Buford, South Carolina facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Buford
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| Country | United States |
| State | South Carolina |
| County | Lancaster |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.28 sq mi (5.90 km2) |
| • Land | 2.28 sq mi (5.90 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 398 |
| • Density | 174.56/sq mi (67.41/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
29720
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| Area code(s) | 803 |
| FIPS code | 45-10135 |
Buford is a small community located in Lancaster County, South Carolina, in the United States. It's an "unincorporated community," which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. It's also a "census-designated place" (CDP). This means the U.S. Census Bureau defines it as a specific area for collecting population data.
In the 2020 census, Buford had a population of 398 people. You can find Buford where two main roads meet: South Carolina Highway 9 and South Carolina Highway 522.
History of Buford
This community was named after a person named Abraham Buford (1747–1833). He was a commanding officer during a historical event called the Waxhaw Massacre.
Education in Buford
Students in Buford attend public schools managed by the Lancaster County School District. The district runs three schools right in Buford:
- Buford Elementary School
- Buford Middle School
- Buford High School
People of Buford
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2020 | 398 | — | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2020 |
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According to the 2020 census, Buford had a population of 398 people. Most residents identified as White. There were also smaller groups of people identifying as Black or African American, Native American, Asian, and those of mixed races. A small percentage of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
See also
In Spanish: Buford (Carolina del Sur) para niños
