Where is Berea, South Carolina, USA?

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Where is Berea Located? - Berea is a city located in the Cuyahoga County of South Carolina, United States. Berea lies between 35.9553737 Degrees North latitudes and 96.0088843 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Berea, South Carolina

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Where is Berea Located?

Berea is a city located in the Cuyahoga County of South Carolina, United States. Berea lies between 35.9553737 Degrees North latitudes and 96.0088843 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Berea city is 15578 people and the city has a total area of 7.7 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Berea, South Carolina Quick Facts

FactDetails
CommunityBerea (Census-Designated Place)
CountyGreenville County
StateSouth Carolina
State CapitalColumbia
CountryUnited States
US RegionSouth
Latitude34.8856°N
Longitude82.4560°W
Elevation955 ft (291 m)
Land Area6.3 sq mi
Water Area0.0 sq mi
Total Area6.3 sq mi
Population (Census 2020)15,564
Population DensityApproximately 2,470 per sq mi
ZIP Code29611
Area Code864
Time Zone StandardEastern Standard Time (EST, UTC-5)
Time Zone DaylightEastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC-4)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code45-06085
Congressional DistrictSouth Carolina's 3rd Congressional District

Nearby Cities and Communities to Berea, South Carolina

  • Greenville, South Carolina - 4 mi East
  • Judson, South Carolina - 2 mi Southeast
  • Parker, South Carolina - 3 mi East
  • Welcome, South Carolina - 5 mi Southwest
  • Travelers Rest, South Carolina - 9 mi North
  • Mauldin, South Carolina - 10 mi Southeast
  • Easley, South Carolina - 11 mi West
  • Simpsonville, South Carolina - 15 mi Southeast
  • Greer, South Carolina - 18 mi Northeast
  • Anderson, South Carolina - 31 mi Southwest

Berea, South Carolina Climate and Weather Overview

MonthAvg High (°F)Avg Low (°F)Avg Rainfall (in)
January51314.5
April73493.5
July90705.2
October74513.4
Annual725052.0
Climate AttributeDetails
Climate ClassificationHumid Subtropical (Köppen Cfa)
Annual RainfallApproximately 52 inches
Annual Sunshine DaysAbout 220 days
Hurricane/Tornado RiskModerate - Strong thunderstorms, occasional tropical systems and tornadoes
SnowfallApproximately 2 inches annually

Driving Distances from Berea, South Carolina

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
JudsonSouth Carolina25 min
ParkerSouth Carolina37 min
GreenvilleSouth Carolina410 min
WelcomeSouth Carolina510 min
Travelers RestSouth Carolina915 min
MauldinSouth Carolina1018 min
EasleySouth Carolina1118 min
SimpsonvilleSouth Carolina1525 min
GreerSouth Carolina1825 min
AndersonSouth Carolina3140 min

Transportation and Connectivity in Berea, South Carolina

TransportationDetails
Airport NameGreenville-Spartanburg International Airport
IATA CodeGSP
PortNot Applicable
Major HighwaysU.S. Highway 25, U.S. Highway 123, Interstate 185 (nearby), Interstate 85 (nearby)
Train/Amtrak ServiceNearest Amtrak station at Greenville
Local Bus/Transit ServiceGreenlink public transit
  • U.S. Highway 25 - Main north-south route connecting Berea with downtown Greenville, Travelers Rest and North Carolina.
  • U.S. Highway 123 - Provides convenient access to Easley, Clemson and western South Carolina.
  • Interstate 185 - Connects the community with Interstate 85 and Greenville's business districts.
  • Interstate 85 - Major regional corridor linking the area with Atlanta, Greenville-Spartanburg and Charlotte.

Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Berea, South Carolina

LandmarkType
Falls Park on the ReedyUrban Park
Fluor FieldBaseball Stadium
Greenville ZooZoo
The Children's Museum of the UpstateChildren's Museum
Unity ParkCity Park
Swamp Rabbit TrailMulti-Use Trail
Greenville County Museum of ArtArt Museum
Paris Mountain State ParkState Park
Peace CenterPerforming Arts Venue
Furman University Bell TowerUniversity Landmark

Colleges and Universities in Berea, South Carolina

InstitutionTypeLevelNotable For
Furman UniversityPrivateUniversityLiberal arts and business programs
Greenville Technical CollegePublicTechnical CollegeCareer and workforce education
Bob Jones UniversityPrivateUniversityLiberal arts and Christian education
University of South Carolina UpstatePublicUniversityHealth sciences and business
Clemson UniversityPublicUniversityEngineering, agriculture and research
Anderson UniversityPrivateUniversityBusiness, education and nursing

Waterbodies in Berea, South Carolina

Reedy River, Saluda River, Brushy Creek, Huff Creek, Lake Conestee, Saluda Lake, Lake Robinson, Lake Cunningham, Lake Hartwell, Table Rock Reservoir.

Golf Courses in Berea, South Carolina

Furman Golf Club, Greenville Country Club, Pebble Creek Golf Club, Southern Oaks Golf Course, Cherokee Valley Golf Club, Willow Creek Golf Club, The Preserve at Verdae Golf Club, Links O'Tryon Golf Club.

Berea, South Carolina - Key Historical Facts

  • Berea developed during the twentieth century as a residential community west of Greenville, benefiting from the city's rapid industrial growth.
  • The surrounding area was influenced by Greenville's historic textile manufacturing industry, which attracted workers and encouraged suburban development.
  • Improved highways and transportation links helped Berea become closely connected with the Greenville metropolitan area.
  • In recent decades, continued residential and commercial growth has transformed the community while maintaining its neighborhood character.
  • Berea residents enjoy easy access to Greenville's cultural attractions, educational institutions and recreational facilities.
  • Today, Berea is known as a convenient suburban community offering access to parks, shopping, employment centers and the scenic Upstate region of South Carolina.

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