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Florence is a city located in Florence County in northeastern South Carolina. With a population of 38,786 as of 2021, Florence is the county seat and largest city of Florence County. The city lies at the intersection of Interstate 95 and Interstate 20 and serves as a major hub for economic activity in the Pee Dee region of South Carolina.

History

Florence was founded in 1871 as a railroad center during the Reconstruction Era. It was named after Florence Harllee, the daughter of William W. Harllee, president of the Wilmington and Manchester Railroad. Florence quickly grew into a major distribution point for goods moving between New York City and Miami. The discovery of large underground deposits of salt in the 1800s further contributed to Florence's economic expansion. For more on the history of Florence, visit the Florence, South Carolina Wikipedia page.

Population

According to the 2020 US Census, Florence had a population of 38,786 residents, making it the 8th largest city in South Carolina. Florence forms the core of a metropolitan statistical area consisting of Florence and its suburbs which had an estimated population of 205,566 as of 2021. Florence has seen steady population growth since the 1970s. The racial makeup of the city is roughly 50% African American, 45% White, and 5% Hispanic/Latino.

Economy

Some of the major employers in Florence include McCall Farms (904 South Cashua Drive, Florence, SC 29501, (843) 662-6011), the Florence County Health Department (145 East Cheves Street, Florence, SC 29506, (843) 661-4830), and Honda (2021 Honda Way, Timmonsville, SC 29161, (843) 346-3100). Other important industries in the Florence area include healthcare, education, manufacturing, agriculture, and retail. The city serves as a hub for banking and finance in the Pee Dee region. Major companies headquartered in Florence include Giant Cement, Biltrite Rubber, and Mars Petcare. For more on the economy and major employers in Florence, visit the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce website.

Landmarks

Some notable landmarks in Florence include:

Tourism

Some top attractions for visitors to Florence include the Florence County Museum, the Florence Museum of Art, Science and History, the Rainwater Gardens, and Riverbanks Zoo & Garden. The city hosts several annual festivals and events including the Florence After 5 summer concert series, the Florence Festival of Books, and the Fourth on the Front Independence Day Celebration. For more on things to see and do in Florence, visit the Florence Convention & Visitors Bureau website.

Public Library

The Florence County Library system serves the city and county of Florence. The main branch is the Doctors Bruce and Lee Foundation Library located at 509 South Dargan Street, Florence, SC 29506, (843) 292-7363.

Public Transportation

Public transit in Florence is provided by the Pee Dee Regional Transportation Authority (PDRTA). They operate regular bus routes around the city as well as on-demand transit services.

Florence County

Florence is located in Florence County, South Carolina. The county government is based at the Florence County Complex located at 180 N. Irby Street, Florence, SC 29501, (843) 665-3050. According to the 2020 Census, Florence County had a population of 138,293 residents making it the 12th most populous county in South Carolina. The county was established in 1888 and encompasses approximately 800 square miles.

School Districts

Public schools in Florence are managed by the Florence School District 1 and the Florence School District 2. There are also several private schools in the city including Trinity Collegiate School and Florence Christian School.

Local Resources

Sports

Florence is home to the Florence RedWolves, a minor league baseball team that plays at Sparrow Stadium.

Facebook

You can find more about what's happening in Florence by following the City of Florence Facebook page.


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