Pendleton, South Carolina

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Town in Anderson County, South Carolina, United States

Pendleton, South Carolina

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Name	Pendleton, South Carolina
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Pendleton is a town in Anderson County, South Carolina, United States. The population was 3,287 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Anderson Metropolitan Statistical Area.

History

Pendleton was founded in 1790 and named after Judge Henry Pendleton. The town is known for its historic district, which includes the Pendleton Historic District, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The district features a number of significant buildings, including the Farmers' Hall and Hunter's Store.

Geography

Pendleton is located at

   
       34°39 
       9°N
   

. According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 3.8 square miles (9.8 km²), all land.

Demographics

As of the 2020 census, there were 3,287 people, 1,400 households, and 800 families residing in the town. The population density was 865.5 people per square mile (334.2/km²). The racial makeup of the town was 75.6% White, 19.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 1.2% Asian, and 3.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.5% of the population.

Education

Pendleton is served by the Anderson School District 4. The town is home to Pendleton High School and several elementary and middle schools. Tri-County Technical College is also located nearby, providing higher education opportunities to the residents.

Notable People

• John C. Calhoun, the 7th Vice President of the United States, lived in Pendleton.
• Thomas Green Clemson, founder of Clemson University, also resided in Pendleton.

Points of Interest

• Pendleton Historic District
• Farmers' Hall
• Hunter's Store
• Ashtabula
• Woodburn

Related Pages

• Anderson County, South Carolina
• Clemson, South Carolina
• Anderson, South Carolina
• Tri-County Technical College
• Pendleton Historic District

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