West Pelzer, South Carolina facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
West Pelzer
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Top, left to right: Main Street, Water tower, West Pelzer Elementary School, field with bales of hay
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Location of West Pelzer, South Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | South Carolina |
| County | Anderson |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.53 sq mi (1.36 km2) |
| • Land | 0.53 sq mi (1.36 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 843 ft (257 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 962 |
| • Density | 1,832.38/sq mi (707.99/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| FIPS code | 45-76345 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1251391 |
West Pelzer is a small town in Anderson County, South Carolina, United States. It's a friendly place where people live and work. In 2020, about 962 people called West Pelzer home.
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Where is West Pelzer?
West Pelzer is located in the northeastern part of Anderson County. You can find it near these coordinates: 34°38′47″N 82°28′30″W / 34.64639°N 82.47500°W.
Neighboring Towns and Rivers
The town of Pelzer is right next door to the east. The Saluda River flows along this border. Another town, Williamston, is just 2 miles (3.2 km) south of West Pelzer.
How Big is the Town?
West Pelzer is not very large. It covers an area of about 0.53 square miles (1.3 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water inside the town limits.
How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in West Pelzer has changed over the years. Here's how the population has grown and shrunk:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1930 | 355 | — | |
| 1940 | 448 | 26.2% | |
| 1950 | 578 | 29.0% | |
| 1960 | 687 | 18.9% | |
| 1970 | 861 | 25.3% | |
| 1980 | 944 | 9.6% | |
| 1990 | 989 | 4.8% | |
| 2000 | 879 | −11.1% | |
| 2010 | 880 | 0.1% | |
| 2020 | 962 | 9.3% | |
| 2022 (est.) | 990 | 12.5% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
A Look at the People of West Pelzer
In 2000, there were 879 people living in West Pelzer. Most of the people living in the town were White. A smaller number were African American or Asian. Some people were also of Hispanic or Latino background.
The average age of people in West Pelzer in 2000 was 36 years old. About 23% of the population was under 18. This means there are many young people and families in the town.
Keeping West Pelzer Safe
West Pelzer has different services to help keep everyone safe and healthy.
Emergency Medical Services
If someone needs medical help, Anderson County EMS provides paramedic-level care. They have special vehicles with trained paramedics. Medshore Ambulance Service helps transport people to the hospital.
Fire and Rescue Services
The West Pelzer Fire Department protects the town from fires. It is a volunteer fire department, meaning people volunteer their time to help. They also get help from nearby fire departments when needed. These include Williamston, South Greenville, Piedmont, Wren, and Whitefield Fire Departments.
Law Enforcement
The West Pelzer Police Department works to keep the peace in town. They are supported by the Anderson County Sheriff's Office. The Williamston Police Department also helps out when needed. The West Pelzer Police also help these other agencies.
See also
In Spanish: West Pelzer para niños
