Welcome to the Town of Central Your Hometown

The Town of Central is located in Pickens County, South Carolina, in the northwest corner of the state, positioned strategically midway between Atlanta, Georgia and Charlotte, North Carolina. The area is known for its lusciousness natural landscapes with nearby proximity to the upstate's most vibrant areas including Downtown Greenville, Clemson University, Lake Keowee, Lake Hartwell, Lake Jocassee, and the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Central is home to approximately 5000 permanent residents as well as the students and faculty of Southern Wesleyan University, located in Central, and Clemson University and Tri-County Technical College, located nearby. Main Street Central is a small but charming retail district in the center of town that offers a variety of local shops, restaurants, and events.

We welcome you to shop, play, dine, in Central and you may even want to make it your home!

Recent News

Information Regarding PUD Development and Annexation

9/11/2024

COMMENTS from Paige Bowers, Planning Commission regarding PUD Development and Annexation in the Town of Central

Tonight, I wanted to try to address some concerns that individuals have about the recent annexations & the PUD Development.

Let’s start with the PUD development. Typically, with...

Central is Annexing Property?

8/6/2024

News from the Mayor regarding lastest Annexation Plans

The purpose of this isn’t to change anyone’s mind; it’s to explain what Town Council is proposing with regards to annexation. Whether it’s a good idea is up for each person to decide. And that’s OK. Reasonable people can disagree. Reasonable...