Where is Fort Mill, South Carolina, USA?

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Where is Fort Mill Located? - Fort Mill is a city located in the York County of South Carolina, United States. Fort Mill lies between 35.9420431 Degrees North latitudes and 95.8833235 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Fort Mill, South Carolina

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Where is Fort Mill Located?

Fort Mill is a city located in the York County of South Carolina, United States. Fort Mill lies between 35.9420431 Degrees North latitudes and 95.8833235 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Fort Mill city is 24521 people and the city has a total area of 19.48 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Fort Mill, South Carolina Quick Facts

PropertyInformation
TownFort Mill
CountyYork County
StateSouth Carolina
State CapitalColumbia
US RegionSouthern United States
Latitude35.0074° N
Longitude80.9451° W
Elevation656 ft (200 m)
Land Area20.92 sq mi
Water Area0.16 sq mi
Total Area21.08 sq mi
Population (latest Census year)24,521 (2020 Census)
Population Density1,172 per sq mi
ZIP Codes29708, 29715, 29716
Area Code803
Time Zone StandardEastern Standard Time (EST, UTC−5)
Time Zone DaylightEastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC−4)
CurrencyUS Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code45-27475
Congressional District5th Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Fort Mill, South Carolina

  • Tega Cay, South Carolina — 4 mi North
  • Rock Hill, South Carolina — 12 mi South
  • Pineville, North Carolina — 8 mi North
  • Charlotte, North Carolina — 18 mi North
  • Indian Land, South Carolina — 9 mi East
  • Marvin, North Carolina — 15 mi Northeast
  • Matthews, North Carolina — 21 mi Northeast
  • Belmont, North Carolina — 20 mi Northwest
  • York, South Carolina — 22 mi West
  • Gastonia, North Carolina — 27 mi Northwest

Driving Distances from Fort Mill, South Carolina

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
Tega CaySouth Carolina48 min
PinevilleNorth Carolina812 min
Indian LandSouth Carolina915 min
Rock HillSouth Carolina1218 min
MarvinNorth Carolina1522 min
CharlotteNorth Carolina1825 min
BelmontNorth Carolina2030 min
MatthewsNorth Carolina2132 min
YorkSouth Carolina2230 min
GastoniaNorth Carolina2735 min

Transportation and Connectivity in Fort Mill, South Carolina

CategoryInformation
Airport NameCharlotte Douglas International Airport
IATA CodeCLT
PortNot applicable
Major HighwaysInterstate 77, U.S. Route 21, South Carolina Highway 160, South Carolina Highway 51
Train/Amtrak ServiceNearest Amtrak station is Charlotte, North Carolina
Local Bus/Transit ServiceCharlotte Area Transit System (regional connections) and York County Access transit
  • Interstate 77 provides direct access to Charlotte, Columbia, and other major cities across the Carolinas.
  • U.S. Route 21 serves as a major regional roadway connecting Fort Mill with Rock Hill and Charlotte.
  • Charlotte Douglas International Airport, one of the busiest airports in the United States, is about 20 miles from downtown Fort Mill.
  • Regional transit services and nearby Amtrak connections provide convenient transportation options for residents and visitors.

What are top Places to Visit in Fort Mill, South Carolina

Landmark NameType
Anne Springs Close GreenwayNature Preserve
CarowindsAmusement Park
Walter Elisha ParkCommunity Park
Main Street Fort MillHistoric District
Fort Mill History MuseumHistory Museum
Catawba River AccessOutdoor Recreation Area
Nation Ford GreenwayNature Trail
Tega Cay Golf ClubGolf & Recreation
Springfield Golf ClubGolf Course
Kingsley Town CenterShopping & Dining District

Colleges and Universities in Fort Mill, South Carolina

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
York Technical CollegePublicTechnical CollegeCareer training, workforce development and transfer programs
Winthrop UniversityPublicUniversityEducation, business, arts and liberal studies
University of South Carolina LancasterPublicUniversityAssociate degrees, transfer education and liberal arts
Fort Mill School DistrictPublicK–12 DistrictHighly rated public schools serving Fort Mill and surrounding communities

Waterbodies in Fort Mill, South Carolina

Catawba River, Lake Wylie, Steele Creek, Sugar Creek, Nation Ford Canal, Tega Cay Cove, Fishing Creek Reservoir, Allison Creek

Golf Courses in Fort Mill, South Carolina

Springfield Golf Club, Fort Mill Golf Club, Tega Cay Golf Club, Waterford Golf Club, Carolina Lakes Golf Club, River Hills Country Club

Fort Mill, South Carolina — Key Historical Facts

  • Fort Mill was founded in 1873 and takes its name from a colonial-era British fort and a nearby grist mill that once stood in the area during the eighteenth century.
  • The town developed as an important textile manufacturing center during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, with cotton mills playing a major role in its economy.
  • Its location near the Catawba River and major transportation routes supported commercial growth and encouraged settlement throughout York County.
  • During the late twentieth century, Fort Mill experienced rapid residential and business expansion as part of the growing Charlotte metropolitan area.
  • Today, Fort Mill is known for its excellent schools, thriving business community, historic downtown, outdoor recreation opportunities, and attractions such as Anne Springs Close Greenway and nearby Carowinds.

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