Coward, South Carolina facts for kids
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Coward, South Carolina
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Location of Coward in South Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | South Carolina |
| County | Florence |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.53 sq mi (9.15 km2) |
| • Land | 3.53 sq mi (9.15 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 748 |
| • Density | 211.84/sq mi (81.79/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
29530
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| Area code(s) | 843, 854 |
| FIPS code | 45-17215 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1247407 |
Coward is a small town located in Florence County, South Carolina, in the United States. In 2020, about 748 people lived there. It is part of the larger Florence area.
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About Coward, South Carolina
Coward is a quiet town in the middle of Florence County. It is known for its friendly community. The town is a great example of a small American community.
Geography and Location
Coward is found in the south-central part of Florence County. It is about 16 miles north of Florence, which is the county seat. U.S. Route 52 goes right through the town. This road connects Coward to Florence in the north. It also connects to Lake City about 7 miles to the south. Another road, South Carolina Highway 541, goes west from Coward. It leads to Olanta, which is about 12 miles away.
The town of Coward covers an area of about 3.5 square miles (9.1 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. Only a very small part is water. The town is located in the area where water flows into the Lynches River. This river then flows into the larger Pee Dee River.
Population Over the Years
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1970 | 466 | — | |
| 1980 | 428 | −8.2% | |
| 1990 | 532 | 24.3% | |
| 2000 | 650 | 22.2% | |
| 2010 | 752 | 15.7% | |
| 2020 | 748 | −0.5% | |
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The number of people living in Coward has changed over time. In 1970, there were 466 residents. By 2000, the population grew to 650 people. The 2010 census showed 752 people living in Coward. In 2020, the population was 748.
Community Life
In 2000, there were 246 households in Coward. Many of these households were families. About 32.9% of homes had children under 18 living there. Most households were made up of married couples. Some homes had a single female head of household. Others were individuals living alone.
The average household in Coward had about 2.64 people. The average family had about 3.17 people. The town's population included people of different ages. About 26.2% were under 18 years old. About 9.8% were 65 years or older. The average age in Coward was 35 years old.
See also
In Spanish: Coward para niños
