Georgia vs. South Carolina: Size Comparison

By the Numbers

What That Means

• Georgia is ~86% larger (1.86×) in total area.
• Georgia’s land area is 91% greater.
• Georgia ranks 24th nationally; South Carolina 40th.
• Georgia’s dimensions: ~300 mi N–S × 230 mi E–W. SC: ~200 mi × 260 mi.

Geographic Context

Georgia spans five physiographic provinces (Appalachian Plateau, Ridge & Valley, Blue Ridge, Piedmont, Coastal Plain). South Carolina has three (Blue Ridge, Piedmont, Coastal Plain)—contributing to Georgia’s greater ecological and topographic diversity.