Quick Facts about Columbia South Carolina
The Greater Columbia area, also known as the Midlands, is comprised of Richland and Lexington counties. Home of the state capital, Columbia, SC is located in the geographic center of the state. All of South Carolina can be reached in just a three hour drive! Whether you'd like to visit the mountains, the beach, or scenic Charleston, you are just a short drive away.
The Midlands area is served by three major interstate systems; I-20, I-26, and I-77. A beltway connects the three interstates.
The population of Richland and Lexington counties is approximately 454,000 residents. projections of the population in the year 2,000 indicate a 12.5% increase with the number of residents reaching 510,000. The Midlands is ranked among the top 20 fastest growing areas in the country.
For additional information about living in the Midlands, here are a few resources:
- Greater Columbia Chamber of Commerce: 733-1110
- Greater Columbia Visitors Bureau: 254-0479
- Lexington Chamber of Commerce: 359-6113
| State Symbols of South Carolina... | |
| State Flower | Yellow Jessamine |
| State Bird | Carolina Wren |
| State Songs | "Carolina" and "South Carolina on My Mind" |
| State Fruit | Peach |
| State Tree | Palmetto |
| State Stone | Blue Granite |
| State Gemstone | Amethyst |
| State Dance | The Shag |
| State Animal | White-tail Deer |
| State Fish | Striped Bass |
| State Beverage | Milk |
| Weather in the Midlands (Columbia, South Carolina) (Average Monthly Temperatures (Fahrenheit) |
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| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | June | July | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
| High | 56? | 59? | 67? | 77? | 84? | 89? | 92? | 91? | 85? | 76? | 67? | 59? |
| Low | 33? | 35? | 42? | 50? | 59? | 66? | 70? | 69? | 64? | 50? | 41? | 35? |
- MLS#
311616- Class:
- Residential
- Status:
- Active
- Beds:
- 3
- Baths:
- 2 Full / 1 Half
- School:
- Lexington/Richland Five
Our Julia Plan! Over 1260 heated SF complete with Single Car Garage, 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 Baths, patio, privacy rear fenced yard and sprinkler system....
- MLS#
311614- Class:
- Residential
- Status:
- Active
- Beds:
- 3
- Baths:
- 2 Full / N/A
- School:
- Richland Two
Can't beat this! 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, greatroom with cathedral ceilings and fireplace, eat-in kitchen has a pretty bay window, nice center...
- MLS#
311613- Class:
- Residential
- Status:
- Active
- Beds:
- 4
- Baths:
- 2 Full / 1 Half
- School:
- Lexington/Richland Five
Brick ranch in established neighborhood. Only minutes from Lake Murray and conveniently located to major interstates. This 4BR 2.5 BA has formal li...
- MLS#
311611- Class:
- Residential
- Status:
- Active
- Beds:
- 2
- Baths:
- 2 Full / N/A
- School:
- Richland One
Completely remodeled home in desireable Rosewood across from Midlands Tech. Large master suite with walk in closet, jacuzzi tub, custom wood work, ...
- MLS#
311610- Class:
- Residential
- Status:
- Active
- Beds:
- 3
- Baths:
- 3 Full / N/A
- School:
- Lexington/Richland Five
Gated community with pool, tennis courts, recreation area, marina and possible boat slip available for $20 per month. 100 % financing available on...
- MLS#
311609- Class:
- Residential
- Status:
- Active
- Beds:
- 4
- Baths:
- 3 Full / N/A
- School:
- Richland Two
Traditional home on a kid friendly cul-de-sac. Quiet backyard retreat with beautiful landscaping, stamped and stained patio, and stained wooden fe...
- MLS#
311607- Class:
- Residential
- Status:
- Active
- Beds:
- 3
- Baths:
- 2 Full / N/A
- School:
- Richland One
This one is a JEWEL! SUPER PRICE for quick sale for this GREAT, UPDATED home. Neat as a pin & shows beautifully! Updated kit with glass top cookt...
- MLS#
311602- Class:
- Residential
- Status:
- Active
- Beds:
- 3
- Baths:
- 2 Full / N/A
- School:
- Richland One
- MLS#
311600- Class:
- Residential
- Status:
- Active
- Beds:
- 4
- Baths:
- 2 Full / 1 Half
- School:
- Richland One
- MLS#
311599- Class:
- Residential
- Status:
- Active
- Beds:
- 3
- Baths:
- 2 Full / N/A
- School:
- Richland One
The Keenan- Great 1 story plan w/ 3BR/2BA cathedral ceiling in LR/DR & 9ft throughout rest of home. granite counters- buy soon & pick paint, granit...
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