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West Columbia, South Carolina

West Columbia, formerly Brookland, is a city and commuter town in the suburban eastern sections of Lexington County, South Carolina, United States.
Population 17,416

Top Events in West Columbia History

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1894Government
== History == West Columbia was incorporated in 1894 as "Brookland", but the U.S.
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1936Government
In 1936, the name was changed to "West Columbia" to emphasize its proximity to Columbia, the capital.
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2000History
=== 2000 census === As of the census of 2000, there were 13,064 people, 5,968 households, and 3,300 families residing in the city.
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2008History
The 2008 South Carolina Learjet 60 crash occurred just before midnight on September 19, 2008, when a Learjet 60 (registration N999LJ) crashed while taking off from Columbia Metr...

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Historical Timeline

1894Government
== History == West Columbia was incorporated in 1894 as "Brookland", but the U.S.
1936Government
In 1936, the name was changed to "West Columbia" to emphasize its proximity to Columbia, the capital.
2000History
=== 2000 census === As of the census of 2000, there were 13,064 people, 5,968 households, and 3,300 families residing in the city.
2008History
The 2008 South Carolina Learjet 60 crash occurred just before midnight on September 19, 2008, when a Learjet 60 (registration N999LJ) crashed while taking off from Columbia Metr...

Did You Know?

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West Columbia is located in the state of South Carolina.
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West Columbia has a population of 17,416 residents.
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As of the 2020 census, West Columbia had a population of 17,416.

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Famous People from West Columbia, South Carolina

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John E. King
Academic Administrator · Born Jul 29, 1913 · Died Jun 28, 2008 (age 94)
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Jimmy Leawood Martin
Politician · Born Aug 24, 1934 · Age 91
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Duce Staley
Football Player, Coach · Born Feb 27, 1975 · Age 50
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George Jeffcoat
Baseball Player · Born Dec 24, 1913 · Died Oct 13, 1978 (age 64)
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Alan Wilson (politician)
Politician · Born Jul 16, 1973 · Age 52
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