Williston, SC

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Population
2,898
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
353 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$105,100
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$677/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$39,484
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
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Williston is a quiet, friendly small town in Barnwell County along U.S. Route 78. Originally founded as an important railroad stop back in the 1830s, the community grew up along one of the nation's earliest rail lines. While the tracks are gone today, the town maintains a relaxed, classic Southern character. Residents enjoy a peaceful rural setting with convenient highway connections, putting Aiken just twenty miles to the west and Augusta within an easy commute.

Daily life revolves around the historic Main Street area, where local shops, town offices, and longtime staples sit side by side. The Williston Public Library still serves the community from a handsome 1912 school annex, and landmarks like the Ashley-Willis House reflect the town's enduring history. Between the close-knit Williston-Elko schools, friendly neighborhood gatherings, and dedicated volunteer services, Williston offers newcomers a comfortable, affordable pace of living with a strong sense of community.

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