Waterloo, South Carolina facts for kids
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Waterloo, South Carolina
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Location of Waterloo, South Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | South Carolina |
| County | Laurens |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.78 sq mi (4.62 km2) |
| • Land | 1.78 sq mi (4.62 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 614 ft (187 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 149 |
| • Density | 83.57/sq mi (32.27/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
29384
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| Area codes | 864, 821 |
| FIPS code | 45-74995 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1231896 |
Waterloo is a small town located in Laurens County, South Carolina, in the United States. In 2020, about 149 people lived there. It's a quiet place with a rich history.
History of Waterloo
Waterloo officially became a town in 1885. This means it was given the power to govern itself.
One important historical place in Waterloo is Rosemont Plantation. This old plantation was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1993. Being on this list means it's a special place that is important to the history of the country. It helps protect the site for future generations.
Geography of Waterloo
Waterloo is located in the western part of South Carolina. You can find it at these coordinates: 34°21′11″N 82°3′29″W / 34.35306°N 82.05806°W. These numbers tell you its exact spot on a map.
The town covers a total area of about 1.78 square miles (4.62 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the town limits.
Population and People
The number of people living in Waterloo has changed over the years. Here's a look at how the population has grown and shrunk:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 291 | — | |
| 1900 | 189 | −35.1% | |
| 1910 | 191 | 1.1% | |
| 1920 | 209 | 9.4% | |
| 1930 | 204 | −2.4% | |
| 1940 | 150 | −26.5% | |
| 1950 | 162 | 8.0% | |
| 1960 | 148 | −8.6% | |
| 1970 | 112 | −24.3% | |
| 1980 | 200 | 78.6% | |
| 1990 | 122 | −39.0% | |
| 2000 | 203 | 66.4% | |
| 2010 | 166 | −18.2% | |
| 2020 | 149 | −10.2% | |
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The people who live in Waterloo come from different backgrounds. The United States Census Bureau collects information about the people living in towns like Waterloo. This helps us understand the community better.
- In 2020, about 62% of the people in Waterloo were Black or African American.
- About 33% were White.
- A small number of people identified as being of mixed race or Hispanic/Latino.
This mix of people makes Waterloo a diverse place.
See also
- In Spanish: Waterloo (Carolina del Sur) para niños
