Aiken South Carolina Map
Aiken, South Carolina — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live National Weather Service conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Aiken, Aiken County.
Interactive Map of Aiken, South Carolina
| City | Aiken |
| State | South Carolina (SC) |
| County | Aiken |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 33.560417 |
| Longitude | -81.719553 |
| Population | 32,521 |
| Density | 574.0 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
About Aiken, South Carolina
Aiken is a locality in Aiken County, South Carolina, United States. It has a population of 32,521. The population density is 574.0 people per km². Aiken is located at 33.5604°N, 81.7196°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 29801.
Aiken unfolds across a landscape of gentle, rolling terrain, a tapestry of pine forests and manicured estates where the air often carries the subtle scent of damp earth and blooming magnolias. It lies 14.7 miles east-north-east of North Augusta, SC (from North Augusta, SC: bearing 74°T), and is situated 8.1 miles east-north-east of Burnettown. Sunlight, filtered through the dense canopy of live oaks draped with Spanish moss, paints shifting patterns on the sandy soil, a reminder of the region's coastal plain origins, though far inland. The rhythm of Aiken is one of quiet grace, a measured pace dictated by the soft rustle of leaves and the distant, echoing call of a bird. Streets are wide, lined with historic homes boasting broad verandas and gardens that spill over with azaleas and camellias, creating an atmosphere of enduring Southern charm. The history of Aiken is deeply intertwined with its development as a winter resort for wealthy Northerners in the late 19th century, drawn by its mild climate and the promise of equestrian pursuits. This legacy is still palpable in the town's elegant architecture and the enduring popularity of polo and steeplechase racing, events that draw crowds and inject a lively spirit into the otherwise tranquil existence. The local economy, while diversifying, still bears the imprint of its past, with a strong emphasis on tourism, thoroughbred horse farms, and a burgeoning arts scene. Aiken retains a distinct character, a blend of old-world sophistication and a deeply rooted connection to the land, where the echoes of its Gilded Age founders still seem to whisper on the breeze.
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About This Aiken Map Page
This page provides an interactive Google map of Aiken, South Carolina with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Aiken and Aiken County. Coordinates and population data are also included.
Location data for Aiken is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity, not name matching alone — ensuring the correct Aiken is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |
