Map of South Carolina Counties

South Carolina is divided into 46 counties. Use the interactive maps below to explore counties and their boundaries. Download free maps or learn more about creating a custom map of South Carolina to visualize your own data.

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South Carolina Counties: Key Facts

  • Number of counties: 46
  • Largest county by area: Berkeley County - 1,229 square miles (3,183 km²)
  • Smallest county by area: Calhoun County - 382 square miles (988 km²)
  • Most populous county: Greenville County - 525,534 residents (2020)
  • Least populous county: Allendale County - 8,039 residents (2020)
  • Counties with major urban centers: Greenville (Greenville County), Columbia (Richland County), Charleston (Charleston County), Spartanburg (Spartanburg County), Myrtle Beach (Horry County)
  • State capital location: Richland County (Columbia)
  • Neighboring states: North Carolina, Georgia
  • Coastline: Atlantic Ocean
  • Time zone: Eastern Time Zone (ET)

Interesting and Fun Facts

  • Horry County is known for Myrtle Beach, a popular tourist destination along the Grand Strand.
  • Greenville & Spartanburg counties form part of the I-85 industrial corridor, a significant manufacturing region.
  • Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester counties comprise the historic Lowcountry region.
  • York County includes Rock Hill, an area experiencing rapid growth as part of the Charlotte metro region.

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Custom Map Features

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This map is divided into 46 counties.

Updates

Oct 2, 2025:

  • Improved map quality
  • Added support for surrounding areas and lakes

Aug 26, 2024:

  • Added map of South Carolina Counties

Frequently Asked Questions

South Carolina has 46 counties, serving as the primary local government units for administration and public services.

The largest county is Berkeley County, covering 1,229 square miles (3,183 km²). The smallest is Calhoun County, with 382 square miles (988 km²).

Greenville County is the most populous, with 525,534 residents in 2020.

Allendale County is the least populous, with 8,039 residents in 2020.

You can use Ultimaps to create custom maps of South Carolina. Color-code counties manually or upload data, place pins, customize look and feel, and export to PNG, PDF, or SVG.