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Drayton
Country United States
State South Carolina
County Spartanburg
Area
 • Total 1.40 sq mi (3.63 km2)
 • Land 1.40 sq mi (3.63 km2)
 • Water 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 1,115
 • Density 795.29/sq mi (306.99/km2)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
FIPS code 45-20590

Drayton is a small community located in Spartanburg County, South Carolina, in the United States. It's known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that the U.S. Census Bureau defines for gathering population data. In 2020, about 1,115 people lived in Drayton.

History of Drayton

Drayton has had its own post office since 1904. The community got its name from an important historical figure, William Henry Drayton. He lived from 1742 to 1779. William Henry Drayton was a delegate from South Carolina. He helped represent the state in the Continental Congress. This was a group of leaders who played a big part in forming the United States.

Education in Drayton

Students in Drayton attend schools managed by Spartanburg County School District 7. One of the main schools serving the area is Spartanburg High School. This school provides education for older students in the community.

Drayton's Population

Historical population
Census Pop.
2020 1,115
U.S. Decennial Census
2020

According to the 2020 census, Drayton had a population of 1,115 people. The community is home to a mix of different backgrounds. Most residents are White, followed by Black or African American individuals. There are also smaller groups of Asian, Native American, and Pacific Islander people. About 6.5% of the population identifies as Hispanic or Latino.

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