Berea South Carolina Map
Explore Berea, South Carolina, with this interactive street and satellite map.
Interactive Map of Berea, South Carolina
| City | Berea |
| State | South Carolina (SC) |
| County | Greenville County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 34.8785 |
| Longitude | -82.466212 |
| Population | 15,578 |
| Density | 781.3 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Code | 29617 |
| Area Code | 864 |
| County Seat | Greenville |
| School District | Greenville County School District |
About Berea, South Carolina
Berea is a locality in Greenville County, South Carolina, United States. It has a population of 15,578. The population density is 781.3 people per km². Berea is located at 34.8785°N, 82.4662°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 29617.Berea emerges from the undulating terrain of the South Carolina piedmont, a landscape defined by the steady, inland rhythm of the upstate. It lies 2.4 miles north of Parker, SC (from Parker, SC: bearing 357°T), and is situated 4.2 miles west-northwest of Greenville. The horizon toward the northwest offers the distant, hazy silhouette of the Appalachian Mountains, grounding the view in a deep, geological permanence. Residents find a quiet connection to the land at the Berea Community Center, where the open grounds anchor the neighborhood’s daily activity. Nearby, the waters of Long Branch trace a narrow path through the woods, while the gentle stillness of Huffs Lake provides a reflective surface for the afternoon sun. Even in the height of summer, the air retains a heavy, fertile quality that speaks to the agricultural heritage of this inland reach.
Berea traces its formal development to the expansion of regional transit lines and the steady growth of the upstate manufacturing corridor. The local economy evolved from early agrarian roots into a diverse network of small-scale industry and service-oriented commerce that sustains the modern tax base. Workers here participate in a tradition of production that once relied heavily on the textile mills which defined the broader regional identity for generations. Today, the commercial footprint of Berea reflects a shift toward logistics and suburban development, though the memory of the industrial era remains etched in the architecture of older properties. This transition has fostered a practical, industrious spirit, where the work of the day keeps the pulse of the local economy steady and predictable.
Berea cultivates a cultural character rooted in the unpretentious values of the South Carolina piedmont, where the pace of life favors neighborly interaction over hurried ambition. The presence of the Berea Community Center serves as a vital hub, hosting gatherings that strengthen the social ties binding residents together across varied generations. Visitors seeking natural respite often venture to the Upper Falls, where the water’s descent provides a brief, dramatic contrast to the otherwise level topography of the surrounding plains. While the region is modest in its claims to fame, the quiet endurance of its people reflects a resilience common to those who live far from the distractions of the coast. Life in Berea moves with a deliberate, measured cadence, ensuring that the local identity remains distinct and anchored in its own specific geography.
Nearby Outdoor Places
- Northwest Park (Local Recreation) — 1.5 mi, 339° N
- Westside Park (Local Recreation) — 1.7 mi, 142° SE
- We all Need Safe Places To Walk and Ride (Public Artwork) — 1.7 mi, 067° NE
- Old Greenville Graveyard (Monument) — 2.9 mi, 095° E
- Shoeless Joe Jackson Memorial Park (Local Park) — 3.0 mi, 143° SE
- Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial (Monument) — 3.3 mi, 121° SE
- Charles E Daniel Theatre (Theatre) — 4.0 mi, 113° SE
- Buncombe Road Historical Plaque (Monument) — 4.1 mi, 115° SE
- Centre Stage (Theatre) — 4.1 mi, 119° SE
- Tiny Town (Attraction) — 4.2 mi, 232° SW
- Greenville Glides (Attraction) — 4.2 mi, 114° SE
- Peace Center for the Performing Arts (Arts Centre) — 4.3 mi, 120° SE
- Falls Overlook (Viewpoint) — 4.3 mi, 122° SE
- Reedy River Falls (Attraction) — 4.4 mi, 122° SE
- Kilgore-Lewis House (Attraction) — 4.4 mi, 111° E
- Batson Mill (Historic Ruins) — 5.0 mi, 345° N
- Paris Mountain State Park (State Park) — 5.2 mi, 031° NE
- Old Fire Tower Remains (Historic Ruins) — 5.8 mi, 038° NE
- Fine Arts Center of Easley (Arts Centre) — 8.5 mi, 246° SW
- Studio Jarvis (Gallery) — 10.0 mi, 135° SE
- Model Trains Station (Museum) — 10.6 mi, 074° E
- Irma Morris Museum of Fine Arts (Museum) — 13.6 mi, 272° W
- Table Rock State Park (State Park) — 15.7 mi, 307° NW
- Pisgah National Forest (National Forest) — 27.7 mi, 312° NW · 511k acres
- Sumter National Forest (National Forest) — 28.3 mi, 281° W · 375k acres
- Ellicott Rock Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 34.9 mi, 286° W · 8,300 acres
- Shining Rock Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 37.3 mi, 328° NW · 18k acres
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About This Berea Map Page
This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Berea, South Carolina. Coordinates: 34.8785, -82.466212. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Berea includes the ZIP code (29617), telephone area code (864), county seat of Greenville County (Greenville), and school district assignment (Greenville County School District).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 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. |
