Williamston, South Carolina facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Williamston
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Top, left to right: Downtown Williamston, the grave of West Allen Williams (founder of Williamston) in Williamston Springs Mineral Park, water tower at the Williamston Mill, Williamston Municipal Center
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Location of Williamston, South Carolina
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| Country | United States | ||
| State | South Carolina | ||
| County | Anderson | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 3.73 sq mi (9.65 km2) | ||
| • Land | 3.69 sq mi (9.55 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.04 sq mi (0.09 km2) | ||
| Elevation | 807 ft (246 m) | ||
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 4,043 | ||
| • Density | 1,095.96/sq mi (423.20/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) | ||
| ZIP code |
29697
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| Area codes | 864, 821 | ||
| FIPS code | 45-77875 | ||
| GNIS feature ID | 1251452 | ||
Williamston is a town located in Anderson County, South Carolina. In 2020, about 4,043 people lived there. It is a small community with a rich history and important local services.
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Where is Williamston Located?
Williamston is in the northeastern part of Anderson County, South Carolina. You can find it at these coordinates: 34.617699 degrees North and -82.479256 degrees West.
Nearby Towns and Cities
The towns of Pelzer and West Pelzer are about 2 miles (3.2 kilometers) north of Williamston. Anderson, which is the county seat, is about 15 miles (24 kilometers) southwest.
How Big is Williamston?
The town covers a total area of about 3.7 square miles (9.5 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 3.6 square miles (9.4 square kilometers), is land. A small part, about 0.04 square miles (0.1 square kilometers), is water.
How Many People Live in Williamston?
The number of people living in Williamston has changed over the years. Here's a look at the population counts from different U.S. Census reports:
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 935 | — | |
| 1900 | 991 | 6.0% | |
| 1910 | 1,957 | 97.5% | |
| 1920 | 2,322 | 18.7% | |
| 1930 | 2,235 | −3.7% | |
| 1940 | 2,509 | 12.3% | |
| 1950 | 2,782 | 10.9% | |
| 1960 | 3,721 | 33.8% | |
| 1970 | 3,991 | 7.3% | |
| 1980 | 4,310 | 8.0% | |
| 1990 | 3,876 | −10.1% | |
| 2000 | 3,791 | −2.2% | |
| 2010 | 3,934 | 3.8% | |
| 2020 | 4,043 | 2.8% | |
| 2022 (est.) | 4,148 | 5.4% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
Who Lives in Williamston? (2020 Census)
In 2020, there were 4,043 people living in Williamston. These people lived in 1,963 households, and 1,092 of these were families.
The table below shows the different groups of people living in Williamston according to the 2020 census:
| Race | Number of People | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic or Latino) | 3,117 | 77.1% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic or Latino) | 517 | 12.79% |
| Native American | 23 | 0.57% |
| Asian | 6 | 0.15% |
| Pacific Islander | 1 | 0.02% |
| Other/Mixed (two or more races) | 145 | 3.59% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 234 | 5.79% |
Schools in Williamston
Public schools in the Williamston area are managed by Anderson District One. This district provides education for students from elementary to high school.
Elementary Schools
There are several public elementary schools in Anderson District One. These include Cedar Grove, Powdersville, Concrete Primary, Spearman, Hunt Meadows, West Pelzer, Palmetto, and Wren Elementary.
Middle Schools
For middle school students, the options are Palmetto Middle, Wren Middle, and Powdersville Middle.
High Schools
High school students attend Palmetto High School, Palmetto High Freshman Academy, Powdersville High School, Wren High School, or Wren High School Freshman Academy.
Public Library
Williamston also has a public library. It is a part of the Anderson County Library System, where you can borrow books and use other resources.
Emergency Services in Williamston
The town of Williamston has several important services to keep its residents safe. These include medical, fire, and law enforcement teams.
Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
Anderson County EMS provides paramedic-level medical help using special quick response vehicles. For basic medical transport, Medshore Ambulance Service helps out through a contract with Anderson County.
Fire and Rescue Services
The Williamston Fire Department provides fire and rescue services. This department is mostly made up of volunteers, but it has a full-time fire chief. Other fire departments nearby also help Williamston when needed. These include West Pelzer, South Greenville, Piedmont, Wren, Belton, Cheddar, and Whitefield Fire Departments.
Law Enforcement
The Williamston Police Department keeps the town safe. If they need extra help, the Anderson County Sheriff's Office, Belton Police Department, and West Pelzer Police Department can assist. The Williamston Police also help these other agencies when asked.
See also
- In Spanish: Williamston para niños
