Spartanburg, SC Metro Area

Spartanburg, SC · Metro Area

374,737Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 2 counties (1 central, 1 outlying), part of the Greenville-Spartanburg-Anderson, SC combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $64,382
Median home value: $225,000
Land area: 1,322 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Spartanburg County, SC	Central	347,852	$66,234	$233,300
Union County, SC	Outlying	26,885	$41,621	$103,600

Largest cities and towns

36 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Spartanburg, SC	City	38,910	$51,964
Boiling Springs, SC	CDP	12,936	$72,068
Valley Falls, SC	CDP	8,239	$55,661
Union, SC	City	8,079	$31,914
Lyman, SC	Town	6,547	$75,653
Woodruff, SC	City	4,538	$70,959
Duncan, SC	Town	4,310	$52,500
Saxon, SC	CDP	4,085	$32,292
Southern Shops, SC	CDP	3,797	$37,754
Wellford, SC	City	3,515	$57,338
Arcadia, SC	CDP	3,426	$55,218
Inman, SC	City	3,166	$63,599
Roebuck, SC	CDP	2,902	$51,204
Landrum, SC	City	2,620	$44,238
Pacolet, SC	Town	2,419	$42,359
Mayo, SC	CDP	2,305	$64,050
Cowpens, SC	Town	1,840	$39,094
Monarch Mill, SC	CDP	1,822	$39,350
Fairforest, SC	CDP	1,727	$52,468
Buffalo, SC	CDP	1,329	$21,614
Jonesville, SC	Town	1,118	$40,625
Inman Mills, SC	CDP	923	$50,483
Chesnee, SC	City	896	$37,708
Clifton, SC	CDP	792	$51,364
Campobello, SC	Town	776	$86,875

Also in the Greenville-Spartanburg-Anderson, SC combined area

Greenville-Anderson-Greer, SC · metro · 961,939 Greenwood, SC · micro · 93,909 Seneca, SC · micro · 80,469 Gaffney, SC · micro · 56,647

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

15.1%

Unemployment

4.6%

College Educated

24.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$64,382

Mean Household Income

$85,256

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

48.7%

Female

51.3%

Population Split

Male48.7%

Female51.3%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

English11.8%

Irish8.9%

German7.9%

Mexican5.0%

Italian2.2%

Scottish2.0%

Polish1.2%

French1.0%

African0.5%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

8.2%Foreign Born

91.8%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized48.2%

Non-Citizen51.8%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later33.3%

Before 201066.7%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

157,697

Median Rent

$1,057/mo

Median Home Value

$225,000

Median Year Built

1989

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

86,802

College Enrollment

17.4%

High School

22.3%

College Educated

24.3%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

25.3 min

Drive Alone Rate

79.3%

Public Transit

0.1%

Work From Home

8.6%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.2%

18-34 Years

22.7%

35-64 Years

37.4%

65+ Years

16.7%

Population Composition

Under 1823.2%

18-3422.7%

35-6437.4%

65+16.7%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

48.3%

Single Parent

7.1%

Living Alone

26.9%

Avg Size

2.56

Household Types

Married Couples48.3%

Single Parent7.1%

Living Alone26.9%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$33,580

SNAP Usage

11.6%

Health Insurance

89.3%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k17.7%

$25k - $50k21.5%

$50k - $100k31.9%

$100k+29.1%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

20.4%

Retail Trade

11.4%

Education & Health Care

21.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

15.6%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

89.3%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

88.2%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

93.8%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

91.0

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

140.2

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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