Ravenel, South Carolina facts for kids
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Ravenel, South Carolina
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Location of Ravenel in South Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | South Carolina |
| County | Charleston |
| Area | |
| • Total | 13.18 sq mi (34.13 km2) |
| • Land | 13.18 sq mi (34.13 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 38 ft (12 m) |
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| • Total | 2,542 |
| • Density | 192.93/sq mi (74.49/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
29470
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| Area code(s) | 843, 854 |
| FIPS code | 45-59020 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1225766 |
Ravenel is a small town located in Charleston County, South Carolina, in the United States. It's a part of the larger Charleston-North Charleston-Summerville metropolitan area, which means it's connected to a bigger group of towns and cities.
In 2010, about 2,465 people lived in Ravenel. By 2020, the population had grown a little to 2,542 people.
Where is Ravenel Located?
Ravenel is found in the western part of Charleston County. If you travel south from Ravenel, you'll find the town of Hollywood.
A main road, U.S. Route 17, goes right through Ravenel. This road can take you about 20 miles (32 km) east to the city of Charleston. If you head west on the same road, you'll reach Jacksonboro, which is about 13 miles (21 km) away.
The town of Ravenel covers an area of about 13.18 square miles (34.13 square kilometers). Almost all of this area is land.
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Ravenel has changed quite a bit over the years. Here's a quick look at how the population has grown:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1950 | 337 | — | |
| 1960 | 527 | 56.4% | |
| 1970 | 931 | 76.7% | |
| 1980 | 1,655 | 77.8% | |
| 1990 | 2,165 | 30.8% | |
| 2000 | 2,214 | 2.3% | |
| 2010 | 2,465 | 11.3% | |
| 2020 | 2,542 | 3.1% | |
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Who Lives in Ravenel?
The 2020 United States census showed that 2,542 people lived in Ravenel. These people made up 986 households, and 662 of those were families.
The census also collects information about different groups of people. Here's a simple breakdown of the population in 2020:
| Group | Number of People | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic) | 1,199 | 47.17% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic) | 891 | 35.05% |
| Native American | 10 | 0.39% |
| Asian | 4 | 0.16% |
| Other/Mixed | 62 | 2.44% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 376 | 14.79% |
See also
In Spanish: Ravenel (Carolina del Sur) para niños
