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Rock Hill South Carolina Map

Explore Rock Hill, South Carolina, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Rock Hill, South Carolina

How to Use This Rock Hill, South Carolina Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Rock Hill, South Carolina. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of South Carolina or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Rock Hill.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

CityRock Hill
StateSouth Carolina (SC)
CountyYork County
CountryUnited States of America
TimezoneEastern Time (America/New_York)
Latitude34.943092
Longitude-81.020645
Population74,372
Density736.4 /km²
IncorporatedYes
ZIP Codes29180, 29730, 29733, 29732
Area Code803, 864
County SeatYork
School DistrictYork School District 3

About Rock Hill, South Carolina

Rock Hill is a locality in York County, South Carolina, United States. It has a population of 74,372. The population density is 736.4 people per km². Rock Hill is located at 34.9431°N, 81.0206°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Rock Hill is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 29180, 29730, 29733.

Rock Hill occupies a significant position within the Piedmont landscape, characterized by an undulating terrain that rises toward the modest elevations of the India Hook Hills in the distance. It lies 6.9 miles south of Tega Cay, SC (from Tega Cay, SC: bearing 179°T), and is situated 7.3 miles southwest of Fort Mill. The atmosphere here possesses a distinct clarity, particularly during the transition of seasons when the light turns a pale, translucent gold across the open fields and woodland patches. Manchester Creek meanders through the landscape, providing a quiet, rhythmic presence that defines the local topography, while the expansive waters of Lake Wylie lie just a short distance away, tempering the warmth of the summer afternoons. The soil is rich and firm, anchoring the environment in a sense of permanence that distinguishes Rock Hill from the flatter, softer lands found further toward the interior.

Rock Hill emerged as a purposeful development along the path of the railroad, which served as the primary artery for trade and migration during the nineteenth century. The settlement grew with a deliberate pace, drawing those who sought to cultivate the land and participate in the burgeoning commerce of the region. Over the decades, Rock Hill evolved from a transit point into a center of industry, reflecting the broader patterns of development that shaped the backcountry of the Carolinas. This history remains visible in the architecture of the older districts, where the brickwork and layout of the streets suggest a time when the arrival of the locomotive dictated the pulse of daily existence.

Economic life in Rock Hill has transitioned from its early reliance on textile manufacturing toward a more diverse landscape of modern enterprise and professional services. The infrastructure supports a robust network of businesses, while Winthrop University stands as a primary intellectual and institutional pillar, drawing students and scholars to its campus. This academic presence influences the local economy, fostering a climate that values growth and technical proficiency. As the region continues to develop, Rock Hill maintains a balance between its industrial heritage and the demands of a contemporary workforce, ensuring that the rhythm of commerce remains steady and well-supported by the regional transportation network.

Cultural life in Rock Hill is defined by a variety of gatherings and local traditions that bring residents together throughout the year. Fountain Park serves as a focal point for civic activity, offering a quiet, green space that hosts community events and provides a common ground for the public. The town maintains a deep interest in athletics, supporting a range of collegiate programs that generate considerable local enthusiasm. Residents often gather at established venues to observe annual festivals, which punctuate the calendar and provide a sense of continuity. While Rock Hill has seen many changes, the character of the place is held together by these shared experiences and the enduring influence of the landscape that surrounds it.

Nearby Outdoor Places

  • Winthrop Eagle Statue (Public Artwork) — 0.6 mi, 253° W
  • Cherry Park (Local Park) — 0.8 mi, 037° NE
  • Northside Recreation Center (Local Recreation) — 0.8 mi, 136° SE
  • Stadium Park (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 243° SW
  • Boyd Hill Recreation Center (Local Recreation) — 1.1 mi, 266° W
  • Main Street Children's Museum (Museum) — 1.2 mi, 196° S
  • Rock Hill Civil Rights Memorial (Monument) — 1.3 mi, 203° SW
  • Rock Hill Blackjacks Heritage Preserve / Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 2.6 mi, 181° S
  • Carhartt Mansion (Historic Ruins) — 4.1 mi, 058° NE
  • Women of the Confederacy Memorial (Monument) — 6.2 mi, 044° NE
  • To the Faithful Slaves (Monument) — 6.2 mi, 044° NE
  • Acting Out Studio (Theatre) — 6.5 mi, 027° NE
  • Catawba Cultural Center (Museum) — 8.2 mi, 110° E
  • Knights Stadium (Historic Ruins) — 8.4 mi, 026° NE
  • Illuminate Studio (Arts Centre) — 11.0 mi, 027° NE
  • Wetland Overlook (Viewpoint) — 12.6 mi, 038° NE
  • Landsford Canal State Park (State Park) — 12.8 mi, 143° SE
  • Audubon Amphitheater (Theatre) — 12.9 mi, 052° NE
  • Big Rock (Attraction) — 13.6 mi, 053° NE
  • Andrew Jackson State Park (State Park) — 13.7 mi, 119° SE
  • METALmorphosis (Attraction) — 14.9 mi, 016° N
  • Coach Ken Waldron Field (Stadium) — 15.1 mi, 038° NE
  • Battle of Wahab's Plantation (Registered Battlefield) — 15.7 mi, 111° E
  • Divine Custom Frame & Eight Legs Gallery (Gallery) — 15.8 mi, 095° E
  • Abandoned Charlotte Delivery Service Truck and Car (Attraction) — 17.4 mi, 033° NE
  • Sumter National Forest (National Forest) — 25.4 mi, 240° SW · 375k acres

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About This Rock Hill Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Rock Hill, South Carolina. Coordinates: 34.943092, -81.020645. 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 Rock Hill includes the ZIP code (29180, 29730, 29733), telephone area code (803, 864), county seat of York County (York), and school district assignment (York School District 3).

Search Maps opens a second, independent map. It searches OpenStreetMap for any US town, county or landmark by name; offers USGS topographic maps and USGS aerial imagery as base layers; overlays a labelled U.S. National Grid (USNG) so the map can be read like a printed topographic quad; measures distance and grid, true and magnetic bearings between any two points; and takes a single GPS fix reporting your position as a USNG grid reference and as latitude and longitude. Map tiles require cell coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map cannot load.

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 generatedSeptember 2026
Location dataSimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data
Map layersGoogle Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model)
Wikipedia validationArticle content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API.