Greenville

Greenville, South Carolina Overview

Greenville scores 49.8/100 overall (C+), ranking #9 of 20 cities in South Carolina — above the state composite of 44.0. Affordability is the city’s relative strength at 72/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 9/100.

Income & Employment in Greenville

The median household income in Greenville is $73,536, 18% above the statewide median of $62,064. The local unemployment rate of 3.6% is higher than the state’s 3.5%. Population grew 1.4% recently.

Safety in Greenville

With a violent crime rate of 614 per 100,000, Greenville exceeds the South Carolina average of 492. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 3759.5 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Greenville

Greenville has a cost of living index of 92.8 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $453,300. Median monthly rent is $1,248. Renters spend 20.4% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline. The price-to-income ratio of 6.2x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Greenville

The adult obesity rate in Greenville is 31.4% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 10.4%. Residents report an average of 16.6 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. South Carolina ranks #39 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Greenville

Greenville has a high school graduation rate of 80.4%. The student-teacher ratio is 15.4:1. Per-pupil spending is $14,025. The city has 51 public schools serving 42,458 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Greenville

Greenville enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 62.8°F. Summers average 77.6°F. Winters average 49.8°F. Annual precipitation is 50.6 inches. The average commute of 17.7 minutes is notably short.

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