Chesterfield County

Chesterfield County is an administrative county in South Carolina, situated between Charlotte and Columbia. The area contains protected wildlife areas and several residential communities spread throughout the region.

The county was established in 1798 and named after Philip Stanhope, 4th Earl of Chesterfield, a British figure who opposed the Stamp Act. This choice honored someone who had criticized American taxation policies.

Early settlers from England, Wales, and Northern Ireland brought their Presbyterian traditions, which shaped how communities organized themselves and worshipped for generations.

The county offers residents online services for tax payments, vehicle registration, and access to geographic information systems. These resources help visitors and residents handle administrative tasks from home.

The Carolina Sandhills National Wildlife Refuge within the county protects local plant and animal species in their natural habitat. This area shelters many rare and native species adapted to the special conditions of sandhills ecosystems.

Location: South Carolina

Inception: 1798

Capital city: Chesterfield

Shares border with: Anson County, Richmond County, Marlboro County, Darlington County, Lee County, Kershaw County, Lancaster County, Union County

Website: http://chesterfieldcountysc.com

GPS coordinates: 34.64000,-80.16000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:25