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Spartanburg, SC Utility & Living Guide
Spartanburg, also known as "Sparkle City", is a city in and the county seat of Spartanburg County, South Carolina, United States. The city had a population of 38,732 as of the 2020 census, making it the 11th-most populous city in the state. The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) groups Spartanbur
Monthly Utility Costs
$120/mo
$50/mo
$45/mo
$25/mo
$65/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1200/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1600/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2100/mo |
| Median Home Price | $320,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.2% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1000 |
The Spartanburg housing market is competitive, with prices rising due to demand from newcomers attracted by affordability and job growth. Suburban neighborhoods like Converse Heights and Hillbrook are popular for families.
Cost of Living
105
+5% above national average
102
98
100
$1000
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 7.5% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.2% |
| <p>State 6% + County 1% + City 0.5%</p> | |
South Carolina has a progressive income tax ranging from 0% to 7% for top earners.
Family & Relocation
50
6.5/10
$1000/mo
City Pulse
Limited bus service with some wheelchair lifts; downtown sidewalks are well-maintained.
- Hatcher Garden
- Hollywild Animal Park
- Spartanburg Science Center
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📰 Live Local News
No plastic bag bans; strict zoning for short-term rentals; noise ordinances enforced after 10 PM.
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📊 Spartanburg — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Summer AC use spikes electric bills to $150+ in peak months. Winter heating costs average $70 for gas users.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
ZIP 29303 has highest millage (1.5%). Countywide 1.2% base rate + possible municipal surcharges up to 0.3%.
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
7/10: Good downtown sidewalks and parks but limited elevators in older buildings. Newer shopping centers have ramps.
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