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Moncks Corner, SC

Moncks Corner is a town in and the county seat of Berkeley County, South Carolina, United States. The population was 7,885 at the 2010 census. As defined by the U.S. Census Bureau, Moncks Corner is included within the Charleston-North Charleston, SC Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Settled by indigenous peoples for thousands of years, the area of Moncks Corner was occupied by the historic Edistow people, a sub-tribe of the Cusabo tribes. Its various bands shared a language distinct from that of the major language families in the present-day state: Algonquian, Siouan, and Iroquoian, including Cherokee. Although now extinct as a tribe, Etiwan, Edisto, Cherokee, and Catawba descendants make up the eight families of the Wassamasaw Tribe of Varnertown Indians, a community located between Moncks Corner and Summerville. The 1,500-member tribe was recognized by the state as an Indian Tribe in 2009.

During the colonial era, Moncks Corner became a major settlement area for French Protestant Huguenots, who came to South Carolina between 1684 and 1688 as refugees due to religious persecution in France. Many family surnames in Berkeley and adjacent counties are of French origin. The Huguenots soon began to intermarry with the English colonists.

The town of Moncks Corner dates back to 1728 and is named for landowner Thomas Monck, a slaveholder who branded his runaway slaves on their chests with his name "T Monck." The town began as a trading post with a few taverns and stores. The Battle of Monck's Corner was fought here in 1780, associated with the Siege of Charleston.

Moncks Corner is located near the center of Berkeley County at 33°12′N 80°0′W (33.1966, -80.0067). Its boundary extends east to the West Branch of the Cooper River, 3 miles (5 km) south of the outlet of Lake Moultrie.

US 52 is the main highway through the town, leading south 32 miles (51 km) to Charleston and north 80 miles (130 km) to Florence. US 17 Alt also passes through the town, leading east 49 miles (79 km) to Georgetown and southwest 16 miles (26 km) to Summerville. SC 6 leads northwest from Moncks Corner along the south and west sides of Lakes Moultrie and Marion 39 miles (63 km) to I-95 at Santee.

According to the United States Census Bureau, Moncks Corner has a total area of 7.4 square miles (19.2 km²), of which 7.3 square miles (18.9 km²) is land and 0.12 square miles (0.3 km²), or 1.81%, is water.

Moncks Corner places a strong emphasis on health and wellness. Moncks Corner Medical Center offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Planet Fitness offers comprehensive fitness programs including cardio, strength training, and group exercise classes. Starboard CrossFit is perfect for those looking for high-intensity training and community support. Milo Chiropractic offers holistic treatments to enhance physical health and alleviate pain. PALMETTO X-TREME – DANCE STUDIO offers dance classes that promote physical fitness. For those interested in martial arts, Lionheart MMA and Fitness offers classes for all ages.

Top sites in Moncks Corner, SC are Old Santee Canal Park, Berkeley County Museum, and Cypress Gardens

Population: 18,359 (2024). ZIP codes: 29430, 29461. Area codes: 843, 854. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Area: 7.4 square miles (19.2 km²)

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Is Moncks Corner, SC a nice place to live?

Moncks Corner is in Berkeley County. Living in Moncks Corner offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many families live in Moncks Corner and residents tend to have moderate political views. The public schools in Moncks Corner are above average.

How did Moncks Corner, SC get its name?

The town of Moncks Corner dates back to 1728 and is named for landowner Thomas Monck, a slaveholder who branded his runaway slaves on their chests with his name "T Monck." The town began as a trading post with a few taverns and stores. The Battle of Monck's Corner was fought here in 1780, associated with the Siege of Charleston.

What happens at Moncks Corner, SC?

A British victory, the Battle of Monck’s Corner on April 14, 1780, successfully cut off Patriot communication to the city of Charleston, South Carolina, and dispersed Patriot reinforcements. This victory allowed the British to lay siege to Charleston with limited outside interference. Monck’s Corner was a humiliating defeat for the Patriots, ultimately leading to the fall of Charleston, South Carolina on May 12, 1780.  

Sources

Wikipedia

Town of Moncks Corner

Niche

Battlefields

Old Santee Canal Park

Berkeley County Museum

Cypress Gardens

Moncks Corner Medical Center 

Planet Fitness

Starboard CrossFit 

Milo Chiropractic 

PALMETTO X-TREME – DANCE STUDIO

Lionheart MMA and Fitness

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