Gaston, South Carolina
Gaston: human settlement in Lexington County, South Carolina, United States of America.
About
Gaston is a city located in the county of Lexington in the U.S. state of South Carolina. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,645 and a population density of 120 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,712 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Gaston
| Population | 1,712 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | South Carolina (United States) |
| County | Lexington County |
| Postal code | 29053 |
| Phone Area Codes | 803 |
| Area | 13.76 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 33.8171,-81.1009 |
| Altitude | 499 feet / 152 meters |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 17:07:24 (17th September 2026) |
| Density | 124 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 4.07% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 63℉ Clear 7-days weather |
Geography
Gaston is located at 33°49'2"N 81°6'3"W (33.8171000, -81.1009300).
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Weather
Clear, with a low around 63. East wind around 2 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Gaston increased by 4.07% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,645 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,642 | -0.18% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,657 | 0.91% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,661 | 0.24% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,669 | 0.48% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,679 | 0.6% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,685 | 0.36% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,685 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,689 | 0.24% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,699 | 0.59% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,712 | 0.77% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Gaston, SC. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 218353 | Midlands Technical College | West Columbia (SC) | 29170-2176 |
Nearby Transit Stations (4)
Rail and bus stations connected to Gaston, SC. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| CLB | Columbia | 850 Pulaski Street | RAIL |
| DNK | Denmark | 200 West Baruch Street | RAIL |
| CAM | Camden | 1060 West Dekalb Street | RAIL |
| KTR | Kingstree | 101 East Main St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Gaston.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Gaston Post Office | Gaston (SC) | 29053 |
Other cities in Lexington County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Lexington County , SC.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Lexington | 22,716 | Town in Lexington County, South Carolina, United States |
| West Columbia | 18,109 | City in Lexington County, South Carolina, United States of America |
| Seven Oaks | 15,144 | City in Lexington County, South Carolina, United States |
| Cayce | 13,994 | City in Lexington and Richland counties in South Carolina, United States |
| Irmo | 12,734 | Town |
| Batesburg-Leesville | 5,402 | City in South Carolina, United States of America |
| South Congaree | 2,485 | Town in Lexington County, South Carolina, United States |
| Chapin | 1,664 | Town in Lexington County, South Carolina, USA |
Distance to Other Cities
Gaston distances to largest South Carolina cities