Tourism Spending Sets New Record Along the Grand Strand
March 21, 2026
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NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. — Visitor spending in North Charleston topped last year's total, according to the state tourism office.
Business groups in the region say the data reflects steady, if unspectacular, growth rather than a boom, which several officials described as a healthier long-term pattern.
State officials caution that national conditions, including interest rates and federal policy, could still shift the outlook in the months ahead.
Local leaders say they are watching housing affordability closely, since rapid growth in some counties has begun to strain infrastructure and workforce housing supply.
What Comes Next
Officials say the coming months will be a key test of whether the momentum described above holds up. Community members in North Charleston are encouraged to follow updates as more details become available.
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