South Carolina's congressional districts

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== South Carolina's Congressional Districts ==

South Carolina's congressional districts are the geographic areas within the state from which members are elected to the United States House of Representatives. The state of South Carolina is currently divided into seven congressional districts, each represented by a member of the House.

History

South Carolina has had a varying number of congressional districts since it was admitted to the Union in 1788. The number of districts has changed over time due to population shifts and the results of the census conducted every ten years.

Current Districts

As of the most recent redistricting following the 2020 Census, South Carolina is divided into the following seven congressional districts:

• 1st District: This district includes the coastal areas of the state, including Charleston and Beaufort.
• 2nd District: This district covers parts of central South Carolina, including Columbia.
• 3rd District: This district encompasses the northwestern part of the state, including Anderson and Greenwood.
• 4th District: This district includes the cities of Greenville and Spartanburg.
• 5th District: This district covers the northern part of the state, including Rock Hill and Sumter.
• 6th District: This district includes parts of central and eastern South Carolina, including Florence and Orangeburg.
• 7th District: This district covers the northeastern part of the state, including Myrtle Beach and Conway.

Redistricting

Redistricting in South Carolina is conducted by the South Carolina General Assembly. The process is influenced by population data from the Census Bureau and aims to ensure equal representation based on population changes.

Political Representation

The political landscape of South Carolina's congressional districts has historically been varied, with representation from both the Republican and Democratic parties. The current delegation consists of six Republicans and one Democrat.

Related Pages

• United States congressional apportionment
• United States House of Representatives
• South Carolina General Assembly
• United States Census Bureau
• Redistricting in the United States