rd. Hilton Head Island , 29926 843-689-7400 Grades k-2 ; Enrollment 830 Hilton Head Elementary School 10 Wilborn Rd. Hilton Head Island , 29926 843-689-7450 Grades 3-5; Enrollment 800 H.E. McCracken Middle School 55Wilborn Rd. Hilton Head Island , 29926 843-689-7550 Grades 6-8; Enrollment 1,150 Hilton Head High School 70 Wilborn Rd. Hilton Head Island , 29926 843-689-7550 Grades 9-12; Enrollment 1,175 Michael C. Riley Elementary School Burnt Church Rd. Bluffton, 29910 843-689-7550 Grades k-6; Enrollment 823 Continuing Education Beaufort Jasper career Education Center Rt. 1, Box 127 Ridgeland, 29936 843-726-8107 Technical College of the Lowcountry One College Center Dr., Kiawah Bldg. P.O. Box 5976 Hilton Head Island, 29938 843-842-6509 University of South Carolina- Beaufort at Hilton Head One College Center Dr., Kiawah Bldg. Hilton Head Island, 29938 843-785-3995 Hilton Head College Center One College Center Dr. P.O. Box 5311 Hilton Head Island, 29938 Government: Hilton Head Island employs a council-manager form of government, with six council members elected from their respective wards and mayor elected at-large. Both the council persons and the mayor serve two-year terms. Hilton Head Island is situated within Beaufort County, which employs a governing County Council, elected to serve four-year staggered terms. Town of Hilton Head Island One Town Center Court Hilton Head Island, 29928 843-842-8900 Demographics: Hilton Head Island has a year-round population of nearly 33,000. The population can swell during the peak of summer vacation season to over 150,000. Total persons by race (from 1990 census): White-89.5% Black and Other-10.49% Median age (1990 census)-40.07 years Age Breakdown (1990 census): Under age 19-20.7% Age 20-64-59.65% Over Age 65-20.28% Links: 
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