Earthquake Risk in Charleston, SC
Charleston is a city of approximately 150,000 residents in South Carolina. Use the search tool below to get a detailed earthquake risk report for any address in the Charleston area, or browse the earthquake activity data below to understand the seismic context of this region.
There are 9 notable earthquakes recorded within 200 km of Charleston. The largest was a magnitude 3.6 5 km N of Sangaree, South Carolina on December 16, 2008. The nearest was 40 km away.
Notable Earthquakes Near Charleston
Significant earthquakes recorded within 200 km.
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M3.6 | 5 km N of Sangaree, South Carolina | 40 km | 15.4 km | Dec 16, 2008 |
| M3.6 | 6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina | 171 km | 2.8 km | Jun 29, 2022 |
| M3.5 | 6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina | 171 km | 2.7 km | Jun 29, 2022 |
| M3.0 | 5 km WSW of Irmo, South Carolina | 188 km | 0.1 km | Feb 26, 2026 |
| M2.9 | 7 km ENE of Irmo, South Carolina | 185 km | 0.7 km | Feb 18, 2005 |
| M2.8 | 4 km WSW of Irmo, South Carolina | 188 km | 3.9 km | Feb 13, 2026 |
| M2.6 | 1 km NW of Elko, South Carolina | 152 km | 1.6 km | Mar 27, 2009 |
| M2.6 | 4 km NW of New Ellenton, South Carolina | 182 km | 5.7 km | Sep 19, 2014 |
| M2.6 | 4 km SW of Summit, South Carolina | 188 km | 1.7 km | May 31, 2021 |