Smyrna, South Carolina facts for kids
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Smyrna, South Carolina
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Looking west along the shoulder of East Main Street (SC 97) in Smyrna
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Location of Smyrna, South Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | South Carolina |
| Counties | York, Cherokee |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.71 sq mi (1.83 km2) |
| • Land | 0.71 sq mi (1.83 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 755 ft (230 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 55 |
| • Density | 77.90/sq mi (30.08/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
29743
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| Area code(s) | 803, 839 |
| FIPS code | 45-67210 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1231809 |
Smyrna is a very small town located in the state of South Carolina, in the United States. It is split between two counties: York County and Cherokee County. In 2020, only 55 people lived in Smyrna, making it one of the smallest towns around!
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History of Smyrna
Smyrna became an official town in 1895. It was named after the Smyrna Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church. This church had been a place of worship for local families for 50 years before the town was formed.
Important developments helped the town grow. In 1888, a railroad station was built by the Charleston, Cincinnati and Chicago Railroad. This railroad later became part of the Southern Railway. Soon after, a store called a mercantile business was opened nearby by F.D. Horn.
An important historical site near Smyrna is the Jackson's Furnace Site (38YK217). This site was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1987. This means it is recognized as a special place in American history.
Where is Smyrna Located?
Smyrna is found in the western part of York County. A small part of the town also stretches northwest into Cherokee County. The town's exact location is 35°2′48″N 81°24′47″W / 35.04667°N 81.41306°W.
The total area of Smyrna is about 1.8 square kilometers (or 0.71 square miles). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the town's boundaries.
Who Lives in Smyrna?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 48 | — | |
| 1910 | 109 | 127.1% | |
| 1920 | 101 | −7.3% | |
| 1930 | 117 | 15.8% | |
| 1940 | 133 | 13.7% | |
| 1950 | 105 | −21.1% | |
| 1960 | 52 | −50.5% | |
| 1970 | 85 | 63.5% | |
| 1980 | 47 | −44.7% | |
| 1990 | 57 | 21.3% | |
| 2000 | 59 | 3.5% | |
| 2010 | 45 | −23.7% | |
| 2020 | 55 | 22.2% | |
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The United States Census Bureau counts how many people live in towns and cities. Here's a look at Smyrna's population over the years:
- In 2010, there were 45 people living in Smyrna.
- These people lived in 22 different homes, and 14 of these were families.
- The town had 29 housing units, which are places where people can live.
Most of the people living in Smyrna in 2010 were White. There were no people from other racial groups listed in that census.
How Old are Smyrna's Residents?
In 2010, the average age of people in Smyrna was about 48.5 years old.
- About 13.3% of residents were kids under 18.
- About 11.1% were young adults aged 18 to 24.
- About 20.0% were adults aged 25 to 44.
- About 35.6% were adults aged 45 to 64.
- About 20.0% were seniors aged 65 or older.
There were slightly more females than males in Smyrna, with 51.1% females and 48.9% males.
Family Life and Income
In 2010, about 18.2% of homes had children under 18 living there. Many homes (40.9%) were married couples living together. Some homes had a single parent, either a mother (9.1%) or a father (13.6%).
The average household in Smyrna had about 2 people. The average family had about 2.5 people.
The average income for a family in Smyrna was about $33,438 per year. The average income for each person was about $16,621.
See also
In Spanish: Smyrna (Carolina del Sur) para niños
