Walterboro, South Carolina
Walterboro: city in South Carolina
About
Walterboro is a city located in the county of Colleton in the U.S. state of South Carolina. Its population at the 2010 census was 5,398. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 5,343 inhabitants.
The city was created 243 years ago in 1782.
Quick Facts about Walterboro
| Population | 5,343 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | South Carolina (United States) |
| County | Colleton County |
| Postal code | 29488 |
| Phone Area Codes | 843 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 32.9052,-80.6668 |
| Altitude | 59 feet / 18 meters |
| Capital city | Walterboro is capital of Colleton County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1783 (243 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 17:53:06 (22nd April 2026) |
| Population growth | -1.03% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 83℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Walterboro is located at 32°54'19"N 80°40'0"W (32.9051700, -80.6667700).
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Official website of Walterboro
Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Walterboro decreased by 1.03% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 5,153 | - | census |
| 2010 | 5,398 | 4.54% | census |
| 2011 | 5,725 | 5.71% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 5,657 | -1.2% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 5,579 | -1.4% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 5,537 | -0.76% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 5,510 | -0.49% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 5,503 | -0.13% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 5,472 | -0.57% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 5,457 | -0.27% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 5,426 | -0.57% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 5,343 | -1.55% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Walterboro
1TripTors
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Services and Civic Places in Walterboro
1City of Walterboro City Hall
242 Hampton St, Walterboro, SC 29488 View details
Phone: +18437821000 | Website available
2SC Department of Education Colleton Bus Shop
407 Old Air Base Rd, Walterboro, SC 29488, United States View details
Phone: +18435495549 | Website available
People born in Walterboro (16)
People born in Walterboro, including United States government official and diplomat John Peurifoy, basketball player, coach Dean Meminger, football player Darwin Walker, .
More notable people
- Bonnie Lynn Fields (American actress (1944-2012)) she was born in 18/07/1944
- William Augustus Bootle (United States federal judge) he was born in 19/08/1902
- Young Scooter (rapper) he was born in 28/03/1986
- William Jones Boone (American bishop; first Bishop of Shanghai) he was born in 01/07/1811
- Austin Van Catterton, Sr. (Florida mayor, broadcaster, and musician) he was born in 26/01/1913
- Marvin Herman Shoob (United States federal judge) he was born in 23/02/1923
- Walton McLeod (American politician) he was born in 30/06/1937
- James David Whittemore (Judge on the U.S. District Court) he was born in 14/01/1952
- W. Brantley Harvey, Jr. (American lawyer and politician) he was born in 14/08/1930
- Peden B. McLeod he was born in 03/09/1940
- Mary Shaffer (American artist) she was born in 03/10/1947
- Margie Bright Matthews she was born in 10/02/1963
- Vernon Padgett (American equestrian) he was born in 26/01/1894
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Walterboro, SC. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 217794 | Charleston Cosmetology Institute | Charleston (SC) | 29420 |
Nearby Transit Stations (5)
Rail and bus stations connected to Walterboro, SC. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| YEM | Yemassee | 9 Main Street | RAIL |
| CHS | Charleston, South Carolina | 4565 Gaynor Avenue | RAIL |
| DNK | Denmark | 200 West Baruch Street | RAIL |
| SAV | Savannah | 2611 Seaboard Coastline Drive | RAIL |
| KTR | Kingstree | 101 East Main St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Walterboro.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Walterbor Post Office | Walterboro (SC) | 29488 |
Other cities in Colleton County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Colleton County , SC.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Jonesville | 819 | City in South Carolina, United States |
| Cottageville | 747 | Human settlement in Colleton County, South Carolina, United States of America |
| Edisto Beach | 402 | Human settlement in Colleton County, South Carolina, United States of America |
| Smoaks | 117 | Human settlement in Colleton County, South Carolina, United States of America |
| Lodge | 111 | Town in South Carolina, USA |
| Williams | 108 | City in Collation County, South Carolina, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Walterboro distances to largest South Carolina cities