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Red Bank, SC

Red Bank is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in Lexington County, South Carolina, United States. It is part of the Columbia, South Carolina Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Red Bank is located just east of the center of Lexington County at 33°55′55″N 81°13′49″W (33.932005, -81.230211). It is bordered to the north by Lexington, the county seat, and to the south by the White Knoll CDP. South Carolina Highway 6 (S. Lake Drive) is the main road through town, leading north 3.5 miles (5.6 km) to the center of Lexington and south 5.5 miles (8.9 km) to Edmund. Platt Springs Road (South Carolina Highway 602 east of SC-6) forms the border between Red Bank and White Knoll. Highway 602 leads northeast 11 miles (18 km) to West Columbia.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the Red Bank CDP has a total area of 12.0 square miles (31.2 km²), of which 11.8 square miles (30.6 km²) are land and 0.2 square miles (0.6 km²), or 1.85%, are water. Red Bank Creek, an east-flowing tributary of Congaree Creek and part of the Congaree River watershed, passes just south of the original town center. Crystal Lake and Saxe-Gotha Millpond are two small reservoirs impounding the creek.

The median income for a household in the CDP was $42,072, and the median income for a family was $50,838. Males had a median income of $36,347 versus $26,016 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $18,664. About 5.8% of families and 7.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.1% of those under age 18 and 7.2% of those age 65 or over.

Red Bank places a strong emphasis on health and wellness, with several healthcare facilities serving the community. Lexington Medical Center, located nearby, offers comprehensive medical services, including primary care, specialty care, and emergency services. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Lexington County 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 Dynamic Health and Fitness and Anytime Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Red Bank, such as the Cathedral Aisle Trail and Wateree Passage (Palmetto Trail). These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top Sites in Red Bank, SC are Saluda Shoals Park, Riverbanks Botanical Garden, Riverwalk Park & Amphitheater.

Population: 10,544 (2022). ZIP Code: 29073. Area codes: 803, 839. Elevation: 341 ft (104 m). Area: 12.76 sq mi (33.05 km²).

FAQs

Is Red Bank, SC a good place to live?

Living in Red Bank offers residents a suburban rural mix feel and most residents own their homes. Many families and young professionals live in Red Bank and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Red Bank are above average.

What county is Red Bank, SC?

Red Bank is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in Lexington County, South Carolina, United States. The population was 9,617 at the 2010 census, up from 8,811 at the 2000 census. It is part of the Columbia, South Carolina Metropolitan Statistical Area.

What is being built in Red Bank, SC?

Lexington County's Red Bank area is undergoing further retail growth with the upcoming development of a mixed-use shopping center called Platt Springs Crossing. Platt Springs Crossing will feature 15 businesses, including Lowes Foods, Panda Express, and Planet Fitness. The development is still in Phase I, with businesses planning on opening in early 2025.

Sources

Lexington County

Wikipedia

Lexington Medical Center

Lexington County Parks and Recreation Department 

Dynamic Health and Fitness 

Anytime Fitness

Cathedral Aisle Trail 

Wateree Passage (Palmetto Trail)

Saluda Shoals Park

Riverbanks Botanical Garden

Riverwalk Park & Amphitheater

Niche

Caroline News and Reporter

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