205 movers in Spartanburg
Lawing Transport
"Do NOT trust Lawing Transport to transport / ship your vehicles or goods. They work with untrustworthy shipping companies who are supposed to deliver your goods at the agreed upon rate. However, once they take possession of your goods - they claim..."
Five Star Moving Incorporated
"The guys came in asking and making it known they wanted to be tipped. This was my first experience with a moving company n my cousin paid them to move me. They came in looking around and mostly complaining they were hungry. They didn’t know how t..."
Smooth Movers LLC
"I posted a review November of 2020 about the terrible experience we encountered with quote being double what quoted then our antique furniture dropped off the back of a truck without a ramp and only one person delivering. Damaged almost every pi..."
Cherokee Moving and Storage
"This company (Steven’s, Northwest and/or Cherokee moving and Storage, all related and of Burlington, Washington, may be ok for a local move, but I think interstate moves are over their heads. I was assured that this company would move our belongin..."
What to know when moving to Spartanburg, SC
Spartanburg at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A community where 37.1% of residents rent and the median household income is $56,606.
- The Major Draw:
- Median gross rent is $1,126, which is relatively affordable.
- The Reality Check:
- An 18.7% poverty rate may be a concern for some.
- Commute:
- Only 0.1% use public transit, indicating a car-dependent area.
- Top Tip:
- Budget for $1,126/month in rent.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
- Median gross rent is $1,126, while the median home value is $200,800, making homeownership a significant investment.
- 26.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, indicating a moderately educated community.
- The poverty rate stands at 18.7%, which could impact local services and amenities.
- With 37.1% renters, the area has a mix of homeowners and renters.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
The state-level crime rates show a significant decline in both violent and property crime over recent years.
- Violent crime rate in South Carolina is 384.8 per 100,000, which is 18.3% higher than the national average of 325.3.
- Property crime rate is 1,698.2 per 100,000, exceeding the national average of 1,546.9 by 9.8%.
- Notably, the homicide rate has decreased by 40.1% since 2022, currently at 6.4 per 100,000.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for South Carolina).
Weather & Getting Outside
While specific climate data is unavailable, there are several parks and outdoor spots for leisure activities nearby.
- Big Air Trampoline Park - 4.7 stars (3,635 reviews)
- Cleveland Park - 4.6 stars (2,458 reviews)
- Tyger River Park - 4.8 stars (2,198 reviews)
- Croft State Park - 4.7 stars (1,856 reviews)
- Hatcher Garden and Woodland Preserve - 4.8 stars (1,753 reviews)
Source: Google Places API.
