205 movers in Spartanburg
Moving Nation
"Our experience was absolutely terrible! They were much later than they said they would be, furniture was damaged, boxes were lost - and there was NO financial remuneration!!! Find someone else!!"
American Movers and Storage LLC
"Moving is stressful enough without adding to it by hiring this company!!! Absolute disaster from the beginning. Trust me…steer clear!!!! After been told my furniture would be dropped off the following morning after pick up….eight days later I’m st..."
Movers and Groovers
"We hired Ron Fulmer and his company Movers and Groovers in 2015, and during our move one of his employees stole close to $10,000 in jewelry and family heirlooms; this employee methodically selected and pocketed more than a dozen items from two hou..."
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.
