205 movers in Spartanburg
Around Town Moving
"Run as far away as possible from this company. The move experience was horrendous and the claims process even more so. The only positive experience was the salesperson and I actually regret that he was good enough that I acquired their services! T..."
Classic Movers
"These guys showed and packed up a budget truck. Then I was told that the truck is too full and the cost doubled. I had to leave items back. When the items arrived he this guy had neighborhood kids unload my stuff. Boxes are destroyed, damged..."
Nationwide Moving
"On Approximately April 27th, I had spoken with Alison from Nationwide moving company and she gave me a quote of 1379.00 for me to move my already packed belongings from GA to CA. Half of the money was to be paid on first trip and the rest would be..."
Carolina-Georgia Movers
"DO NOT use these guys. Showed up no dolly, not straps, very few blankets and crew were one man short. Moved me on May 24,2021. Still waiting to settle. Did more than $2800 in broken and damaged goods. Now they will not pay. Owner will not answer p..."
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.
