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South Carolina Almanac: Facts and Figures
Quick Facts and Figures on the State
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South Carolina is one of the South Atlantic states of the US.
South Carolina economy was agriculturally based until the 20th century, when manufacturing became the chief industry. In the early 1990s the state was a major producer of textiles.
South Carolina Almanac
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| Official Name |
South Carolina |
| Capital |
Columbia |
| Nick Name |
Palmetto State |
| Motto |
Animis Opibusque Parati (Prepared in mind and resources)
Dum Spiro Spero (While I breathe, I hope) |
| Location & Region |
34.03923 N, 080.88634 W |
South |
| Constitution Ratified |
1895 |
| Statehood |
May 23, 1788 |
8th state |
| Population |
4,012,012 |
133.24 sq mi. |
26th |
Largest City
(by population) |
Columbia, Charleston, North Charleston, Greenville, Rock Hill |
| Bordering States |
North: North Carolina East and South East: Atlantic Ocean
South West and West: Georgia (Savannah River forms almost all of the boundary with Georgia, and the Chattooga River forms most of the rest)
Coastline: 187 mi.
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| Number of Counties |
46 Counties in South Carolina |
Largest County
(by population) |
Greenville County |
379,616 |
792 sq mi. |
| Electoral Votes |
8 |
| US Congress |
2 Senators; 6 Representatives |
| Time Zone |
Eastern Standard Time |
South Carolina Climate and Weather
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South Carolina's climate is mild and humid. Its long coast lies near the Gulf Stream, which keeps coastal areas warmer in winter and cooler in summer than the interior. The mountains in the northwest help protect the rest of the state from cold air, but the higher elevations are usually cooler in summer and colder in winter than the rest of the state.
January temperatures are mild, with some days below freezing along the coast, but most range 37-59 F/3-14 C. Expect temperatures to run 53-76 F/11-24 C along the coast in April, 61-83 F/16-27 C in May. Some severe thunderstorms or tornadoes can occur in spring. Visitors will find pleasant conditions at the beaches through the fall, though summers are hot (high 80s F/30 C to above 90 F/32+ C) and humid. Humidity at 50%-60% in high heat can be quite exhausting, so if you visit in the warm-weather months, pace yourself.
Fall can be a pleasant time to visit. The humidity during these months is generally fairly comfortable and temperatures are in the 55-84 F/12-28 C range. Indian summers can last through November, with dry days and temperatures from the low 40s F/5 C to the mid 60s F/18 C. |
| Highest Temperature |
111 degrees
June 28, 1954 - Camden |
| Lowest Temperature |
-19 degrees
January 21, 1985 - Caesar's Head |
| Avg Temp: High - Low |
91.9 degrees |
31.2 degrees |
South Carolina Highest, Lowest, and Mean Elevations (Feet)
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| Mean Elevation |
350 |
| Highest Point |
Sassafras Mountain |
3,560 |
| Lowest Point |
Atlantic Ocean |
Sea level |
South Carolina Land Area (Square Miles)
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| Geographic Center |
1 |
| Total Area |
32,020.20 |
40th |
| Land Area |
30,109.47 |
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| Water Area |
1,910.73 |
5.96% |
| Forested Land Area |
65.7% |
Dimensions
(Length - Width) |
260 miles |
200 miles |
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Source: (US Census, April 1, 2000)
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