Pamplico, South Carolina facts for kids
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Pamplico, South Carolina
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House on SC 51 in Pamplico
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Location of Pamplico in South Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | South Carolina |
| County | Florence |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.63 sq mi (4.22 km2) |
| • Land | 1.62 sq mi (4.20 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2) |
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
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| • Total | 1,061 |
| • Density | 654.94/sq mi (252.91/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
29583
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| Area code(s) | 843, 854 |
| FIPS code | 45-54340 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1231624 |
Pamplico is a small town located in the southeastern part of Florence County, in the state of South Carolina, United States. In 2020, about 1,061 people lived there. It is part of the larger Florence Metropolitan Statistical Area.
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Where is Pamplico Located?
Pamplico is in eastern Florence County. It is about 3 miles (5 km) west of the Pee Dee River. The town is also about 19 miles (31 km) southeast of Florence, which is the main city of the county.
South Carolina Highway 51 runs through the center of Pamplico. This highway is often used by people traveling to Myrtle Beach. Myrtle Beach is about 51 miles (82 km) southeast of Pamplico. The town covers a total area of about 1.6 square miles (4.2 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a very small part being water.
How Many People Live in Pamplico?
The number of people living in Pamplico has changed over the years.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 452 | — | |
| 1930 | 467 | 3.3% | |
| 1940 | 555 | 18.8% | |
| 1950 | 728 | 31.2% | |
| 1960 | 988 | 35.7% | |
| 1970 | 1,068 | 8.1% | |
| 1980 | 1,213 | 13.6% | |
| 1990 | 1,314 | 8.3% | |
| 2000 | 1,139 | −13.3% | |
| 2010 | 1,226 | 7.6% | |
| 2020 | 1,061 | −13.5% | |
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In 2020, the population of Pamplico was 1,061 people. The town is home to people from different backgrounds. The main groups include White and Black or African American residents. There are also smaller numbers of Native American, Asian, and people of mixed races. Some residents are also of Hispanic or Latino origin.
Schools and Library
Public schools in Pamplico are managed by Florence County School District 2. The district has two schools on one campus: Hannah-Pamplico Elementary/Middle School and Hannah-Pamplico High School.
Pamplico also has a public library. It is a part of the Florence County Library System, where people can borrow books and use other resources.
Famous People from Pamplico
Some well-known people have come from Pamplico:
- Ken Ard – He was once the lieutenant governor of South Carolina. A lieutenant governor is a public official who is second in command to the governor of a state.
- Sam Ard – A professional racing car driver.
- Josh Turner – A famous country music artist.
See also
In Spanish: Pamplico para niños
