Welcome to the Town of Ridgeville Ridgeville, South Carolina… A Great Place to Live, Work, and Grow!

Welcome to Ridgeville, South Carolina—a small yet spirited community nestled in the heart of Dorchester County and part of the vibrant Charleston–North Charleston–Summerville metropolitan area. Established in the early 1800s, Ridgeville first thrived as one of the first stations on the South Carolina Railroad line between Charleston and Hamburg, thanks to its strategic location atop a ridge between the Four Holes and Cypress swamps. The nearby Cypress Methodist Camp Ground, founded around the Great Awakening in 1794 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, stands as a testament to our town’s enduring cultural legacy.

With a population of approximately 1,672 as of 2020, Ridgeville offers a close-knit, welcoming atmosphere where community values, environmental stewardship, and historical preservation are at the forefront. Our community’s future shines bright—with thoughtful development plans and the potential for a revitalized, walkable downtown that blends modern conveniences with our rich heritage and warm small-town spirit. We invite you to explore what makes Ridgeville a great place to live, work, and grow.