Elevation
Highest point in South Carolina
The highest point in South Carolina is Sassafras Mountain, at 3,554 feet (1,083 meters) above sea level. It ranks 29th among the 50 state high points.
From Atlantic Ocean to Sassafras Mountain
South Carolina spans about 3,554 ft from its lowest point to its highest. A barometer carried from one to the other would fall by about 3.65 inHg, purely because there is less air overhead. Water that boils at 212 °F at the bottom boils at about 205 °F on top.
Live barometric pressure across South Carolina · How pressure changes with altitude
Elevation of cities in South Carolina
| City | Feet | Meters |
|---|---|---|
| Greenville, SC | 1,007 | 307 |
| Spartanburg, SC | 807 | 246 |
| Columbia, SC | 292 | 89 |
| Myrtle Beach, SC | 26 | 8 |
| Charleston, SC | 20 | 6 |
| Hilton Head Island, SC | 10 | 3 |
High points of nearby states
Elevations from Wikipedia’s list of US states by elevation (USGS and NGS data, CC BY-SA).
Frequently asked questions
What is the highest elevation in South Carolina?
The highest point in South Carolina is Sassafras Mountain, at 3,554 feet (1,083 meters) above sea level. That makes it the 29th highest state high point of the 50.
What is the lowest point in South Carolina?
The lowest point is Atlantic Ocean, at sea level.
What is the average elevation of South Carolina?
The mean elevation of South Carolina is about 351 feet (107 meters).
What is the air pressure at the top of Sassafras Mountain?
On a standard day about 26.27 inHg (890 hPa), 88% of sea-level pressure. Water boils there at about 205 °F (96 °C).