Newry South Carolina Map

About Newry, South Carolina

Newry is a locality in Oconee County, South Carolina, United States. It is a small community with a population of 412. The population density is 155.2 people per km². Newry is located at 34.7251°N, 82.9099°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 29665.

Newry rests in the rolling foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, where the land begins its gentle ascent toward loftier peaks. It lies 21.3 miles north-west of Anderson, SC (from Anderson, SC: bearing 316°T), and is situated 5.0 miles north-west of Clemson. The air here carries the scent of pine and damp earth, especially after a summer rain, and the sunlight filters through a canopy of hardwoods, casting shifting patterns on winding country roads. Small farms and wooded tracts define the landscape, punctuated by the occasional weathered barn and the murmur of unseen creeks. The terrain is a study in subtle contours, a landscape that invites slow exploration rather than hurried transit, where the very act of breathing feels a little deeper, a little more connected to the soil. The story of Newry is deeply entwined with the textile mills that once dominated its economy, their brick structures now standing as silent sentinels to a bygone era of industry. These mills, powered by the nearby waters, drew generations of families to the area, shaping its cultural character and leaving behind a legacy of hardworking resilience. While the hum of looms has faded, the spirit of community persists, a quiet strength evident in the enduring local businesses and the unhurried rhythm of daily life. The land itself, shaped by agriculture and industry, now offers a peaceful refuge, a place where the past whispers through the rustling leaves and the present unfolds with a quiet grace.

About This Newry Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Newry, South Carolina — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 34.725102, -82.909869. 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 Newry and Oconee County.

Detailed location data for Newry includes the ZIP code (29665), telephone area code (864), county seat of Oconee County (Walhalla), and school district assignment (Oconee County School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Newry is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.