South Carolina
159
Local Posts
39
Counties Served
44
With Websites
151
With Phone
Contact Information Coverage
Top Counties by Legion Posts
Richland County
9 posts
Lexington County
8 posts
Saluda County
8 posts
Spartanburg County
8 posts
Sumter County
8 posts
Charleston County
7 posts
Horry County
7 posts
Aiken County
6 posts
Orangeburg County
6 posts
York County
6 posts
Veteran Population
393,684
Total Veterans
7.6%
of Population
347,684
Male Veterans
46,000
Female Veterans
Veterans by Service Era
| Era | Veterans | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Post-9/11 | 66,658 | 16.9% |
| Gulf War Era | 170,368 | 43.3% |
| Vietnam Era | 131,669 | 33.4% |
| Korean Conflict | 18,662 | 4.7% |
| World War II | 4,065 | 0.9% |
| Peacetime | 4,384,943 | 21.5% |
About South Carolina
Famous for its historical sites and warm climate, South Carolina offers various benefits for veterans, including tax exemptions, employment assistance, and healthcare services.