Folly Beach, South Carolina facts for kids
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Folly Beach, South Carolina
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Folly Beach
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Location of Folly Beach in South Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | South Carolina |
| County | Charleston |
| Incorporated | 1938 (town), 1973 (city) |
| Area | |
| • Total | 18.87 sq mi (48.87 km2) |
| • Land | 12.51 sq mi (32.39 km2) |
| • Water | 6.36 sq mi (16.48 km2) |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
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| • Total | 2,078 |
| • Density | 166.15/sq mi (64.15/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
29439
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| Area code | 843, 854 |
| FIPS code | 45-26035 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1231287 |
Folly Beach is a fun city located on Folly Island in Charleston County, South Carolina, United States. It's a popular spot for visitors and locals. In 2020, about 2,078 people lived here. Folly Beach is part of the larger Charleston metropolitan area.
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History of Folly Beach
Folly Beach has a rich history. Two important places, the Folly North Site (38CH1213) and the Secessionville Historic District, are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are special and protected because of their historical importance.
Geography and What Makes Folly Beach Special
Folly Beach is about 11 miles (18 km) south of downtown Charleston. It sits right along the Atlantic Ocean.
The city covers an area of about 18.9 square miles (48.9 square kilometers). A big part of this area, about 6.4 square miles (16.5 square kilometers), is water!
Locals in Charleston often call Folly Beach "the Edge of America." It's famous for its many surf spots. The most popular ones are the Washout, 10th Street, and the Folly Beach Pier. Even though the waves are usually calm, Folly Beach is known as one of the best surf spots on the East Coast.
Folly Beach is a unique beach community. You'll find surf shops, restaurants, gift shops, and cafes along Center Street. This is the main road that leads into the community.
Wildlife at Folly Beach
You might even spot some amazing animals here! Endangered North Atlantic right whales travel along the coast during their migration seasons. These whales are very important and are even the state animal for both Georgia and South Carolina.
People Living in Folly Beach
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| 1960 | 1,137 | — | |
| 1970 | 1,157 | 1.8% | |
| 1980 | 1,478 | 27.7% | |
| 1990 | 1,398 | −5.4% | |
| 2000 | 2,116 | 51.4% | |
| 2010 | 2,617 | 23.7% | |
| 2020 | 2,078 | −20.6% | |
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Folly Beach Population in 2020
In 2020, there were 2,078 people living in Folly Beach. There were 1,401 households and 716 families. Most people living in Folly Beach are White (93.89%).
Folly Beach Community Life
The average household in Folly Beach had about 2 people. The average family had about 2.5 people.
The median age of people in the city was 41 years old. About 10.9% of the population was under 18 years old. About 12.4% of the population was 65 years or older.
Education in Folly Beach
Students in Folly Beach attend schools within the Charleston County School District.
Local schools include James Island Elementary School, Camp Road Middle School, and James Island Charter High School.
Famous Landmarks in Folly Beach
One unofficial but very famous symbol of Folly Beach is the Folly Boat. You can find it on Folly Road. It's a unique landmark that many people recognize.
Images for kids
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Under Folly Beach Pier
See also
In Spanish: Folly Beach para niños
