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Central, SC

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Population
5,298
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
906 ft
Median Home Value
$256,600
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$876/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$60,258
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in South CarolinaPopulation rankingHighest population places in South CarolinaNearest larger communityClemson, South Carolina3.4 miles away · 18,941 residents.

About Central

Central is a town in Pickens County, South Carolina, named for its historic position as the midway point between Atlanta and Charlotte along the former railway line. Home to Southern Wesleyan University, the community of approximately 5,320 is served by the School District of Pickens County for public primary and secondary education.

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Lower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingBright SkiesA96.6ratingLow PopulationA94.7rating

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