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Starr
Location of Starr, South Carolina
Location of Starr, South Carolina
Country United States
State South Carolina
County Anderson
Area
 • Total 1.50 sq mi (3.89 km2)
 • Land 1.50 sq mi (3.88 km2)
 • Water 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2)
Elevation
771 ft (235 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 165
 • Density 110.15/sq mi (42.53/km2)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code
29684
Area codes 864, 821
FIPS code 45-68875
GNIS feature ID 1251028

Starr is a small and friendly town located in Anderson County, South Carolina. It is a quiet place where people live and work. According to the 2020 census, 165 people called Starr their home.

Where is Starr Located?

Starr is found in the southern part of Anderson County, South Carolina. Its exact location is 34°22′41″N 82°41′38″W / 34.37806°N 82.69389°W / 34.37806; -82.69389. This means it is in the northern half of the world, and also in the western half.

The town covers a total area of about 1.5 square miles (3.89 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water inside the town limits.

Schools in Starr

Students in Starr attend schools within the local area. Here are the schools that serve the community:

  • Starr Elementary
  • Flat-Rock Elementary
  • Starr-Iva Middle School

How Many People Live in Starr?

Historical population
Census Pop.
1910 273
1920 347 27.1%
1930 361 4.0%
1940 349 −3.3%
1950 282 −19.2%
1960 243 −13.8%
1970 190 −21.8%
1980 241 26.8%
1990 164 −32.0%
2000 173 5.5%
2010 173 0.0%
2020 165 −4.6%
2022 (est.) 168 −2.9%
U.S. Decennial Census

The number of people living in Starr has changed over the years. In 2000, there were 173 people. By 2020, the population was 165. The population density was about 110 people for every square mile.

In 2000, the average age of people in Starr was 40 years old. About 19% of the population was under 18 years old.

Famous People from Starr

Starr has been home to some notable individuals. These are people who achieved recognition in their fields.

Wilton E. Hall

Wilton E. Hall was born in Starr on March 11, 1901. He became a successful person in publishing and broadcasting. He also served a short time as a United States senator for South Carolina. He passed away on February 25, 1980.

Kip Anderson

Kip Anderson was a talented soul and blues musician. He was born on January 24, 1938. Besides his music career, he also worked as a DJ at WANS radio in the 1990s. Kip Anderson passed away on August 29, 2007.

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