Gaffney

SC

Cherokee County, South Carolina

Population 57K |Median income $50,288 |1 hospital

Population
56,647
Cherokee County
Median Income
$50,288
-26% vs avg
Median Home Value
$142,000
-38% vs avg
Median Age
40.4
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
57K+2%
Median Income
$50,288+47%
Median Home Value
$142,000+70%
Poverty Rate
18.4%-20%
Unemployment
6.2%-59%

Economics

Median Rent
$869/mo
Poverty Rate
18.4% +30% vs avg
Unemployment 6.2%
Bachelor's Degree+ 18.4%
Work From Home 5%
Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 70.3%
African American 18.8%
Two or More Ethnicities 4.8%
Asian 0.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
39.8%
Short Sleep Duration
39.1%
Obesity
38.8%
Physical Inactivity
31.4%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.7%
Current Smoking
17.3%
Frequent Physical Distress
16.2%
Binge Drinking
15.8%
Diabetes
15%
Lack of Health Insurance
14%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 79.2%
Dental Visit 57.4%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
10.3%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.7%
Stroke
4.4%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
CHEROKEE MEDICAL CENTER
GAFFNEY · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
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Alerts & News — Gaffney Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Chester and York Counties in South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central South Carolina Through 9:45 AM

NOAA · 29m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 29m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 36m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Gaffney, SC? ▼
Gaffney, SC has a population of 56,647 people, located in Cherokee County, South Carolina.
What is the median household income in Gaffney? ▼
The median household income in Gaffney, SC is $50,288 per year. The poverty rate is 18.4%.
What is the median home value in Gaffney? ▼
The median home value in Gaffney, SC is $142,000. Median rent is $869/month.
What are the top health concerns in Gaffney? ▼
The top health indicators in Gaffney include High Blood Pressure (39.8%), Short Sleep Duration (39.1%), Obesity (38.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Gaffney? ▼
Gaffney has 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Gaffney? ▼
The median age in Gaffney, SC is 40.4 years. 18.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Gaffney, SC is located in Cherokee County, South Carolina. With a population of 57K and a median household income of $50,288, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Gaffney area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Cherokee County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.