Roebuck, South Carolina facts for kids
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Roebuck, South Carolina
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Location of Roebuck , South Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | South Carolina |
| County | Spartanburg |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.31 sq mi (11.16 km2) |
| • Land | 4.29 sq mi (11.11 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.05 km2) |
| Elevation | 748 ft (228 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,357 |
| • Density | 549.16/sq mi (212.06/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
29376
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| Area code(s) | 864 |
| FIPS code | 45-61720 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1250459 |
Roebuck is a small community in Spartanburg County, South Carolina, United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that looks like a town but doesn't have its own local government. In 2010, about 2,200 people lived there.
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History of Roebuck
This community was named after Benjamin Roebuck. He was an officer during the American Revolutionary War. This was a big war where America fought for its freedom.
Roebuck is home to a special place called Walnut Grove Plantation. This is an old farmhouse from the 1700s. It has been kept safe so people can visit it today. It's like a museum where you can see how people lived long ago.
A brave woman named Kate Moore lived at Walnut Grove. She was a scout for General Daniel Morgan. She helped him during an important fight called the Battle of Cowpens. This battle was a key moment in the Revolutionary War.
Another historic spot is Smith's Tavern. This old building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1974. This list includes places that are important to the history of the United States.
Geography of Roebuck
Roebuck is located in South Carolina. Its exact spot is 34°53′3″N 81°57′38″W / 34.88417°N 81.96056°W.
The United States Census Bureau says that Roebuck covers about 4.3 square miles (11.1 square kilometers). All of this area is land. There are no large lakes or rivers within the CDP.
Population and People
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| 2000 | 1,725 | — | |
| 2010 | 2,200 | 27.5% | |
| 2020 | 2,357 | 7.1% | |
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Every ten years, the United States counts its population. This is called a census. In 2000, Roebuck had 1,725 people. By 2010, the population grew to 2,200. In 2020, it reached 2,357 people.
In 2000, there were 708 homes in Roebuck. Many of these homes had families living in them. About 27.7% of homes had children under 18 years old. Most homes were made up of married couples.
The people in Roebuck come from different backgrounds. The community is made up of people of various races and ethnicities.
The average age of people in Roebuck in 2000 was 39 years old. About 22.7% of the population was under 18. About 13.3% of the people were 65 years or older.
Education in Roebuck
Students in Roebuck attend schools in Spartanburg County School District 6. This school district helps make sure children get a good education.
See also
In Spanish: Roebuck para niños
