Spartanburg

SC

Spartanburg County, South Carolina

Population 348K |Median income $66,234 |2 hospitals

Population
347,852
Spartanburg County
Median Income
$66,234
-3% vs avg
Median Home Value
$233,300
Near average
Median Age
37.8
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
348K+21%
Median Income
$66,234+54%
Median Home Value
$233,300+92%
Poverty Rate
14.5%-19%
Unemployment
4.3%-61%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,084/mo
Poverty Rate
14.5%
Unemployment 4.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 25.1%
Work From Home 8.9%
Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 66.6%
African American 19.4%
Asian 2.4%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
38.2%
Short Sleep Duration
37.9%
Obesity
37.9%
Physical Inactivity
27.4%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.3%
Binge Drinking
15.8%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.3%
Current Smoking
14.2%
Diabetes
13.5%
Lack of Health Insurance
13%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 78.8%
Dental Visit 61.4%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
9.7%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.5%
Stroke
3.7%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
1
★★★★
0
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1
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0
Average Rating
3.5/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
2
PRISMA HEALTH GREER MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
SPARTANBURG · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
SPARTANBURG MEDICAL CENTER
SPARTANBURG · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Spartanburg 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 · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 35m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Spartanburg, SC? ▼
Spartanburg, SC has a population of 347,852 people, located in Spartanburg County, South Carolina.
What is the median household income in Spartanburg? ▼
The median household income in Spartanburg, SC is $66,234 per year. The poverty rate is 14.5%.
What is the median home value in Spartanburg? ▼
The median home value in Spartanburg, SC is $233,300. Median rent is $1,084/month.
What are the top health concerns in Spartanburg? ▼
The top health indicators in Spartanburg include High Blood Pressure (38.2%), Short Sleep Duration (37.9%), Obesity (37.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Spartanburg? ▼
Spartanburg has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Spartanburg? ▼
The median age in Spartanburg, SC is 37.8 years. 25.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Spartanburg, SC is located in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. With a population of 348K and a median household income of $66,234, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Spartanburg 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 (Spartanburg 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.