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Laurens, SC

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Population
9,327
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
613 ft
Median Home Value
$180,700
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$833/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$49,246
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 communitySimpsonville, South Carolina21 miles away · 28,459 residents.

About Laurens

Laurens is a city and the county seat of Laurens County, South Carolina, situated in the state's Upstate region. Named after merchant Henry Laurens, the historic community of approximately 9,336 features the Laurens County Public Library. Public education for local primary and secondary students is administered by Laurens County School District 55.

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Lower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingSmall Town FitA+99.1ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA96.9rating

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