Greer, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
39,191 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
40.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$80,030 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$264,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$513 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$939 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Greenville County
5
Greenville-Anderson-Greer Metro Area
5
South Carolina
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Greenville County
6
Greenville-Anderson-Greer Metro Area
6
South Carolina
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 39
Feb 4 0 43
Mar 5 0 50
Apr 4 0 58
May 4 0 66
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 5 0 76
Sep 4 0 70
Oct 4 0 59
Nov 4 0 50
Dec 4 0 41

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.

Liberal (31%) (66%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 5%

Schools

Chandler Creek Elementary
2 miles, N 2.8 star
Crestview Elementary
2 miles, NE 1.9 star

Colleges

Academy of Hair Technology
7 miles, W 1 star
Strayer University-South Carolina
9 miles, W 2.3 star

Hospitals

Pelham Medical Center
5 miles, S 4.1 star
Prisma Health Patewood Hospital
8 miles, SW 5 star

Airports

Asheville Regional Airport
39 miles, N 1.4 star
Columbia Metropolitan Airport
93 miles, S 1.4 star