In rock Hill, South Carolina you can be sure to find a homegrown and warm sense of community as you live your life in this vibrant city. Rock Hill, founded in 1852 and incorporated in 1892, is located in the eastern central area of York County, South Carolina, 25 miles south of Charlotte, North Carolina. The City encompasses approximately 31.82 square miles. The 1999 population of the City is 52,592 with a total of 88,951 people living in the Greater Rock Hill area.

Since January 1988 the City has had 103 annexations. A total of 6,941.82 acres has been annexed by the City over this period, approximately 10.8478 square miles. These annexations have added 2,068 residents to the City. The City has achieved all annexations in spite of the most restrictive annexation laws in the nation.

Rock Hill is the economic envy of South Carolina. It is considered to be one of the most progressive municipalities in the State of South Carolina and has become a planning prototype for the entire Charlotte Metropolitan Statistical Area. The overall economic condition of the City continues to lead both state and national indicators. The approximate construction costs for all construction activity were more than $120,000,000.

In Rock Hill, you can be rest assured of a great quality of life in a booming city. Bring your family – heck, bring your friends! There’s more than enough room in Rock Hill, a great city for great Americans.