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Clemson, SC

Clemson is a city in Pickens and Anderson counties in the U.S. state of South Carolina. Clemson is adjacent to Clemson University, and is identified with it; in 2015, the Princeton Review cited the town of Clemson as ranking #1 in the United States for "town-and-gown" relations with its resident university. The population of the city was 17,681 at the 2020 census. Clemson is part of the Greenville-Anderson-Greer, SC Metropolitan Statistical Area, which is also included in the Greenville-Spartanburg-Anderson, SC Combined Statistical Area.

Clemson is located at 34°41′6″N 82°48′53″W (34.684930, −82.814777) approximately 27 miles (43 km) west of downtown Greenville and 15 miles (24 km) north of Anderson. The city is situated near the northwestern corner of South Carolina in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains while also on the shores of Lake Hartwell.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has an area of 7.9 square miles (20.5 km²), of which 7.5 square miles (19.3 km²) is land and 0.46 square miles (1.2 km²), or 5.85%, is water.

European Americans settled here after the Cherokee were forced to cede their land in 1819. They had lived at Keowee, and six other towns along the Keowee River as part of their traditional homelands in the Southeast. They migrated and settled in Tennessee and deeper into Georgia and Alabama before most were subjected to forced Indian Removal in 1839 to Indian Territory (now Oklahoma).

The community was originally named Calhoun. Clemson University, founded in 1889, has developed as a large public university that dominates the town and serves as a cultural center. Its campus developed south of the original town. This was renamed Clemson in 1943, reflecting its identification with the university. A small, multi-block downtown has some housing, retail, and restaurants.

The university provides housing for students, but many students live off campus in a wide variety of apartment complexes. Outside the downtown, there are few paved sidewalks, but some streets have bike paths. The city's comprehensive plan[11] has a historic preservation component to apply to keep a range of structures in the area.

The Clemson (train) Depot, built in 1893, was renovated in 2001; it now houses the local chamber of commerce and visitor center. The station was temporarily closed in 2016 for a road project but was reopened in 2019. U.S. Route 123 runs along the northern end of the city and its edges have been developed with typical suburban-style shopping centers.

Health and wellness are paramount in Clemson, with the city offering various amenities and services to support the well-being of its residents. The Foothills Community Health Care stands as a cornerstone in providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Clemson Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Max Fitness, Douthit Hills Fitness Center, and Clemson Fitness Company. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Clemson, such as the Doyle Bottom and Chicken Loop, and Byrd Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Clemson, SC are Memorial Stadium, Littlejohn Coliseum, and Fran Hanson Visitor's Center.

Population: 17,838 (2023). ZIP codes: 29631-29634. Area code(s): 864. Elevation: 725 ft (221 m). Area: 8.15 sq mi (21.11 km²).

FAQs

Is Clemson, SC a nice place to live?

Clemson is in Pickens County and is one of the best places to live in South Carolina. Living in Clemson offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents rent their homes. In Clemson, there are a lot of bars and parks. Many young professionals live in Clemson and residents tend to be conservative. 

Is Clemson, SC safe?

The crime rate in Clemson is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 29 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Clemson is 1 in 35. Based on FBI crime data, Clemson is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to South Carolina, Clemson has a crime rate that is higher than 65% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

What is the ethnicity of  Clemson, SC?

Clemson, SC is home to a population of 17.6k people, of which 94.1% are citizens. As of 2022, 7.75% of Clemson, SC residents were born outside of the country (1.36k people). In 2022, there were 9.43 times more White (Non-Hispanic) residents (13.9k people) in Clemson, SC than any other race or ethnicity. There were 1.47k Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) and 1.13k Asian (Non-Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

Sources

Wikipedia

Pickens County

Foothills Community Health Care

Clemson Parks and Recreation Department 

Max Fitness 

Douthit Hills Fitness Center 

Clemson Fitness Company

Doyle Bottom and Chicken Loop 

Byrd Trail

Memorial Stadium

Littlejohn Coliseum

Fran Hanson Visitor's Center

Niche

Neighborhoodscout

Data USA

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