Clio, South Carolina facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Clio, South Carolina
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Location of Clio in South Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | South Carolina |
| County | Marlboro |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.86 sq mi (2.22 km2) |
| • Land | 0.86 sq mi (2.22 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 190 ft (60 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 608 |
| • Density | 710.28/sq mi (274.21/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
29525
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| Area code(s) | 843, 854 |
| FIPS code | 45-15310 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1247324 |
Clio (pronounced CLY-oh) is a small town located in Marlboro County, South Carolina, United States. It's a quiet place with a rich history. In 2020, about 608 people called Clio home.
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History of Clio
Clio has several important historical sites. These places help us learn about the past. Three of them are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are officially recognized for their historical value.
Historic Buildings and Farms
The Clio Historic District is an area with many old buildings. These buildings show how the town used to look. The McLaurin House is another important historical home. It tells a story about the families who lived there long ago.
Also, the McLaurin-Roper-McColl Farmstead is a historic farm. It gives us a peek into how people lived and worked on farms in the past. These sites help keep Clio's history alive for everyone to see.
Geography of Clio
Clio is located in the northeastern part of South Carolina. Its exact location is 34°34′48″N 79°32′36″W / 34.58000°N 79.54333°W.
Size and Land
The town is quite small. It covers an area of about 0.8 square miles (2.2 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the town limits.
Population of Clio
The number of people living in Clio has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at how the population has grown and shrunk:
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| 1900 | 508 | — | |
| 1910 | 780 | 53.5% | |
| 1920 | 1,009 | 29.4% | |
| 1930 | 808 | −19.9% | |
| 1940 | 821 | 1.6% | |
| 1950 | 837 | 1.9% | |
| 1960 | 847 | 1.2% | |
| 1970 | 936 | 10.5% | |
| 1980 | 1,031 | 10.1% | |
| 1990 | 882 | −14.5% | |
| 2000 | 774 | −12.2% | |
| 2010 | 726 | −6.2% | |
| 2020 | 608 | −16.3% | |
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Population Changes Over Time
In 1900, about 508 people lived in Clio. The population grew quite a bit by 1920, reaching over 1,000 residents. After that, the number of people living in Clio has generally decreased. In 2020, the population was 608.
Education in Clio
Clio once had a special school called Marlboro School of Discovery. This was a magnet school. Magnet schools offer unique programs to students. It was part of the Marlboro County School District.
See also
In Spanish: Clio (Carolina del Sur) para niños
