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Hanahan, SC

Hanahan is a city in Berkeley County, South Carolina, United States. Portions of the Naval Weapons Station Charleston, including the Naval Consolidated Brig Charleston, are located in Hanahan. As defined by the U.S. Office of Management and Budget, and used by the U.S. Census Bureau for statistical purposes only, Hanahan is included within the Charleston-North Charleston-Summerville metropolitan area and the Charleston-North Charleston Urbanized Area.

Hanahan is located at the very south end of Berkeley County, and its city limits on the west and south sides are contiguous with the county line between Berkeley and Charleston counties. It was incorporated as a city in 1973. Hanahan is bordered on the west and south by the city of North Charleston. To the east is the old Naval Weapons Station, which was formerly a submarine base, and is still federal property. A very small portion of this federal base is actually in Hanahan's city limits. Among other uses of the former submarine base, the Naval Consolidated Brig is there, as is the Navy's Nuclear Power School. To the east and north is the city of Goose Creek, as well as unincorporated portions of Berkeley County.

CSX Transportation has a main north-south track that runs along Hanahan's west city limit. Hanahan is primarily a residential city. It does have quite several major warehouses in the northeast and southeast portions of the city, most of whose business is tied directly to the Port of Charleston, aeronautics, logistics, and the defense industries. There are two commercial districts, one in the southernmost section of the city and another in Tanner Plantation. There has been some commercial development in the area known as Tanner Plantation, a primarily residential portion of the city that has developed over about the last 15 years. Hanahan's proximity to rail and major roadways makes it an ideal place for cargo warehousing.

The Otranto Plantation was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 11.5 square miles (29.8 km²), of which 10.7 square miles (27.7 km²) is land and 0.81 square miles (2.1 km²), or 7.14%, is water.

The form of government is the council. The council is the governing body of the city, with the city administrator being hired by, and serving at the pleasure of, the city council. The council and mayor are elected by the voters. The mayor is a first among equals on the council, presiding over council meetings and representing the city at official functions. The council hires and fires department heads. The mayor and council members, though paid a small salary, are not full-time, but are citizens with other jobs. The mayor of Hanahan is Christie Rainwater. She has been in office since December 2020.

Health and wellness are paramount in Hanahan, with the city offering various amenities and services to support the well-being of its residents. The Viviant Healthcare of Hanahan stands as a cornerstone in providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Hanahan 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 Mabeline Gym and Pivotal Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Hanahan, such as the Marrington Lake Loop and Hawk's Nest Park Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Hanahan, SC are Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, Goose Creek Reservoir, and Whirlin’ Waters Adventure Park.

Population: 20,325 (2020). ZIP Code: 29410. Area codes: 843, 854. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m).  Area: 11.55 sq mi (29.91 km²).

FAQs

Is Hanahan, SC a good place to live?

Hanahan is a suburb of Charleston with a population of 20,731. Hanahan is in Berkeley County and is one of the best places to live in South Carolina. Living in Hanahan offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes.

Is Hanahan, SC a safe place to live?

The crime rate in Hanahan is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 19 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 Hanahan is 1 in 52. Based on FBI crime data, Hanahan is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to South Carolina, Hanahan has a crime rate that is higher than 48% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

How did Hanahan, SC get its name?

The Atlantic Coast Line Railroad built a station at Highland Park which was named the Saxon Stop in 1719.  The name of Saxon Pumping Station and the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad Station at Highland Park was renamed Hanahan Pumping Station and Hanahan Stop after Mr. Ross Hanahan.  The reason for the name change was that there was a Saxon, North Carolina on the Atlantic Coast Line. 

Sources

Wikipedia - Hanahan, South Carolina

City of Hanahan

Viviant Healthcare of Hanahan 

Hanahan Parks and Recreation Department 

Mabeline Gym 

Pivotal FItness

Marrington Lake Loop 

Hawk's Nest Park Trail

Magnolia Plantation and Gardens

Goose Creek Reservoir

Whirlin’ Waters Adventure Park

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