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North Charleston, SC vs Spartanburg, SC
North Charleston, SC vs Spartanburg, SC: What the data shows
North Charleston, SC is in North Charleston, SC while Spartanburg, SC is in Spartanburg, SC — both in the same state. On home prices, Spartanburg, SC is the more affordable option at $187,000 median — $34,100 less than North Charleston, SC's $221,100. WYLT rates North Charleston, SC as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Spartanburg, SC as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. North Charleston, SC has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Spartanburg, SC has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, North Charleston, SC has Low flood risk and Spartanburg, SC has Low flood risk.
North Charleston, SC is the more walkable neighborhood. North Charleston, SC scores 16/100 (car-dependent) versus Spartanburg, SC's N/A/100. For families weighing school quality, Spartanburg, SC has the higher school rating — North Charleston, SC rates 7.9/10 and Spartanburg, SC rates 8.3/10.
| Category | North Charleston, SC | Spartanburg, SC |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Think twice |
| Median Price | $221K | $187K ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $1K | $1K ✓ Lower rent |
| Median Income | $48K | $55K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 16/100 ✓ More walkable | Car-dependent |
| Transit Score | 2/100 ✓ Better transit | Minimal transit |
| Bike Score | 2/100 ✓ More bikeable | N/A |
| Commute | 30 min ✓ Shorter commute | 45 min |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Moderate | Moderate |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 7.9/10 | 8.3/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | Families wanting good schoolsCommuters to the Boeing plantPeople looking for affordable home prices | Families seeking good schoolsYoung professionals looking for affordable entry‑level homesStudents needing budget housing |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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