Where is Ladson Located? - Ladson is a city located in the Berkeley, Charleston and Dorchester County of South Carolina, United States. Ladson lies between 35.052565 Degrees North latitudes and 97.9364326 Degrees West longitudes.
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Where is Ladson Located?
Ladson is a city located in the Berkeley, Charleston and Dorchester County of South Carolina, United States. Ladson lies between 35.052565 Degrees North latitudes and 97.9364326 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Ladson city is 15550 people and the city has a total area of 7.03 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.
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Ladson, South Carolina Quick Facts
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| Community | Ladson (Census-Designated Place) |
| Counties | Berkeley County and Dorchester County |
| State | South Carolina |
| State Capital | Columbia |
| US Region | Southern United States |
| Latitude | 32.9854° N |
| Longitude | 80.1095° W |
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Land Area | 15.43 sq mi |
| Water Area | 0.15 sq mi |
| Total Area | 15.58 sq mi |
| Population (2020 Census) | 15,550 |
| Population Density | Approximately 1,008 per sq mi |
| ZIP Codes | 29456 |
| Area Code | 843, 854 |
| Time Zone Standard | Eastern Standard Time (EST, UTC−5) |
| Time Zone Daylight | Eastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC−4) |
| Currency | United States Dollar (USD) |
| FIPS Code | 45-39985 |
| Metropolitan Area | Charleston–North Charleston Metropolitan Area |
Transportation and Connectivity in Ladson
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Nearest Airport | Charleston International Airport |
| IATA Code | CHS |
| Major Highways | Interstate 26, U.S. Route 78, South Carolina Highway 27 |
| Public Transit | CARTA Bus Service |
| Rail Service | CSX freight rail; Amtrak service available in North Charleston |
| Regional Access | Direct connections to Charleston, Summerville, and Columbia |
- Interstate 26: Provides quick access to Charleston, Columbia, and South Carolina's interstate highway network.
- Charleston International Airport: Located about 12 miles southeast, offering domestic passenger flights across the United States.
- CARTA: Operates regional bus services connecting Ladson with North Charleston, Summerville, and downtown Charleston.
- U.S. Route 78: Serves as a major commercial corridor linking Ladson with neighboring communities.
Top Places to Visit in Ladson, South Carolina
| Landmark Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Exchange Park | Community Park |
| North Charleston Wannamaker County Park | County Park |
| Crowfield Golf Club | Golf Course |
| Colonial Dorchester State Historic Site | Historic Site |
| Ashley River Park | Regional Park |
| Gahagan Park | Recreation Park |
| Summerville Dorchester Museum | Museum |
| Middleton Place | Historic Plantation |
| Magnolia Plantation and Gardens | Historic Garden |
| Charleston Historic District | Historic District |
Driving Distances from Ladson, South Carolina to Nearby Cities
| City | State | Distance (mi) | Approx. Drive Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summerville | South Carolina | 6 | 10 minutes |
| North Charleston | South Carolina | 10 | 15 minutes |
| Goose Creek | South Carolina | 9 | 15 minutes |
| Charleston | South Carolina | 20 | 30 minutes |
| Moncks Corner | South Carolina | 23 | 30 minutes |
| Walterboro | South Carolina | 47 | 50 minutes |
| Georgetown | South Carolina | 76 | 1 hour 25 minutes |
| Columbia | South Carolina | 104 | 1 hour 45 minutes |
| Savannah | Georgia | 108 | 2 hours |
| Myrtle Beach | South Carolina | 98 | 2 hours |
Colleges and Universities near Ladson, South Carolina
| Institution Name | Type | Level | Notable For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston Southern University | Private | University | Business, education, nursing, and liberal arts |
| Trident Technical College | Public | Technical College | Workforce training, healthcare, engineering technology, and transfer programs |
| The Citadel | Public | Military College | Leadership, engineering, business, and military education |
| College of Charleston | Public | University | Liberal arts, marine biology, business, and historic campus |
| Medical University of South Carolina | Public | Medical University | Medicine, nursing, dentistry, and biomedical research |
Waterbodies in Ladson, South Carolina
Ashley River, Eagle Creek Reservoir, Foster Creek, Goose Creek Reservoir, Oakbrook Lake, Goose Creek, Ashley River Watershed, Cooper River (nearby)
Stadiums in Ladson
Exchange Park Athletic Fields, Charleston Southern University Buccaneer Field (nearby), Joseph P. Riley Jr. Park (nearby), North Charleston Athletic Center, Summerville High School Stadium
Ladson, South Carolina — Key Historical Facts
- Ladson originated as a railroad community during the late nineteenth century along the South Carolina Railway corridor connecting Charleston with inland communities.
- The community was named after the prominent Ladson family, whose influence extended across South Carolina's Lowcountry.
- For much of the twentieth century, Ladson remained a rural agricultural area before suburban development accelerated following the expansion of the Charleston metropolitan region.
- Improved highway infrastructure, including Interstate 26, encouraged residential growth and industrial development throughout the area.
- Today, Ladson is a rapidly growing community within the Charleston metropolitan area, known for its convenient location, business parks, and access to the region's historic and coastal attractions.
References
- Berkeley County
- Dorchester County
- U.S. Census Bureau
- Charleston Southern University
- Explore Charleston
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