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East Gaffney, SC

South Carolina · Cherokee County

East Gaffney is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 3,169. Residents earn $26,314 per year, which is 65% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,169 Population 1,049/sq mi density
$26,314 Median Income $20,599 per capita
$78,900 Home Value $179,738 Zillow
$753 Median Rent 27.9% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
670 Violent Crime/100K 3,935 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$26,314 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$78,900 home value, $753/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
670 violent crimes/100K (76% above avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $26,314
65% lower than US avg
Home Value $78,900
72% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 670/100K
76% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.3%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $753
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.6%
42% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.7%
123% higher than US avg

How East Gaffney Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population3,169
Median Age41.7 yrs
Density1,049/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Veterans9.9%

Economy

C
Median Income$26,314
Per Capita$20,599
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty27.7%
County GDP$2,342M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$78,900
Rent$753
Ownership76.7%
Zillow$179,738
Housing Units1,768
Rent Burden27.9%

Crime

F
Violent670/100K
Property3,935/100K

Health

Obesity45.6%
Uninsured20.2%
Smoking25.3%
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease8.6%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.4 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation722 ft (220 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.3%
High School+86.4%
Graduate+10.7%
School Score4.45

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute22 min
Broadband64.4%
EV Stations3
Libraries3

Is East Gaffney a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Gaffney receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. East Gaffney has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Gaffney is $26,314, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. The poverty rate of 27.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Gaffney is $78,900, 72% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $753 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 670 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,935 per 100,000, 101% above the national average.

Education

11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

East Gaffney enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

East Gaffney has a population of 3,169 with a density of 1,049 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles. The median age is 41.7 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.4% female and 50.6% male. The city is predominantly White (67%), with 30.7% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 9.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 12.3% of residents have a disability. 86.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,169
Total Population
1,049
People / sq mi
41.7yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

East Gaffney vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

East Gaffney vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Gaffney is $26,314, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,599 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $928, 35% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 27.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 988 business establishments, including 86 restaurants. The cost of living index is 93.7, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 1.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: East Gaffney vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,314
65% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,599
Avg Weekly Wage$928
IRS Avg AGI$54,729
Gini Index0.475 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate27.7%
123% above US avg
Establishments (County)988
County GDP$2,342M

Business (County)

Restaurants86
Healthcare80
Retail197
Manufacturing65

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,948
44% below US avg
Cost of Living93.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.6 min
Drive Alone92.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

The median home value in East Gaffney is $78,900, 72% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $179,738, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 85.1% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $753 (35% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $982 for a one-bedroom to $1,155 for a two-bedroom apartment. 76.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,768 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1972. The average annual property tax is $1,948 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 27.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$78,900
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$179,738
Median List Price$172,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$172,000
$/Sq Ft$91
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio85.1%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$753
35% below US avg
Rent Burden27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$928
1 Bedroom$982
2 Bedrooms$1,155
3 Bedrooms$1,450
4 Bedrooms$1,699

Ownership & Property

Homeownership76.7%
Owner-Occupied76.7%
Renter-Occupied23.3%
Housing Units1,768
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,948
44% below US avg
Effective Rate2.47%
In East Gaffney, 45.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 17.8% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 8.6% of residents, above the national average. 42.7% have high blood pressure. 25.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 14.5% report binge drinking. 41.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 26.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 23.0% experience frequent mental distress. 20.2% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,950. The dentist ratio is 1:3,741. 58.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.7 out of 10.

Health Metrics: East Gaffney vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.6%
42% above US avg
Diabetes17.8%
Heart Disease8.6%
High Blood Pressure42.7%
Asthma11.5%
COPD12.7%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke5.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking25.3%
81% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.5%
Physical Inactivity41.1%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress23.0%
Physical Distress20.0%
Short Sleep44.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.7%
Uninsured20.2%
135% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,950
Dentists1:3,741
Mental Health1:1,157
Checkup Rate77.7%
Dental Visits45.1%
Premature Death14,798/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access58.1%
Healthcare Facilities80
East Gaffney has a violent crime rate of 670 per 100,000 residents, 76% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,935 per 100,000, 101% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 16 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, East Gaffney receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: East Gaffney vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent670.2/100K
76% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property3,934.7/100K
101% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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East Gaffney enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.0 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 722 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.2°F
10% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation722 ft (220 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.9 km²)
Population Density1,049/sq mi
Coordinates35.0854°N, 81.6243°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyCherokee County County
Nearest AirportGreenville Spartanburg International (GSP)
36 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.4"
33% above US avg
Snowfall 4.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.04"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.31"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score69.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability63.0 / 100
Community Resilience26.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively High
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

43 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 23, 2025.

Feb 15, 2014 12 km ENE of Parksville, South Carolina M4.1 147 km
Apr 13, 1998 9 km S of Kershaw, South Carolina M3.9 116 km
Jun 29, 2022 6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina M3.6 131 km
Jun 29, 2022 6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina M3.5 131 km
Jun 26, 2022 6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina M3.4 131 km
Jan 3, 1992 4 km ENE of Willington, South Carolina M3.4 143 km
May 9, 2022 5 km ESE of Elgin, South Carolina M3.3 132 km
Jun 4, 2023 4 km NNW of West Canton, North Carolina M3.2 126 km
Jun 5, 1998 4 km SSE of Mooresville, North Carolina M3.2 92 km
Aug 23, 2025 3 km N of Coronaca, South Carolina M3.0 99 km
Feb 16, 2014 13 km WNW of Edgefield, South Carolina M3.0 145 km
Aug 4, 2007 12 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina M3.0 61 km
Jan 1, 1993 4 km SSW of Spruce Pine, North Carolina M3.0 98 km
Aug 25, 2013 3 km NNE of Blowing Rock, North Carolina M2.9 120 km
Feb 18, 2005 7 km ENE of Irmo, South Carolina M2.9 117 km
Aug 23, 2025 3 km NNW of Coronaca, South Carolina M2.9 99 km
Mar 6, 2006 3 km W of Burnsville, North Carolina M2.8 112 km
Feb 12, 2021 8 km SW of Banner Hill, Tennessee M2.8 134 km
May 23, 2023 4 km N of West Canton, North Carolina M2.8 125 km
May 10, 2022 5 km E of Elgin, South Carolina M2.8 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Ian (2022, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Ian Category 1 299 km
2016 Matthew Category 1 299 km
2004 Charley Category 1 298 km
2004 Gaston Category 1 298 km
1996 Fran Category 1 266 km
1989 Hugo Category 4 64 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

409 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 23 fatalities, 523 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 7, 1998 EF4 90 km 0
May 5, 1989 EF4 28 km 2
May 5, 1989 EF4 82 km 1
May 5, 1989 EF4 43 km 4
Mar 28, 1984 EF4 84 km 5
Mar 15, 2008 EF3 96 km 0
Aug 16, 1994 EF3 52 km 0
Mar 27, 1994 EF3 51 km 0
Oct 18, 1990 EF3 87 km 0
Mar 28, 1984 EF3 87 km 0
Dec 13, 1973 EF3 99 km 1
May 27, 1973 EF3 81 km 0
May 10, 1952 EF3 65 km 2
May 5, 2020 EF2 77 km 0
Apr 25, 2020 EF2 73 km 0
Apr 13, 2020 EF2 96 km 0
Feb 6, 2020 EF2 22 km 0
Oct 23, 2017 EF2 10 km 0
Oct 23, 2017 EF2 76 km 0
Oct 23, 2017 EF2 36 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BRUSHY RIDGE (12,405 ac, 2000).

Year Name Acres Distance
2000 BRUSHY RIDGE 12,405 90 km
2016 PARTY ROCK 8,572 71 km
2016 PINNACLE MOUNTAIN 7,869 100 km
2007 LINVILLE COMPLEX (DOBSON KNOB) 7,151 87 km
2016 CHESTNUT KNOB 6,418 59 km
2010 BURNING UNIT 5,567 47 km
1985 UNNAMED 4,610 69 km
2022 LOST BEAR RX FY2022 4,276 88 km
2017 WHITE CREEK 4,166 87 km
2016 CLEAR CREEK 3,493 83 km
2010 C-94-95 133 RX 3,192 69 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,976 92 km
2010 UNNAMED 2,909 71 km
2015 UNNAMED 2,690 63 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,514 61 km
2009 UNNAMED 2,458 65 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,395 52 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,362 54 km
2013 UNNAMED 2,274 65 km
2013 UNNAMED 2,237 61 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 4.3 in Coldest
February 44°F (6°C) 4.2 in
March 51°F (11°C) 5.0 in Wettest
April 59°F (15°C) 3.3 in Driest
May 67°F (19°C) 4.3 in
June 75°F (24°C) 4.3 in
July 78°F (26°C) 4.5 in Warmest
August 77°F (25°C) 4.5 in
September 71°F (22°C) 3.9 in
October 60°F (15°C) 3.9 in
November 51°F (10°C) 3.5 in
December 43°F (6°C) 4.0 in

East Gaffney has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 40°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.0") and April the driest (3.3").

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East Gaffney is located in Cherokee County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 11.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 66% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. 10.7% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 75.3% of the vote, a 51.4-point margin. 64.4% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 80 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 92.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.3%
D 23.9%

Winner: Republican by 51.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.3%
66% below US avg
High School+86.4%
Graduate Degree+10.7%
School Test Score4.45
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,049/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi
CountyCherokee County County

Services

Broadband Access64.4%
Avg Download Speed153.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed24.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities80
Restaurants86
Retail Stores197

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.6 min
Drive Alone92.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.1%
Average costs for common services in East Gaffney. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $234 ($141–$375)
Specialist Visit $328 ($187–$515)
Urgent Care Visit $187 ($94–$328)
Emergency Room Visit $2,061 ($750–$4,685)
Dental Cleaning $122 ($70–$187)
Dental Filling $234 ($141–$375)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $42 ($23–$70)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $70 ($47–$112)
Brake Pad Replacement $281 ($141–$469)
Tire Rotation $37 ($19–$70)
New Tires (Set of 4) $562 ($375–$937)
Battery Replacement $187 ($94–$328)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $94 ($56–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour) $84 ($47–$131)
HVAC Repair $375 ($141–$750)
HVAC System Install $6,559 ($3,748–$11,244)
Roof Repair $937 ($375–$1,874)
Roof Replacement $8,433 ($5,154–$14,055)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,406 ($469–$3,280)
Divorce (Contested) $14,055 ($4,685–$28,110)
DUI Defense $4,685 ($1,874–$9,370)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,406 ($750–$2,811)
Will Preparation $469 ($187–$937)
Trust Preparation $2,343 ($937–$4,685)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $23 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut $52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full) $141 ($70–$234)
Manicure $23 ($14–$42)
Pedicure $37 ($23–$61)
Massage (1 Hour) $75 ($47–$122)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.84 ($2.81–$5.15)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.28 ($2.34–$4.69)
Loaf of Bread $3.56 ($2.34–$5.15)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.22 ($2.81–$6.09)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.15 ($3.75–$7.03)
Rice (per lb) $0.94 ($0.56–$1.69)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $131 ($75–$234)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $66 ($37–$112)
Internet (Monthly) $66 ($37–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly) $80 ($47–$141)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $187 ($70–$469)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,874 ($1,124–$3,280)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $66 ($28–$122)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.50–$23)
Car Registration (Annual) $94 ($28–$234)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14–$70)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,124 ($562–$2,343)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $937 ($469–$1,874)
After-School Care (Monthly) $375 ($187–$656)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $47 ($23–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $937 ($375–$2,343)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,713 ($4,685–$28,110)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $56 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $94 ($47–$187)
Dog Grooming $56 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $37 ($19–$70)
Dog Spay/Neuter $281 ($141–$469)
Cat Spay/Neuter $187 ($94–$375)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$488
Toddler$488
Preschool$423
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$503
Toddler$503
Preschool$546
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Cherokee County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 5,082 71 $62,792 3.42
Retail Trade 2,306 194 $29,826 1.28
Accommodation & Food Services 1,751 100 $21,125 1.07
Transportation & Warehousing 1,212 32 $50,964 1.58
Health Care & Social Assistance 1,014 102 $37,165 0.39
Administrative & Waste Services 939 44 $41,111 0.88
Construction 808 90 $72,963 0.85
Wholesale Trade 678 32 $52,021 0.95
Educational Services 584 10 $41,816 1.56
Other Services 418 72 $30,460 0.77
Finance & Insurance 253 52 $69,097 0.35
Arts & Entertainment 197 14 $27,261 0.65
Real Estate 115 32 $55,352 0.41
Utilities 84 7 $103,160 1.22
Information & Technology 38 10 $51,415 0.11

Radio Stations near East Gaffney

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BBN English AAC 64 kbps
BBN Korean online christian radio AAC 56 kbps
AM 1460 WBCU country AAC+ 32 kbps
WRHI news, talk AAC+ 32 kbps

Campgrounds Near East Gaffney

3 campgrounds found near East Gaffney.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Woods Ferry Campground (SC) 4.3/5 17 $7–$14
Sedalia Campground (SC) 4.2/5 12 $5–$150
Poulous Loop Group Campground (SC) 1 Free

National Parks Near East Gaffney

31 national parks and monuments found near East Gaffney.

ParkTypeFee
Andrew Jackson State Park State Park Free
Blue Ridge Parkway Parkway Free
Bobs Creek State Natural Area State Park Free
Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Chester State Park State Park Free
Chimney Rock State Park State Park Free
Cowpens National Battlefield National Battlefield Free
Croft State Park State Park Free
Crowders Mountain State Park State Park Free
Fonta Flora State Trail State Park Free
Jones Gap State Park State Park Free
Kings Mountain National Military Park National Military Park Free
Kings Mountain State Park State Park Free
Lake Greenwood State Park State Park Free
Lake James State Park State Park Free
Lake James State Park State Park Free
Lake Norman State Park State Park Free
Lake Wateree State Park State Park Free
Landsford Canal State Park State Park Free
Linville River State Natural and Scenic River State Park Free
Mount Mitchell State Park State Park Free
Ninety Six National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail National Historic Trail Free
Paris Mountain State Park State Park Free
Pineola State Natural Area State Park Free
Sesquicentennial State Park State Park Free
South Mountains State Park State Park Free
Sugar Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free
Wildcat Wayside State Park State Park Free
Wilderness Gateway State Trail State Park Free
Yellow Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free

Trails Near East Gaffney

22 trails found near East Gaffney.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
PALMETTO TRAIL (EN) 7.7 NATIVE MATERIAL
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL 5.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
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Museums in East Gaffney

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
WILLIAMS OBSERVATORYSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM7044064000$83,551,697
WINNIE DAVIS MUSEUM OF HISTORYHISTORY MUSEUM8644897151$50,308,456
WALNUT GROVE PLANTATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION8645766546$277,196
BROAD RIVER ANTIQUE POWER ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$20,706
BROAD RIVER BASIN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CHEROKEE COUNTY HISTORY AND ARTS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM301 S JOHNSON STREET8644893988
CHEROKEE COUNTY HISTORY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM301 COLLEGE DRIVE8644893988
CLEVELAND COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 13357044828186
COWPENS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
INTERNATIONAL LINEMANS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUMPO BOX 4817044827638
KINGS MOUNTAIN NATIONAL MILITARY PARKHISTORIC PRESERVATION8649367921
LATTIMORE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MUSEUM OF WESTERN YORK COUNTYHISTORY MUSEUM8039270700
RUTHERFORD COUNTY FARM MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8282481248

Libraries in East Gaffney

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
CHEROKEE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY300 E. RUTLEDGE AVENUE0.0165,120
CLEVELAND COUNTY MEMORIAL LIBRARY104 HOWIE DR0.0144,163

Farmers Markets in East Gaffney

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Foothills Farmers' Market, Inc.126 W. Marion Street01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016Wed: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Foothills Farmers' Market, Inc.126 W. Marion StreetWed: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Gaffney Station Farmers Market Gaffney Station Farmers MarketCorner of Frederick St. and Granard St.
Rutherford County Farmers Market172 Depot Street04/26/2014 to 10/28/2014Tue: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Tri-City Tailgate Farmers' Market Tri-City Mall, beside Retro Cinema

Restaurants in East Gaffney

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Arsenal

Gas Stations in East Gaffney

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Circle K

Cell Towers in East Gaffney

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
137 PLEASANT GROVE ROAD (153536)GTOWER126
137 PLEASANT GROVE ROAD (153536)GTOWER126
3510 FURMAN FINLEY HIGHWAY (153679)GTOWER121
3510 FURMAN FINLEY HIGHWAY (153679)GTOWER121
178 THICKETTY MTN TRAIL (66033)GTOWER98
178 THICKETTY MTN TRAIL (66033)GTOWER98
138 WEST LEE STREET (Lattimore - NC RSA 4B3)TOWER98
1775 E DIXON BLVDTOWER95
399 Rock Cut Rd (154190)LTOWER92
399 Rock Cut Rd (154190)LTOWER92
370 PARKER ROAD (65912)GTOWER87
370 PARKER ROAD (65912)GTOWER87
311 WHITAKER MOUNTAIN ROAD (66092)LTOWER81
311 WHITAKER MOUNTAIN ROAD (66092)LTOWER81
1.8 MI W OF KINGS MOUNTAINTOWER59

Bridges in East Gaffney

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous200465957,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200214530,650G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous200214530,650G
Tee BeamConcrete19581209,300F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20132548,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19956066,600F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19801804,200F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20011313,200G
SlabConcrete2011412,100G
SlabConcrete2010902,000G
SlabConcrete2016451,450G
SlabConcrete1970601,450F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19582261,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19841201,200F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1954321,000F
SlabConcrete1974601,000F
SlabPrestressed concrete201670550G
SlabConcrete197160375F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete195875350P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous2004155350G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196090325F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195439325P
SlabPrestressed concrete1991100300F
CulvertConcrete197726275G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1999260200G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete2023130125G

Superfund Sites Near East Gaffney

6 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
ALCOA HOME EXTERIORS INC100 CELLWOOD PLACECHEROKEE
BROAD RIVER ENERGY CENTER1124 VICTORY TRAIL ROADCHEROKEE
BROAD RIVER ENERGY CENTER1124 VICTORY TRAIL ROADCHEROKEE
BROAD RIVER ENERGY LLCSOUTH CAROLINA HIGHWAY 329CHEROKEE
ELECTRIC GLASS FIBER AMERICA LLC940 WASHBURN SWITCH RDCLEVELAND
EXOPACK LLC345 CEDAR SPRINGS AVESPARTANBURG

Airports Near East Gaffney

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Charlotte Douglas International AirportCLTLarge Airport
Greenville Downtown AirportGMUMedium Airport
Greenville-Spartanburg International AirportGSPMedium Airport
Hickory Regional AirportHKYMedium Airport
Ashley FieldSmall Airport
Boomerang AirportSmall Airport
Carolina Cow Country AirportSmall Airport
Chandelle AirportSmall Airport
Chester Catawba Regional AirportSmall Airport
Cleveland AirportSmall Airport
Clute's Hilltop AirportSmall Airport
Clyde Valley AirportSmall Airport
Crooked Fence Farm AirportSmall Airport
Dirt Dobber's Grass StripSmall Airport
Dry Pond AirportSmall Airport
Duncan AirportSmall Airport
Fairview AirportSmall Airport
Falls LandingSmall Airport
Fly Sky AirportSmall Airport
Flying Bj AirportSmall Airport
Foothills Regional AirportMRNSmall Airport
Fox Haven Plantation AirportSmall Airport
Fulton FieldSmall Airport
Gastonia Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Green Pond AirportSmall Airport
Horseshoe Landing AirportSmall Airport
Indian Creek AirportSmall Airport
Jeffords AirportSmall Airport
La Dolce Terra AirportSmall Airport
Lake Norman AirparkSmall Airport
Laneys AirportSmall Airport
Laughing Crow AirparkSmall Airport
Laurens County AirportSmall Airport
Lincolnton Lincoln County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Little Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Long Island AirparkSmall Airport
Mountain Ridge AirportSmall Airport
Mountain View AirportSmall Airport
Northbrook International Ultraport UltralightportSmall Airport
Oakhill AirparkSmall Airport
Paradise LandingSmall Airport
Parker FieldSmall Airport
Patton Valley AirportSmall Airport
Pearson's Farm AirportSmall Airport
Rebel Air FieldSmall Airport
Riverbend AirparkSmall Airport
Rizzy Ridge AirportSmall Airport
Rock Hill - York County AirportRKHSmall Airport
Rondo AirportSmall Airport
Rutherford County Marchman FieldSmall Airport

Police Stations in East Gaffney

5 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Chesnee PD
Forest City Police Department
Pacolet Police Department110 Sunset Drive
Shelby Police311 South Lafayette Street
Shelby Police Department311 South Lafayette Street

Grocery Stores in East Gaffney

10 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
7-Eleven 42686HConvenience Store547 Shelby Hwy
Circle K 2723438Convenience Store403 Shelby Hwy
DOLLAR GENERAL 19527Other1713 Cherokee Ave
Dollar General Market 13349Super Store1236 N Limestone St
Gaffney Stop And ShopConvenience Store1116 Cherokee Ave
H & K Food MartConvenience Store1005 N Limestone St
INGLES MARKETS 203Supermarket410 WEST THIRD
Prk 1 LlcConvenience Store1119 Cherokee Ave
SpamgroupllcConvenience Store1614 Cherokee Ave
Wood FarmFarmers and Markets414 Mikes Creek Rd

Treatment Centers in East Gaffney

6 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Cherokee County Commission on - Alcohol and Drug AbuseSubstance Abuse864-487-2721
Clear Skye Treatment CenterSubstance Abuse800-792-9030
Integrated Care of Greater Hickory - ICGH ShelbyBoth828-322-5915
Phoenix Counseling CenterSubstance Abuse704-396-6747
Preferred Choice HealthcareSubstance Abuse704-487-4000
Spartanburg Area Mental Health Center - Cherokee Mental Health ClinicMental Health864-487-2710

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Frequently Asked Questions About East Gaffney

What is the population of East Gaffney?

East Gaffney has a population of 3,169 residents and is located in South Carolina. The population density is 1,049 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.4% female and 50.6% male.

Is East Gaffney expensive to live in?

East Gaffney is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 93.7 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $26,314, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $78,900 (72% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $753 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is East Gaffney safe?

Public safety is a concern in East Gaffney, with a violent crime rate of 670 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,935 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, East Gaffney receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in East Gaffney?

East Gaffney enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 50.4 inches, with 4.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in East Gaffney?

The job market in East Gaffney is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $928. There are 988 business establishments in the area, including 86 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 1.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in East Gaffney?

The median home value in East Gaffney is $78,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $179,738. For renters, the median monthly rent is $753. Fair market rent is $982 for a 1-bedroom and $1,155 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 76.7%. The average annual property tax is $1,948.

How are the schools in East Gaffney?

Schools in East Gaffney have an average test score of 4.4 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 11.3% of adults in East Gaffney hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. 10.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is East Gaffney?

The obesity rate in East Gaffney is 45.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 25.3% of adults are smokers. 41.1% are physically inactive. 26.5% of residents report depression. 20.2% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 58.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,950.

What is transportation like in East Gaffney?

The average commute in East Gaffney is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 92.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 1.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of East Gaffney?

The racial and ethnic makeup of East Gaffney is 67% White, 30.7% Black or African American. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 9.9% of the population are military veterans. 12.3% of residents have a disability. 86.7% have health insurance coverage.

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