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Moving and storage go hand in hand. Whether traveling across town or the country, moving is an exciting and fresh start. While Storage Rentals of America is here to help you with all your storage needs, we also want to help you get familiar with the area. That's why we put together this resource guide for Spartanburg, South Carolina.

About Spartanburg, South Carolina

Spartanburg is a contemporary city located in the northwest section of South Carolina. Known as the Hub City, Spartanburg was a crossroads during the height of the railroad era and has continued its tradition of being a central location accessible to other regions of the South and Mid-Atlantic. With a population of just under 200,000, Spartanburg and its surrounding area are home to several industries, government seats, miles of hiking trails, and too many fishing spots to count.

What to do in Spartanburg, SC.

There are plenty of activities to keep one busy in Spartanburg. Here are a few highlights of some local favorites.

• **Piedmont Interstate Fairgrounds:**The basketball courts here were recently refurbished through a program called "Celebration of Sport," which Adidas sponsored. This refreshed basketball area now has resurfaced courts, new backboards, better lighting, bleachers, and fresh art by the local artists Eli Blasko and Russell Bannan.
• Morgan Square: Downtown is a popular place for locals to shop and socialize. Morgan Square is this area's focal point, which hosts different events depending on the season. For example, there are weekly Jazz shows every Friday night in April and May. The Hub City Farmer's Market is held every Saturday morning from April through December. From November to January, the square hosts an outdoor ice skating rink.
• Chapman Cultural Center: This organization is behind the majority of funding for cultural and art education in Spartanburg. Through its programs, more than 40,000 students in the county are reached every year. The Chapman Cultural Center teaches local kids and teens dance, arts, music, literature, media, crafts, and theater. It also is a major contributor to the city's strong artistic culture.
• Public Parks: Spartanburg is well-known for its network of public parks. There is Hatcher Garden, which has ponds and shaded walking paths. Cleveland Park is a popular place for shows in fair weather because it has a lakeside amphitheater. Croft State Park has a lake at which locals like to go fishing.

Working in Spartanburg, SC.

Spartanburg is the home of Spartanburg County's Administration Building. County and regional government entities are the top employers in the city, followed by the school district. Private industries span from hospitality to retail to manufacturing. BMW operates a factory in the area. Denny's Restaurant's headquarters are also located in Spartanburg.

The tech industry is carving a niche in the city, partly due to the highly educated population and local Wofford College. QS/1, a healthcare software development company, is headquartered in town, as are several financial firms. Adidas, Michelin, and the Spartanburg Regional Medical Center are also top employers.

Spartanburg Neighborhoods, SC.

Upscale neighborhoods in Spartanburg include:

• Ben Avon: Median home price $410,000
• City Center/Converse College: Median home price $288,000
• Golightly/Pauline: Median home price $280,000
• Hadden Crossroads/Hadden Heights: Median home price $250,000
• Anderson Mill Road/Old Anderson Mill Road: Median home price $245,000

Spartanburg, SC. School District

Spartanburg High School has received national recognition for its "rigorous" standards and the state's highest number of AP course offerings. Spartanburg County School Districts 6 and 7 offer art-infused curricula at the elementary school level, a Montessori program, and STEM-focused curricula. Every student from grades 3 to 12 is provided with a laptop or tablet. Private Christian schools offer parents additional educational options, such as the Spartanburg Day School, Westgate Christian School, and St. Paul the Apostle Catholic School. Non-denominational private schools include the Montessori Academy of Spartanburg and the Meeting Street Academy.

At the college level, public offerings include the University of South Carolina - Upstate and Spartanburg Community College. Private liberal arts colleges include Wofford College and Converse College. The area is also home to the only chiropractic college in South Carolina.

Moving to Spartanburg, SC.

• Driver's License and Auto Registration: If you need a driver's license, a South Carolina state identification card or to register a vehicle, contact the South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles.
• Electricity: Provided by Duke Energy. Go online to start the service.
• Natural Gas: Provided by Piedmont Natural Gas.
• Propane: Available from Freeman Gas and your service can be started online.
• Garbage Collection and Trash: Pickup is provided by TNT Sanitation.
• Telephone: Service companies that provide services for the Spartanburg area are listed at Wirefly.
• TV and Internet: Choices are listed at CableTV.com.
• Spartanburg Municipal and County Government: The municipal government of the City of Spartanburg has offices at 145 West Broad Street. The City of Spartanburg Parks and Recreation Department maintains the public parks and offers many services.

Spartanburg, SC. Housing

The median household income in Spartanburg, South Carolina, is around $35,637 per year, about $11,000 less than other cities in South Carolina and $20,000 lower than the national average. The cost of living in Spartanburg is 6% less than other cities in the state and 9% less than the median in America. The median home price in Spartanburg is $115,900, 19% lower than other places in South Carolina. About 46% of homes are occupied by their owners.

The majority of the residents in Spartanburg are renters. The median rent is $705 per month, which is 13% lower than in other South Carolina cities. Many college students, young professionals, newly married couples, and families with kids live in Spartanburg. The median age of residents is around 35 years old. This is four years younger than the median age in the state of 39. This community has a nice mixture of people of all ages and from many ethnic backgrounds.