"Focused on Our Region's Future"

Dorchester County, South Carolina is known worldwide for its natural beauty, historic plantations and bustling economy. The county is located in the Eastern part of the state and is bordered by Orangeburg, Berkeley, Colleton and Charleston counties. Though settled earlier, the county was created in 1897.

The population of the county continues to grow and reflects the economic state of the county. In 2005, a wide variety of companies invested $103 million in the county. Manufacturing, Wholesale and Retail Trade, Services, and Government continue to be the major employment sectors.

Today, visitors flock to Summerville to enjoy the natural beauty here. "The Flower Town in the Pines" Is known worldwide for its bountiful spring blossoms. After visiting, many choose to make Summerville their home. By 2005 Summerville had become South Carolina's third fastest growing city with an estimated population of 35,000.

People continue to be drawn to Summerville and Dorchester County not only for its economic assets and natural beauty, but also for a variety of reasons. Our county is home to some of the most recognized public and private schools in the state.

Several prestigious colleges and universities are just minutes from downtown Summerville, and housing in Dorchester County is some of the most affordable in the Lowcountry. Summerville offers its residents shopping centers, recreational activities, excellent medical facilities and southern hospitality with a modern and progressive outlook.

We welcome you to our community. For more information, please contact us at The Greater Summerville Dorchester County Chamber of Commerce at 843-873-2931.

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