Where is Parker, South Carolina, USA?

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Where is Parker Located? - Parker is a city located in the Armstrong County of South Carolina, United States. Parker lies between 35.5223057 Degrees North latitudes and 97.6189809 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Parker, South Carolina

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Where is Parker?: The Google Map showing the location of Parker in the U.S. state of South Carolina.

Where is Parker Located?

Parker is a city located in the Greenville County of South Carolina, United States. Parker lies between 35.5223057 Degrees North latitudes and 97.6189809 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Parker city is 13407 people and the city has a total area of 6.84 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Parker, South Carolina Quick Facts

AttributeDetails
CityParker (Census-Designated Place)
CountyGreenville County
StateSouth Carolina
State CapitalColumbia
US RegionSouthern United States (South Atlantic)
Latitude34.8528° N
Longitude82.4539° W
Elevation968 ft (295 m)
Land Area2.33 sq mi
Water Area0.00 sq mi
Total Area2.33 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)11,122
Population DensityApproximately 4,773 people per sq mi
ZIP Codes29611
Area Code864
Time Zone StandardEastern Standard Time (EST, UTC−5)
Time Zone DaylightEastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC−4)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code45-54835
Congressional DistrictSouth Carolina's 3rd Congressional District

Transportation and Connectivity in Parker, South Carolina

CategoryDetails
Airport NameGreenville-Spartanburg International Airport
IATA CodeGSP
PortNo commercial port
Major HighwaysInterstate 185, Interstate 85 (nearby), U.S. Route 123, U.S. Route 25
Train/Amtrak ServiceNearest Amtrak station in Greenville
Local Bus/Transit ServiceGreenlink Transit
  • Interstate 185 (I-185) – Provides direct access to downtown Greenville and Interstate 385.
  • Interstate 85 (I-85) – Major regional interstate connecting the area with Atlanta, Charlotte, and the Upstate region.
  • U.S. Route 123 – Connects Parker with Easley, Greenville, and northwestern South Carolina.
  • U.S. Route 25 – Important north–south highway linking Greenville with Hendersonville, North Carolina, and Greenwood, South Carolina.

Top Places to Visit in Parker, South Carolina

Landmark NameType
Falls Park on the ReedyUrban Park
Fluor FieldBaseball Stadium
Peace CenterPerforming Arts Center
Greenville County Museum of ArtMuseum
Unity ParkCommunity Park
Swamp Rabbit TrailRecreation Trail
Upcountry History MuseumMuseum
Cleveland ParkPark
Paris Mountain State ParkState Park
Greenville ZooZoo

Driving Distances from Parker, South Carolina to Nearby Cities

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
GreenvilleSouth Carolina310 minutes
EasleySouth Carolina815 minutes
Travelers RestSouth Carolina1020 minutes
MauldinSouth Carolina815 minutes
SimpsonvilleSouth Carolina1320 minutes
GreerSouth Carolina1625 minutes
SpartanburgSouth Carolina3440 minutes
AndersonSouth Carolina3240 minutes
AshevilleNorth Carolina631 hour 15 minutes
ColumbiaSouth Carolina1041 hour 50 minutes

Colleges and Universities in Parker, South Carolina

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Greenville Technical CollegePublicTechnical CollegeCareer and workforce education
Furman UniversityPrivateUniversityLiberal arts and research programs
Bob Jones UniversityPrivateUniversityChristian higher education
University of South Carolina UpstatePublicUniversityUndergraduate and graduate education
Greenville County SchoolsPublicK–12 DistrictPrimary and secondary education

Waterbodies in Parker, South Carolina

Reedy River, Saluda River, Brushy Creek, Enoree River, Lake Conestee, Lake Robinson, Saluda Lake, Table Rock Reservoir, Boyd Millpond, Lake Cunningham

Stadiums in Parker

Fluor Field, Sirrine Stadium, Eugene Stone Soccer Stadium, Bon Secours Wellness Arena, Furman University Golf Club, Green Valley Country Club, Greenville Country Club

Parker, South Carolina — Key Historical Facts

  • Parker developed during the early twentieth century as a mill village supporting Greenville's thriving textile manufacturing industry.
  • The community grew around Parker Mill, which provided employment and helped shape the area's residential development.
  • As Greenville expanded after World War II, Parker became closely integrated with the city's growing metropolitan area.
  • The decline of the textile industry led to redevelopment and diversification, transforming Parker into a primarily residential community.
  • Today, Parker benefits from its location near downtown Greenville, offering convenient access to employment, education, parks, and cultural attractions.

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