Georgetown County, South Carolina

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County in South Carolina, United States

Georgetown County

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Georgetown County is a county located in the U.S. state of South Carolina. As of the 2020 census, the population was 63,131. The county seat is Georgetown. The county was founded in 1769 and is named after King George III.

Geography

According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 1,035 square miles (2,680 km²), of which 814 square miles (2,110 km²) is land and 221 square miles (570 km²) (21.4%) is water. The county is part of the Grand Strand region, a popular tourist destination.

Adjacent counties

• Horry County - northeast
• Marion County - north
• Williamsburg County - west
• Charleston County - southwest
• Berkeley County - southwest

National protected areas

• Waccamaw National Wildlife Refuge
• Francis Marion National Forest (part)

Demographics

As of the 2020 census, there were 63,131 people, 25,000 households, and 16,000 families residing in the county. The population density was 77.5 people per square mile (30/km²). The racial makeup of the county was 63.5% White, 32.1% Black or African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.6% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 3.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.5% of the population.

Economy

The economy of Georgetown County is diverse, with significant contributions from tourism, manufacturing, and agriculture. The International Paper mill and ArcelorMittal steel mill are major employers in the area. The county is also known for its rice and indigo plantations, which were historically significant.

Education

Georgetown County is served by the Georgetown County School District, which includes several elementary, middle, and high schools. Coastal Carolina University and Horry-Georgetown Technical College provide higher education opportunities in the region.

Transportation

Major highways in Georgetown County include:

• U.S. Route 17
• U.S. Route 701
• South Carolina Highway 51
• South Carolina Highway 41

The Georgetown County Airport provides general aviation services.

Communities

City

• Georgetown

Towns

• Andrews
• Pawleys Island

Census-designated places

• Murrells Inlet
• Litchfield Beach

Unincorporated communities

• Plantersville
• Sampit
• Yauhannah

Notable people

• Joseph H. Rainey, the first African-American to serve in the United States House of Representatives
• Thomas Lynch Jr., a signer of the Declaration of Independence

See also

• National Register of Historic Places listings in Georgetown County, South Carolina
• List of counties in South Carolina

External links

• Official website