Anderson County, South Carolina

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Anderson County
County of Anderson
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Country United States


SeatAnderson
Area
 • Total757 sq mi (1,960 km2)
 • Land715 sq mi (1,850 km2)
 • Water42 sq mi (110 km2)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total203,718
 • Density270/sq mi (100/km2)

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Anderson County is a county located in the U.S. state of South Carolina. As of the 2020 census, its population was 203,718. Its county seat is Anderson. The county was created in 1826 and named after Robert Anderson, a Revolutionary War hero.

History[edit | edit source]

Anderson County was formed in 1826 from land that was once part of the Cherokee territory. The county was named after Robert Anderson, a general in the American Revolutionary War. The city of Anderson, also known as "The Electric City," was the first city in the Southeast to have a continuous supply of electric power, earning it the nickname.

Geography[edit | edit source]

According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 757 square miles (1,960 km²), of which 715 square miles (1,850 km²) is land and 42 square miles (110 km²) (5.5%) is water. The county is part of the Piedmont region of the state.

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Demographics[edit | edit source]

As of the 2020 census, there were 203,718 people, 78,903 households, and 54,123 families residing in the county. The population density was 285 people per square mile (110/km²). The racial makeup of the county was 77.2% White, 18.2% Black or African American, 1.1% Asian, and 2.5% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.5% of the population.

Economy[edit | edit source]

Anderson County has a diverse economy with a mix of manufacturing, healthcare, and education sectors. Major employers include AnMed Health, Anderson University, and various manufacturing companies.

Education[edit | edit source]

The county is served by several school districts, including Anderson School Districts 1 through 5. Higher education institutions include Anderson University and Tri-County Technical College.

Transportation[edit | edit source]

Major highways in Anderson County include Interstate 85, U.S. Route 29, and U.S. Route 76. The county is also served by the Anderson Regional Airport.

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Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD