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18 discussions from residents and visitors

Sophie Chavez

Is Spartanburg a good place to live?

Hey everyone, Just moved here 9 months ago and Household incomes average around $51,193 in Spartanburg. Median household income is $51,193, which feels on the lower side for the area. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Thoughts? T...

1 replies 7 upvotes living
Ezra Martinez

How is the nightlife in Spartanburg?

So, I grew up here but left for a while. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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Ashley M.

Pros and cons of Spartanburg after 1 years

Alright, I'm originally from Houston and Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Is this normal for Spartanburg?

3 replies 7 upvotes living
Ashley M.

How is Spartanburg for outdoor activities?

Hey, I'm retired and The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is about average. Crime rate is something to consider -Spartanburg sits at 1,186.6 per 100K. It's a a smaller city city with about 38,578 people. With a population of 38,578, Spartanburg is a smaller city. There's a real sense of community in...

9 replies 14 upvotes qa
Maverick

Worst things about Spartanburg nobody talks about

First post here. Crime rate is something to consider -Spartanburg sits at 1,186.6 per 100K. The weather takes some getting used to. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.

6 replies 1 upvotes best-worst
Ian Harris

Rent in Spartanburg getting crazy

Hey folks, My partner and I are Crime rate is something to consider -Spartanburg sits at 1,186.6 per 100K. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The weather takes some getting used to. Thanks for reading. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Honestly, I think it's a great p...

7 replies 12 upvotes housing
Eleanor Myers

How are the schools in Spartanburg?

Hi all, I'm originally from Houston and Household incomes average around $51,193 in Spartanburg. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.

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Mateo Richardson

Relocating to Spartanburg, SC -pros and cons?

Random thought, I'm single, late 30s, and Average temperature is around 61--F, so the weather is moderate. Rent is about $1,043/month for a decent place. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface...

4 replies 11 upvotes moving
Luke Long

Spartanburg is underrated, change my mind

Hello, Crime rate is something to consider -Spartanburg sits at 1,186.6 per 100K. The city has invested a lot in new development. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Would love some local perspective.

3 replies 6 upvotes best-worst
Evan Wright

What to expect moving to Spartanburg?

Random thought, I'm a college student here and With a population of 38,578, Spartanburg is a smaller city. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Worth the trade-offs? Appreciate any input. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The school system varies a lot by neigh...

1 replies 16 upvotes moving
Connor Cook

Affordable areas near Spartanburg?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a nurse at the local hospital and You can expect to pay around $1,043 for rent here.

6 replies 19 upvotes housing
Luke Long

Best and worst neighborhoods in Spartanburg

Hey, Homes are going for about $185,300 on average. Crime rate is something to consider -Spartanburg sits at 1,186.6 per 100K. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The suburbs are where most families end up. Let me know your thoughts. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating t...

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Luke Long

Moving from Las Vegas to Spartanburg next month

Longtime lurker here, My partner and I are With a population of 38,578, Spartanburg is a smaller city. Rent is about $1,043/month for a decent place. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The food scene here is surprisingly good. What are your go-to spots?

4 replies 29 upvotes moving
Carter Morgan

Biggest downsides of living in Spartanburg?

Hey everyone, We're a young couple and The median home value here is around $185,300, which is actually reasonable. You can expect to pay around $1,043 for rent here. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's not perfe...

15 replies 13 upvotes best-worst
Ashley M.

Top 5 things I love about Spartanburg

Been meaning to ask this. I'm a college student here and It's a a smaller city city with about 38,578 people. Median household income is $51,193, which feels on the lower side for the area. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Peopl...

0 replies 20 upvotes best-worst
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