Blythewood South Carolina Map
Blythewood, 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 Blythewood, Richland County.
Interactive Map of Blythewood, South Carolina
| City | Blythewood |
| State | South Carolina (SC) |
| County | Richland |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 34.214316 |
| Longitude | -80.973977 |
| Population | 5,731 |
| Density | 192.9 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
About Blythewood, South Carolina
Blythewood is a locality in Richland County, South Carolina, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,731. The population density is 192.9 people per km². Blythewood is located at 34.2143°N, 80.9740°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 29016.
Blythewood sits on a gently rolling landscape, a verdant expanse where the Carolina sun casts long shadows across fields of pine and oak. It lies 15.2 miles north-north-east of Columbia, SC (from Columbia, SC: bearing 13°T), and is situated 13.4 miles north-north-east of St. Andrews. The air here often carries a subtle sweetness, a blend of blooming honeysuckle in warmer months and the crisp, earthy scent of damp soil after a summer shower. It’s a place where the sky feels expansive, a canvas for the slow drift of clouds, and where the quiet hum of cicadas forms a constant, natural soundtrack. Ancient oaks, their limbs gnarled like arthritic fingers, stand as stoic sentinels, their leaves whispering secrets to the passing breeze, hinting at a resilience born of seasons endured. The terrain, characterized by its subtle elevations and meandering drainage, shapes the way water flows, feeding the small creeks that thread through the surrounding woods, their banks softened by moss and fallen leaves. The history of Blythewood is etched not in grand monuments, but in the persistence of its agricultural roots and the quiet determination of its people. Once a significant stop on the railroad, the town's economy, while diversifying, still draws strength from the fertile soil that surrounds it, with farming and agribusiness remaining vital threads in its fabric. You can still sense the echoes of its past in the enduring charm of its older structures and the familiar faces that greet you at the local market. This locality cultivates a distinct character, a blend of Southern hospitality and a grounded practicality, where the pace of life allows for genuine connection and the appreciation of simple, enduring beauty. The presence of significant educational institutions nearby contributes to a dynamic yet unhurried atmosphere, fostering a sense of community that is both welcoming and deeply rooted.
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About This Blythewood Map Page
This page provides an interactive Google map of Blythewood, 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 Blythewood and Richland County. Coordinates and population data are also included.
Location data for Blythewood 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 Blythewood 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. |
