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Lexington, SC

Lexington is the most populous town in the county seat of Lexington County, South Carolina, United States. It is a suburb of the state capital, Columbia. The population was 23,568 at the 2020 Census, and it is the second-most populous municipality in the greater Columbia area. The 2022 estimated population is 24,626. According to the Central Midlands Council of Governments, the greater Lexington area had an estimated population of 111,549 in 2020 and is considered the fastest-growing area in the Midlands. Lexington's town limits are bordered to the east by the city of West Columbia.

In 1735, the colonial government of King George II established 11 townships in backcountry South Carolina to encourage settlement and to provide a buffer between Native American tribes to the west and colonial plantations in the Lowcountry. The townships included one named Saxe Gotha, which flourished with major crops of corn, wheat, tobacco, hemp, and flax as well as beeswax and livestock, and its residents were primarily of German and Swiss heritage. Two major Native American trails existed in the area: the Cherokee Path, the primary route of English and Scots traders from Charlestown to Native Americans in the Appalachian Mountains, and the Occaneechi Path, which connected natives from the Chesapeake Bay region to North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia.

In 1785, the name Saxe Gotha was replaced with Lexington County, commemorating the Battles of Lexington and Concord in Massachusetts. In 1781, the Battle of Muddy Springs was fought to the south of the present-day town, and the Battle of Tarrar Springs was fought within the present-day town limits.

Lexington is located in northeastern Lexington County at 33°58′52″N 81°13′51″W (33.980975, -81.230839). According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 12.0 square miles (31.0 km²), of which 11.9 square miles (30.7 km²) are land and 0.2 square miles (0.4 km²), or 1.21%, is water. The town is drained on the north by Fourteenmile Creek and on the south by Twelvemile Creek, both northeast-flowing tributaries of the Saluda River. Lexington is 12 miles (19 km) west of Columbia, South Carolina's state capital and second-largest city.

Health and wellness are paramount in Lexington, with the city offering various amenities and services to support the well-being of its residents. The Lexington Medical Center stands as a cornerstone in providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Lexington 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 StrongHER, Dynamic Health and Fitness, and Wolf's Fitness Center. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Lexington, such as the Blue Trail and Lake Murray Dam. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Lexington, SC are Lexington County Museum, Virginia Hylton Park, and Icehouse Amphitheater.

Population: 24,626 (2022). Area code(s): 803, 839. Elevation: 394 ft (120 m). ZIP Code: 29071. Area: 12.0 square miles (31.0 km²).

FAQs

Is Lexington, SC a good place to live?

Lexington is a suburb of Columbia with a population of 23,665. Lexington is in Lexington County and is one of the best places to live in South Carolina. Living in Lexington offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Lexington, there are a lot of parks.

What state is Lexington, SC in?

Lexington County, central South Carolina, U.S. It lies between the North Fork Edisto River to the southwest and the city of Columbia and the Congaree River to the east. The county is also drained by the Saluda River, which is impounded by the Saluda Dam to form Lake Murray. Lexington County’s southernmost portion lies in gently rolling Coastal Plain terrain, the central portions lie in Fall Line hills, and the northern sections, with pine and hardwood forests, fall in the Piedmont.

Is Lexington, SC expensive to live in?

The cost of living in Lexington, KY is 1% lower than the state average and 8% lower than the national average. Lexington, KY housing is 26% cheaper than the U.S. average, while utilities are about 4% pricier. When it comes to necessities such as food and clothing, groceries are around 1% more in Lexington, KY than in the rest of the country, while clothing costs around 1% more.

Sources

Wikipedia

Town of Lexington

Lexington Medical Center 

Lexington Parks and Recreation Department

StrongHER

Dynamic Health and Fitness 

Wolf's Fitness Center

Blue Trail 

Lake Murray Dam

Lexington County Museum

Virginia Hylton Park

Icehouse Amphitheater

Niche

Britannica

RentCafe

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