Lake Wylie, SC Homes for Sale

Welcome to Lake Wylie

Lake Wylie is a popular waterfront community straddling the South Carolina shoreline just southwest of Charlotte, offering lake living, recreation, and a relaxed pace close to the city. The lake itself is the centerpiece, with boating, fishing, paddleboarding, and lakeside dining part of everyday life. Residents enjoy South Carolina's lower taxes, the Clover and Fort Mill school districts, and a quick commute to Charlotte's jobs and airport. Homes range from cozy cottages and established neighborhoods to luxury waterfront estates and golf communities like The Palisades and River Hills. The area continues to grow with new shopping and dining, yet keeps its friendly, outdoorsy character. If you want the lake lifestyle of water access, sunsets, and weekend recreation combined with easy city access, Lake Wylie delivers a genuinely appealing and increasingly popular place to call home.

Overview for Lake Wylie, SC

15,177 people live in Lake Wylie, where the median age is 38.7 and the average individual income is $51,944. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

15,177

Total Population

38.7 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density
This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$51,944

Average individual Income

Around Lake Wylie, SC

There's plenty to do around Lake Wylie, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

38

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Waffles At The Lake, The Galley - Pier 88 Yacht Club, and Sweet Workz by Imelda.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Waffles At The Lake page on Yelp	Dining	0.01 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the The Galley - Pier 88 Yacht Club page on Yelp Search 165 Heritage Dr on Google Maps	Dining	0.56 miles	5 reviews	4.2/5 stars
Visit the Sweet Workz by Imelda page on Yelp	Dining	0.98 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Domino's page on Yelp Search 125 Everygreen Rd on Google Maps	Dining · $	1.19 miles	17 reviews	2.5/5 stars
Visit the Zo.ra Food & Wine page on Yelp Search 1201 Village Harbor Dr on Google Maps	Dining	1.2 miles	64 reviews	4.7/5 stars
Visit the Chipotle Mexican Grill page on Yelp Search 5001 Charlotte Hwy on Google Maps	Dining	1.23 miles	8 reviews	2.6/5 stars
Visit the ARBY'S page on Yelp Search 511 Nautical Dr on Google Maps	Dining · $	1.26 miles	13 reviews	2.2/5 stars
Visit the Ciao Bella Coffee and Sweets page on Yelp Search 4547 Charlotte Hwy on Google Maps	Dining	1.28 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Lil' Hop's BBQ page on Yelp Search 2060 Cutter Pt Dr on Google Maps	Dining	1.32 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Lake Wylie Liquor Store page on Yelp Search 5081 Charlotte Hwy on Google Maps	Dining · $$	1.32 miles	14 reviews	4.9/5 stars
Visit the Copper Premium Pub page on Yelp Search 4516 Charlotte Hwy on Google Maps	Dining · $$	1.34 miles	469 reviews	4.2/5 stars
Visit the Taco Bell page on Yelp Search 311 Vesla Ln on Google Maps	Dining · $	1.39 miles	24 reviews	2.3/5 stars
Visit the Alvarez group page on Yelp	Active	0.01 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Dawson & Deaton page on Yelp	Active	0.01 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Wright's Watersports page on Yelp	Active	0.01 miles	1 review	2/5 stars
Visit the Lake Wylie Yacht Club page on Yelp Search 54 Marina Rd on Google Maps	Active	0.62 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Reform Pilates Studio page on Yelp Search 131 Evergreen Rd on Google Maps	Active	1.21 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the MAPLE Learning & Fun Jr page on Yelp Search 131 Evergreen Rd on Google Maps	Active	1.21 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Unique Esti page on Yelp	Beauty	0.01 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Classic Salon Nails & Spa page on Yelp Search 4937 Charlotte Hwy on Google Maps	Beauty	1.12 miles	41 reviews	4/5 stars
Visit the Allure Nails & Tan page on Yelp Search 1532 Village Harbor Dr on Google Maps	Beauty	1.15 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Hair Is US page on Yelp Search 4543 Charlotte Hwy on Google Maps	Beauty	1.26 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Fernanda Itzell Beauty page on Yelp Search 4371 Charlotte Hwy on Google Maps	Beauty	1.29 miles	3 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Barber Chair page on Yelp Search 4371 Charlotte Hwy on Google Maps	Beauty	1.3 miles	1 review	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Lake Wylie, SC

Population Households Employment

Lake Wylie has 5,594 households, with an average household size of 2.71. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Lake Wylie do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 15,177 people call Lake Wylie home. The population density is 1,924 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

15,177

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

38.7 years

Median Age

51 / 49%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

5,594

Total Households

2.71

Average Household Size

$51,944

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Lake Wylie, SC

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The following schools are within or nearby Lake Wylie. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Featured Listings

For Sale
$3,250,000

47 Hamiltons Ferry Road, Lake Wylie, SC 29710
- 4 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 7,467 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$995,000

6 Thornwood Court, Lake Wylie, SC 29710
- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 5,545 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$530,000

1726 Santa Clara Trace, Clover, SC 29710
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2,728 Sq.Ft.
Coming Soon
$300,000

664 Cypress Glen Lane, Lake Wylie, SC 29710
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,557 Sq.Ft.