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West Union, SC

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Population
395
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
990 ft
Median Home Value
$147,700
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$758/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$48,393
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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OverallBest places in South CarolinaPopulation rankingHighest population places in South CarolinaNearest larger communityClemson, South Carolina14 miles away · 18,941 residents.

About West Union

Tucked into the Blue Ridge foothills of Oconee County, West Union is a quiet Upstate community with fewer than 400 residents. It sits right along Scenic Highway 11, placing you in a sweet spot between mountain recreation and lake life. Lake Keowee is only a short drive to the east, while the neighboring town of Walhalla sits directly to the west, giving you quick access to local shops, dining, and essential services while keeping your home base peaceful and unhurried.

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Life here revolves around the outdoors and easy regional connections. You can spend weekends exploring mountain waterfalls, boating on the lake, or taking a quick 20-minute drive down to Clemson for dinner and college game days. The town itself features quiet residential streets, wooded lots, and a relaxed foothill atmosphere that appeals to anyone looking for a slower pace with plenty of open space.

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Lower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow PopulationA+100.0ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA96.7rating

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