Current Date And Time In South Carolina, United States
Wednesday, 12 August 2026
08:18:42 PDT
Capital: Columbia
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC -08:00 (PDT)
Population: 5,478,831
Area: 82,931.00 km²
State Code: SC
Explore the interactive satellite map of South Carolina, a state or administrative region of United States, located in North America. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for South Carolina — all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, borders and urban structure of South Carolina in United States.
Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into North America • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for United States operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 33.8361° N | 81.1637° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 33.8361 | -81.1637 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 33° 50' 10" N | 81° 9' 49" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 33° 50.1649' N | 81° 9.8235' W |
| State / Region | South Carolina (State of South Carolina) |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Capital | Columbia |
| State Code | SC |
| Time Zone | -10:00 to -05:00 |
| Districts | 46 |
| Population | 5,478,831 |
| Area (km²) | 82,931.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 32,019.82 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 29.10 /km² |
| Elevation | 137 m / 449 ft |
| Area Rank | #40 in United States |
| Population Rank | #19 of 46 in United States |
| GPS (DD) | 33.8361, -81.1637 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from South Carolina to each nearby state, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 80 km/h. Use this data for logistics routing, delivery time estimates and regional market coverage planning across United States.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia | United States | SW | 248 km | 154 mi | ~3h 6m | 🗺 View |
| North Carolina | United States | NE | 290 km | 180 mi | ~3h 37m | 🗺 View |
| Virginia | United States | NE | 459 km | 286 mi | ~5h 45m | 🗺 View |
| Kentucky | United States | NW | 526 km | 327 mi | ~6h 34m | 🗺 View |
| Tennessee | United States | W | 529 km | 329 mi | ~6h 37m | 🗺 View |
| West Virginia | United States | N | 533 km | 331 mi | ~6h 40m | 🗺 View |
Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between state geographic centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and conditions.
Some states or territories listed above (such as island regions) may not be reachable by road — sea or air travel may be required for those destinations.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the most populous cities in South Carolina, along with each city's aerial distance from Columbia, South Carolina's state capital. Handy for travel planning, delivery zone mapping and pinpointing locations on GPS devices or GIS software.
| City Name | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Dist. from State Capital | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia | 34.0007° N | -81.0348° W | 89 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Charleston | 32.7763° N | -79.9328° W | 6 m | 170 km | 🗺 View Map |
| North Charleston | 32.8546° N | -79.9748° W | 6 m | 161 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mount Pleasant | 32.7941° N | -79.8626° W | 3 m | 173 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Rock Hill | 34.9249° N | -81.0251° W | 207 m | 103 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Greenville | 34.8526° N | -82.394° W | 307 m | 157 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Summerville | 33.0185° N | -80.1756° W | 27 m | 135 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Sumter | 33.9204° N | -80.3415° W | 52 m | 65 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Goose Creek | 32.981° N | -80.0326° W | 14 m | 147 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Hilton Head Island | 32.1938° N | -80.7382° W | 3 m | 203 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of South Carolina is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across United States. Accurate coordinates enable satellite-based navigation, geofencing for fleet management, territory boundary definition and proximity analysis for new market entry. All three coordinate formats — DD, DMS and DDM — are provided for maximum compatibility across platforms. › Compare country geolocation data
Decimal Degrees (DD) are the standard format in web mapping APIs and mapping platforms. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) is used in traditional surveying, military navigation and printed maps. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is preferred in marine and aviation contexts. All three formats for South Carolina on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in United States.
The satellite view of South Carolina helps professionals identify terrain, land use patterns, urban density, road networks and natural features. Real estate analysts use it for property assessment and land development planning. Infrastructure teams rely on satellite maps for utility corridor planning, tower siting and construction evaluation. › View United States national map
South Carolina occupies a distinct geographic zone within United States in the North America region. Its geographic position influences trade connectivity, transportation access and regional economic activity. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports market territory delineation, competitor proximity analysis and strategic distribution network design. › Explore nearby states
Transportation teams use GPS coordinates of South Carolina for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The geographic centroid provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across United States. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for South Carolina in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and region-specific dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in United States. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of South Carolina are latitude 33.8361° and longitude -81.1637°. In directional format: 33.8361° N, 81.1637° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of South Carolina in United States and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
South Carolina is a state or administrative region of United States, located in North America. Its capital city is Columbia. View the exact position of South Carolina on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, South Carolina is at: Latitude 33° 50' 10" N and Longitude 81° 9' 49" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
South Carolina covers a total area of approximately 82,931.00 km² (32,019.82 mi²). This is roughly 0.86% of United States's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of South Carolina is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 33.8361, -81.1637 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate South Carolina in United States. For broader context, explore the United States national map or nearby states.
Today in South Carolina, sunrise is at 03:43 AM and sunset is at 05:16 PM, giving a day length of 13h 32m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from South Carolina's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
South Carolina is approximately 3,767 km (2,340 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 7,505 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of South Carolina — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Gnarabup, Australia, roughly 1,490 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named place.
Columbia, the capital of South Carolina, is approximately 584 km (363 mi) NE of Washington, the national capital of United States, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.
