Williamston
Town in Anderson County, South Carolina

Williamston is a town in Anderson County, South Carolina, with 4,043 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 814 ft (248 m) above sea level. The nearest town is West Pelzer, 1.8 miles N.
- 4,043residents (2020 Census)
- 814 ftelevation · 248 m
- 3.8 sq miland area · 9.8 km²
- 1,067 / sq mipopulation density
- 29697ZIP code
About Williamston
Williamston is a town in Anderson County, South Carolina. The population was 4,043 at the 2020 census.
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Living in Williamston
- Median household income
- $64,389
- Median home value
- $162,800
- Median rent
- $899/mo
- Median age
- 38.9
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Williamston had 4,043 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 4,043 |
|---|---|
| Density | 1,067 per sq mi (412 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Williamston at a glance
| State | South Carolina (SC) |
|---|---|
| County | Anderson County |
| Type | Town |
| Population | 4,043 (2020) |
| Land area | 3.79 sq mi (9.8 km²) |
| Water area | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km²) |
| Elevation | 814 ft (248 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.6191° N, 82.4804° W |
| ZIP code | 29697 |
| Official website | williamstonsc.us |
| Census code (GEOID) | 4577875 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Williamston
- West Pelzer1.8 mi N
- Pelzer2.0 mi NE
- Ware Place5.4 mi E
- Piedmont6.0 mi N
- Belton6.7 mi S
- Golden Grove7.5 mi N
- Powdersville11.2 mi N
- Anderson11.5 mi SW
- Northlake12.1 mi W
- Gantt12.1 mi N
- Conestee12.4 mi NE
- Honea Path12.8 mi SE
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Williamston
What county is Williamston in?
Williamston is in Anderson County, South Carolina.
What is the population of Williamston, SC?
4,043 people lived in Williamston at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Williamston, SC?
The ZIP code of Williamston is 29697.
What is the elevation of Williamston?
814 feet (248 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Williamston?
West Pelzer (1.8 mi), Pelzer (2.0 mi), Ware Place (5.4 mi), Piedmont (6.0 mi), Belton (6.7 mi).
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