Admitted in 1788, South Carolina spans approximately 19.4 million acres and features a diverse range of landscapes, from coastal plains and swamps to the Blue Ridge Mountains in the northwest. Notable natural areas include Congaree National Park, home to one of the largest remaining swamps in the U.S., and the Santee River, which offers recreational activities like boating and fishing. The state’s coastline is famous for its beaches, including Myrtle Beach, Hilton Head Island, and Charleston Harbor.

South Carolina is a leading producer of peaches, tobacco, cotton, and soybeans, with broiler chicken farming also being a major contributor to the state’s agricultural economy. The state is also recognized as a growing hub for manufacturing, with major companies like Boeing, BMW, and Michelin operating significant facilities here. This diverse economic base contributes to land demand across industrial, agricultural, and commercial sectors.

Available land in South Carolina includes coastal acreage, forested land, and mountain foothills, supporting a variety of uses, from agriculture to recreation.

South Carolina, known as The Palmetto State, is located in the Southeast region of the United States. The state is divided into several distinct land regions, each offering unique opportunities for land use and development:

  • Blue Ridge
  • Piedmont
  • Sandhills
  • Inner Coastal Plain
  • Outer Coastal Plain
  • Coastal Zone

Hunting Land in South Carolina

South Carolina offers hunting opportunities across forests, wetlands, and coastal plains. Popular game in the state includes alligator, black bear, white-tailed deer, and feral hogs, as well as quail, rabbit, squirrel, wild turkey, woodcock, and waterfowl. If you’re looking for hunting land for sale in South Carolina, the mix of terrain and thriving wildlife populations adds to its appeal. For details on hunting seasons, license requirements, and regulations, visit the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources website.

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South Carolina Agriculture

South Carolina has approximately 4.7 million acres of farmland, supporting a mix of row crops and livestock production. The state is known for producing peaches, tobacco, cotton, soybeans, and broilers, shaped by its warm climate and fertile soils. If you’re looking for agricultural land for sale in South Carolina, you can explore available properties through our interactive search map. For more information on agriculture in the state, visit the South Carolina Department of Agriculture website.

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State Highlight

State’s Nickname Palmetto State
Total Acreage 19,374,080
Region Southeast
Average Rainfall 45 – 80 inches
Farmland by Acre 4.7 million acres
Coastline 187 miles
Big Game Alligator, Black Bear, White-tailed Deer, Feral Hogs
Small Game Quail, Rabbit, Squirrel, Waterfowl, Woodcock, Wild Turkey
State Hunting Resources https://www.dnr.sc.gov/hunting.html
State Parks https://southcarolinaparks.com/
National Parks Congaree National Park

https://www.nps.gov/state/sc/index.htm
State Parks and Wildlife  https://www.dnr.sc.gov/
State Agricultural Resources https://agriculture.sc.gov/
USDA Agricultural Information https://www.nass.usda.gov/Statistics_by_State/South_Carolina/
Signature Agriculture Commodities Broiler, Cotton, Peaches, Soybean, Tobacco
Farm Service Agency https://www.fsa.usda.gov/state-offices/south-carolina

 

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There’s a wide selection of land for sale in South Carolina, offering numerous opportunities for your next property. Working with a KW Land® agent provides the local insight and expertise needed to navigate land real estate with confidence. Start your search by exploring available listings on our interactive property map or connect with a KW Land® agent in South Carolina to guide you through the process.