Country land in South Carolina
How much good country South Carolina has, where it is, and what to know before you buy: growing season, homeschool rules, internet and prices. "Good country" here means land past the suburbs and their buffer, off the busiest roads, scored by the Land Finder.
The best counties for country living
Ranked by how much of each county scores as good country (fast-growing counties ranked a little lower).
| County (towns) | Good country | Growth | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hampton County Varnville, Hampton | 99% | -0.5%/yr | Score a spot |
| Allendale County Allendale, Fairfax | 99% | -1.5%/yr | Score a spot |
| Saluda County Saluda, Ward | 98% | +0.6%/yr | Score a spot |
| Bamberg County Bamberg, Denmark | 98% | -0.8%/yr | Score a spot |
| Barnwell County Elko, Williston | 98% | -0.1%/yr | Score a spot |
| Williamsburg County Kingstree, Lane | 97% | -0.9%/yr | Score a spot |
| Colleton County Walterboro, Cottageville | 96% | +0.4%/yr | Score a spot |
| Abbeville County Abbeville, Antreville | 96% | +0.3%/yr | Score a spot |
| Union County Union, Buffalo | 96% | -0.5%/yr | Score a spot |
| Lee County Manville, Ashwood | 96% | -0.8%/yr | Score a spot |
Growing fast (2.5%+ a year since 2020; today's country can become tomorrow's suburb): Edgefield County, Jasper County, Berkeley County, Lancaster County, Horry County, Spartanburg County.
Homeschool rules
Three options: (1) school district approval, the most regulated; (2) SCAIHS, with yearly testing; (3) a homeschool accountability association of 50+ families, the lightest. All: 180 days, required subjects, a plan book, portfolio and semi-annual progress report.
Not legal advice; laws change. Verify with the state and your school district. Source
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