Simpsonville, SC

U.S. News Ratings
Population 19,933
Crime Rate Low
Cost of Living Low
Health Care Varied
Median Home Price Low
Median Income Average

Climate

Simpsonville has a moderate climate, but with all four seasons.

Geography

Simpsonville is located in northwestern South Carolina, among rolling hills.

Cultural Attractions

The Greenville Museum of Art and the Peace Center for the Performing Arts are a short drive away in downtown Greenville.

Historical

Simpsonville's beginnings in the 1820s were as a stagecoach stop on Old Stage Road, just south of the Greenville Court House.

Economy

This city is known as a textile manufacturing center, and is also home to Michelin Tire Corp., General Electric, and BMW's North American headquarters.

Demographics

Demographic Detail

Population:
19,933
Population under 55:
79.8%
Population over 55:
20.2%

City Detail

Crime rate:
Low
Closest large city:
Charlotte

Marital Status 2010

Weather

Weather Detail

Air quality:
Good
Temperature:
92°F July High, 33°F January Low

Jobs & Economy

Housing

Median income:
$46,087
Median home price:
$115,250
Average property tax:
$508

Income & Jobs

Unemployment rate 2010:
9%
Average
Cost of living:
Low

Employment Projections

Education

K–12

Elementary schools:
2
Middle schools:
2
High schools:
1

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Higher Education

Best Colleges at the location:
0
Best Colleges within 30 miles:
7
Best Colleges within 50 miles:
15

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Health Care & Retirement

Hospitals

Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
1/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
21/1
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
35/1

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Retirement Facilities

Community care facilities for the elderly:
27

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