Where is Hanahan, South Carolina, USA?

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Where is Hanahan Located? - Hanahan is a city located in the Berkeley County of South Carolina, United States. Hanahan lies between 36.3125963 Degrees North latitudes and 95.61609 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Hanahan, South Carolina

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Where is Hanahan Located?

Hanahan is a city located in the Berkeley County of South Carolina, United States. Hanahan lies between 36.3125963 Degrees North latitudes and 95.61609 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Hanahan city is 20325 people and the city has a total area of 10.53 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Hanahan, South Carolina Quick Facts

PropertyInformation
CityHanahan
CountyBerkeley County
StateSouth Carolina
State CapitalColumbia
US RegionSouthern United States
Latitude32.9188°N
Longitude80.0220°W
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Land Area11.40 sq mi
Water Area0.60 sq mi
Total Area12.00 sq mi
Population (latest Census year)20,341 (Census 2020)
Population DensityApproximately 1,784 per sq mi
ZIP Codes29410
Area Code843, 854
Time Zone StandardEastern Standard Time (EST, UTC−5)
Time Zone DaylightEastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC−4)
CurrencyUS Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code45-29995
Congressional DistrictSouth Carolina's 6th Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Hanahan, South Carolina

  • North Charleston, South Carolina — 3 mi South
  • Goose Creek, South Carolina — 5 mi North
  • Ladson, South Carolina — 9 mi Northwest
  • Charleston, South Carolina — 12 mi Southeast
  • Moncks Corner, South Carolina — 24 mi North
  • Summerville, South Carolina — 17 mi Northwest
  • Mount Pleasant, South Carolina — 15 mi East
  • Isle of Palms, South Carolina — 20 mi East
  • Folly Beach, South Carolina — 24 mi Southeast
  • Ravenel, South Carolina — 28 mi Southwest

Driving Distances from Hanahan, South Carolina

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
North CharlestonSouth Carolina310 minutes
Goose CreekSouth Carolina510 minutes
LadsonSouth Carolina915 minutes
CharlestonSouth Carolina1220 minutes
Mount PleasantSouth Carolina1525 minutes
SummervilleSouth Carolina1725 minutes
Moncks CornerSouth Carolina2435 minutes
Isle of PalmsSouth Carolina2035 minutes
Folly BeachSouth Carolina2440 minutes
ColumbiaSouth Carolina1102 hours

Transportation and Connectivity in Hanahan, South Carolina

TransportationDetails
Airport NameCharleston International Airport
IATA CodeCHS
PortPort of Charleston (nearby)
Major HighwaysInterstate 26, Interstate 526, US Route 52, US Route 78, South Carolina Highway 642
Train/Amtrak ServiceNearest Amtrak station at North Charleston
Local Bus/Transit ServiceCharleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA)
  • Interstate 26 provides direct access to Charleston, Columbia, and western South Carolina.
  • Interstate 526 connects Hanahan with Mount Pleasant, North Charleston, and the Charleston International Airport.
  • US Route 52 serves as a major regional corridor linking the city with Goose Creek and downtown Charleston.
  • US Route 78 connects Hanahan with Summerville and inland South Carolina communities.
  • CARTA bus routes and the nearby Amtrak station in North Charleston provide convenient regional public transportation.

What are top Places to Visit in Hanahan, South Carolina

Landmark NameType
Hanahan AmphitheaterEntertainment Venue
Hanahan Recreation ComplexRecreation Park
Wannamaker County ParkCounty Park
Goose Creek ReservoirNature Area
Riverfront ParkWaterfront Park
North Charleston Fire MuseumMuseum
Magnolia Plantation and GardensHistoric Site
Middleton PlaceHistoric Plantation
Charleston Tea GardenHistoric Attraction
Charles Towne Landing State Historic SiteHistoric Site

Colleges and Universities in Hanahan, South Carolina

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Trident Technical CollegePublicCommunity CollegeTechnical education and workforce training
Charleston Southern UniversityPrivateUniversityBaptist liberal arts education
The CitadelPublicUniversityMilitary college and leadership programs
College of CharlestonPublicUniversityLiberal arts and historic campus
Berkeley County School DistrictPublicK–12 DistrictPublic education serving Hanahan

Waterbodies in Hanahan, South Carolina

Goose Creek Reservoir, Cooper River, Goose Creek, Foster Creek, Turkey Creek, Ashley River, Charleston Harbor, Bushy Park Reservoir, Durham Canal, Foster Creek Canal

Golf Courses in Hanahan, South Carolina

Crowfield Golf Club, Coosaw Creek Country Club, Patriots Point Links, Charleston Municipal Golf Course, Wescott Golf Club, Pine Forest Country Club, Shadowmoss Golf & Country Club, Daniel Island Club

Hanahan, South Carolina — Key Historical Facts

  • Hanahan developed during the early twentieth century as a railroad community supporting transportation and commerce in the Charleston region.
  • The city's growth accelerated during and after World War II because of nearby military installations, shipbuilding, and industrial development.
  • Its location along the Cooper River helped shape Hanahan's economy through shipping, manufacturing, and access to the Port of Charleston.
  • Hanahan officially incorporated as a city in 1972 and has continued to expand as a residential and business community within the Charleston metropolitan area.
  • Today, Hanahan is known for its parks, family-friendly neighborhoods, outdoor recreation, and convenient location near Charleston, North Charleston, and Goose Creek.

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