RANK #510 / 996 · POP 330,119 · SC
PROJECTED GROWTH: +0.7%
Spartanburg County, South Carolina, known as "Hub City" due to its historical role as a railroad intersection, offers a mix of urban and rural living. Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, it provides access to outdoor recreation, including trails, lakes, and rivers. The county seat, Spartanburg, features a cultural district, a growing food scene, and several colleges and universities. Commuting within the county is primarily by car, though the city of Spartanburg operates a bus system and an on-demand microtransit service. Notable towns like Landrum and Woodruff offer small-town charm with unique shops and local events.
Spartanburg County is experiencing economic growth, attracting families and professionals. The economy is driven by sectors such as advanced manufacturing, data centers, and aerospace. Major investments have been made in high-performance computing centers and 3D printing facilities. The county is also home to several higher education institutions, contributing to a diverse community. Public schools in Spartanburg County are generally well-regarded, with seven different school districts serving various communities.
Above national median
Moderate climate & terrain
Housing looks undervalued at 3.6x — home prices are low relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
Source: Redfin · Census BPS — Browse sales on Redfin →
| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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Project Sparrow (AI-focused High-Performance Computing Data Center)
TigerDC
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$3,000M | Proposed |
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Project Moc-1 (High-Performance Computing Center)
NorthMark Strategies
|
$2,800M | Under Construction |
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BMW Battery Assembly Plant
BMW Manufacturing
|
$700M | Under Construction |
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Spartanburg City-County Joint Government Complex
Spartanburg County and City of Spartanburg
|
$100M | Under Construction |
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EV Battery System Manufacturing Facility
Proterra
|
$76M | Operating |
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Solar Farm Portfolio (Pinson, Limelight III, Carver Mill Rd, Bryant Road, Limelight II)
Cardinal Renewables, Limelight Solar III, LLC, Montes Electric INC, GridInfo
|
$50M | Operating |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
Bars show percentile rank among all 996 counties.
Spartanburg County has a Boom Town Index score of 49/100, ranking #510 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +2.0% and a median household income of $61,955, it faces some economic headwinds compared to faster-growing counties.
The median home value in Spartanburg County is $195,800 with median rent at $960/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.3164, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +2.2% year-over-year. Job growth: +2.0%. Home values changed +2.2% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 3.24% of Spartanburg County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.