Westminster, South Carolina
Quick Statistics
Westminster is a community in Oconee County, South Carolina, home to about 2,521 people spread across 3.4 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $25,047 a year, and a typical home is worth about $178,100. About 29.5% of adults hold a college degree, and 87.2% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 4 percent over the past decade.
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Among the South Carolina towns GeoStat tracks, Westminster ranks number 170 of 474 in population, number 308 in median household income, number 195 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Westminster typically top out near 89°F in July, while January nights average about 29°F. The area sees roughly 2 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | West Union, SC | 6.7 mi. | 370 |
| 2. | Seneca, SC | 7.2 mi. | 8,993 |
| 3. | Walhalla, SC | 7.4 mi. | 4,157 |
| 4. | Utica, SC | 9.6 mi. | 1,339 |
| 5. | Newry, SC | 10.8 mi. | 412 |
| 6. | Gumlog, GA | 11.6 mi. | 2,382 |
| 7. | Fair Play, SC | 12.4 mi. | 757 |
| 8. | Avalon, GA | 13.2 mi. | 314 |
What is the population of Westminster, South Carolina?
Westminster has a population of about 2,521 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Westminster, South Carolina in?
Westminster is located in Oconee County, South Carolina.
What is the median home value in Westminster, South Carolina?
The median home value in Westminster is about $178,100, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Westminster, South Carolina?
The median personal income in Westminster is about $25,047 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Westminster, South Carolina?
Since 1950, 29 tornadoes have been recorded in Oconee County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Westminster, South Carolina?
Typical July highs run about 89 degrees and January lows about 29 degrees, with around 2 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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