Brunson, South Carolina facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Brunson, South Carolina
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Location of Brunson, South Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | South Carolina |
| County | Hampton |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.02 sq mi (2.63 km2) |
| • Land | 1.02 sq mi (2.63 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 135 ft (41 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 431 |
| • Density | 423.80/sq mi (163.63/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
29911
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| Area code(s) | 803, 839 |
| FIPS code | 45-09865 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1247030 |
Brunson is a small town located in Hampton County, South Carolina, in the United States. As of the 2020 census, 431 people called Brunson home. It's a quiet place with a unique history.
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Where is Brunson Located?
Brunson is found in the northern part of Hampton County. A main road, U.S. Route 278, also known as Railroad Avenue, goes right through the center of town. This road connects Brunson to other nearby towns. For example, it's about 3 miles (4.8 km) northwest to Fairfax. It's also about 6 miles (9.7 km) southeast to Hampton, which is the main town for the county.
The town of Brunson is quite small in size. It covers a total area of about 2.6 square kilometers (or 1.0 square mile). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the town's borders.
How Many People Live in Brunson?
The number of people living in Brunson has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at its population history:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 167 | — | |
| 1890 | 470 | 181.4% | |
| 1900 | 342 | −27.2% | |
| 1910 | 610 | 78.4% | |
| 1920 | 699 | 14.6% | |
| 1930 | 675 | −3.4% | |
| 1940 | 542 | −19.7% | |
| 1950 | 607 | 12.0% | |
| 1960 | 603 | −0.7% | |
| 1970 | 559 | −7.3% | |
| 1980 | 590 | 5.5% | |
| 1990 | 587 | −0.5% | |
| 2000 | 589 | 0.3% | |
| 2010 | 554 | −5.9% | |
| 2020 | 431 | −22.2% | |
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In 2000, there were 589 people living in Brunson. These people lived in 237 different homes. About 3 out of 10 homes had children under 18 living there. Many homes were families, including married couples. The average household had about 2 to 3 people.
The population in 2000 was made up of different age groups. About 25% of the people were under 18 years old. About 16% were 65 years or older. The average age in Brunson was 37 years old.
Interesting Buildings in Brunson
Brunson has some special buildings that make it unique.
The Octagonal Town Hall
The town hall in Brunson is very famous! It's even mentioned in Ripley's Believe It or Not! This is because it's the only town hall in the world that is shaped like an octagon (an eight-sided figure) and built on stilts. This makes it a truly one-of-a-kind building.
Oak Grove Historic Site
Another important place is Oak Grove. This site was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1976. This means it's recognized as a place with special historical importance.
Images for kids
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A view of Brunson, South Carolina.
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Map showing the location of Brunson in South Carolina.
