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Glendale
Glendale is located in South Carolina
Glendale
Glendale
Location in South Carolina
Country United States United States
State South Carolina South Carolina
County Spartanburg
Area
 • Total 0.21 sq mi (0.55 km2)
 • Land 0.21 sq mi (0.55 km2)
 • Water 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation
699 ft (213 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 244
 • Density 1,150.94/sq mi (443.38/km2)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP codes
29307, 29346
FIPS code 45083
GNIS feature ID 2629828

Glendale is a small community in Spartanburg County, South Carolina, in the United States. It is a special type of place called a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that the government counts for population, but it's not officially a city or town. In 2010, about 307 people lived there.

A Look Back at Glendale's History

Glendale has a history connected to its past industries. A post office opened in Glendale in 1878. The main business in the community was once a large cotton mill. This mill helped the town grow and provided jobs for many people.

Historic Buildings in Glendale

The Bivings-Converse House is an important historical building in Glendale. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1995. This means it is recognized as a place worth preserving because of its history.

Where is Glendale Located?

Glendale is found in South Carolina. Its exact location is at 34.945078 degrees north latitude and -81.836373 degrees west longitude. These numbers help pinpoint Glendale on a map.

Glendale's Size and Surroundings

This community is located to the east of the city of Spartanburg. According to the United States Census Bureau, Glendale covers a total area of about 0.212 square miles (0.549 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large bodies of water like lakes or rivers within its borders.

Who Lives in Glendale?

The number of people living in Glendale changes over time.

Historical population
Census Pop.
2020 244
U.S. Decennial Census

Population Changes Over Time

The United States Census counts how many people live in different areas every ten years. In 2010, Glendale had a population of 307 people. By the 2020 Census, the population was 244. This shows how the number of residents can change over time.

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