Livability Score

82
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities A+

There are lots of amenities close to this location.
Coffee (44) A+
Cafe West
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Sweetberry Bowls
Coffee Shop
Coffee Underground
Coffee Shop
Methodical Downtown
Coffee Shop
Southern Pressed Juicery
Coffee Shop
Cosmic Rabbits Tea Company
Coffee Shop
Joel's Java Coffee Shop
Coffee Shop
Camilla Kitchen
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
O-CHA tea bar
Coffee Shop
Grace Coffee Company
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Spill the Beans
Coffee Shop
Rainer's
Coffee Shop
OneNation Coffee
Coffee Shop
Methodical Coffee
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Northgate Soda Shop
Coffee Shop
Smiley's Acoustic Cafe
Coffee Shop
Bex Cafe & Juice Bar
Coffee Shop
The 05 Express
Coffee Shop
Brick Street Cafe
Coffee Shop
Methodical Coffee
Coffee Shop
Mountain Goat Cafe
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (54) A+
Bon Secours Wellness Arena
Stadium
Kilgore-Lewis House
Attraction
The Comedy Zone
Theatre Arts
Greenville Glides
Attraction
American Legion War Museum
Museum
Museum and Library of Confederate History
Museum
The Children's Museum of the Upstate
Museum
The Greenville County Museum of Art
Museum
Charles E Daniel Theatre
Theatre Arts
Centre Stage
Theatre Arts
Greenville Zoo
Zoo
Peace Center for the Performing Arts
Theatre Arts
Peace Concert Hall
Theatre Arts
Sigal Music Museum
Museum
Gunter Theatre
Theatre Arts
Upcountry History Museum
Museum
TD Stage
Theatre Arts
Blues Boulevard Jazz
Nightclub
Rock Quarry Falls
Attraction
Reedy River Falls
Attraction
Shakespeare in the Park
Theatre Arts
The Warehouse Theatre
Theatre Arts
South Carolina Children's Theatre
Theatre Arts
Sirrine Stadium
Stadium
Fluor Field at the West End
Stadium
Food and Drink (202) A+
Swordfish Cocktail Club
Bar
DT's Tavern
Bar
Fireforge Crafted Beer
Bar
Oil & Vinegar
Deli
Kilwins
Sweets
City Tavern
Bar
Creme Shack
Sweets
Social Lounge
Bar
Rocket Fizz
Beverages
Sharkey's Pub
Bar
Marble Slab Creamery
Sweets
Abanico Tapas Bar
Bar
Better Than Sex
Sweets
Rey's
Bar
Neat bourbon bar
Bar
Sip
Bar
Yee-Haw Brewing Company
Bar
Jimmy John's
Fast Food
Byrd's Famous Cookies
Sweets
River Street Sweets – Savannah’s Candy Kitchen
Sweets
Charleston Sports Pub
Bar
Reid's
Fast Food
Poppington's Popcorn
Sweets
Greenville Beer Exchange
Bar
Field House Jerky and Vine
Bar
Fitness (39) A+
Booty Bar
Gym
Studio 17
Gym
Core 24 Fitness
Gym
Cyclebar
Gym
MADabolic
Gym
RockBox
Gym
9Round Fitness
Gym
Poe Mill Achievement Center
Community Centre
CORE. grow strong.
Gym
Shred415
Gym
Crossfit Reaction
Gym
Catalyst
Gym
Nicholtown Community Center
Community Centre
Southern Om
Gym
Diamond Kutz Training Studio
Gym
Upstate Performance Project
Gym
Sterling Community Center
Community Centre
StretchLab
Gym
Pure Barre
Gym
Greenville Yoga
Gym
Club Pilates
Gym
Irontribe
Gym
K180 Fitness
Gym
11.11 Training
Gym
Adrenaline Dance Fitness
Gym
Groceries (26) F
Publix
Grocery Store
Harris Teeter
Grocery Store
The Bake Room
Bakery
The Poundcake Man
Bakery
The Cheese Wheel
Cheese
Block and Barley
Butcher
Harris Teeter
Grocery Store
The Fresh Market
Grocery Store
Garner's Natural Life
Health Food
The Bakery off Augusta
Bakery
basta
Bakery
Rise Bakery
Bakery
Bossy Bakers
Bakery
Publix
Grocery Store
Saigon Market
Grocery Store
The New York Butcher Shoppe
Butcher
Mill Village Market
Grocery Store
Revival Butchery
Butcher
ALDI
Grocery Store
La Esperanza
Bakery
Ingles
Grocery Store
Food Lion
Grocery Store
Deal Mart
Grocery Store
Publix
Grocery Store
Walmart Neighborhood Market
Grocery Store
Parks (130) A+
Brockman Park
Park
Pettigru Street Historic District
Park
McPherson Park
Park
Trinity Lutheran Playground
Playground
BS UMC Playground
Playground
Heritage Green
Park
Linky Stone Park
Park
McDaniel Green Garden @ Cleveland Park
Park
Prospect Green
Park
Rock Quarry Garden
Park
Cleveland Park
Park
Falls Park
Park
Sue Simpson Garden Park
Park
Thompson Gardner Park
Park
Railroad Mini-Park
Park
Hampton-Pinckney Historic District
Park
Lila Mae Brock Plaza
Park
Cancer Survivors Park
Park
Colonel Elias Earle Historic District
Park
Croft Park
Park
Stone Academy Playground
Playground
North Main Rotary Park
Park
Hessie T. Morrah Park
Park
West Washington Community Park
Park
David Hellams Community Center Park
Park
Shops (511) A+
Dapper Dog
Pets
Traveling Chic Boutique
Clothing
Pure On Main
Gift Shop
A. Smith Clothiers
Clothing
Spartina 449
Clothing
Rio Body Wax
Beauty
Tango X
Shoes
Magnolia Scents by Design
Gift Shop
J.McLaughlin
Clothing
Frank's Gentlemen's Salon
Hairdresser
Greenville Gemstone Mine
Fashion
lou lou
Clothing
bluemercury
Beauty
Madewell
Clothing
APB
Clothing
Hudson Blake Lifestyle and Home
Clothing
O.P. Taylors
Toys
Mast General Store
Department Store
Parlour Nouveau
Beauty
DressUp
Clothing
Nourish
Beauty
Ayers Leather Shop
Gift Shop
Bloom Bridal
Clothing
Rush Wilson Limited
Clothing
Joe's Place
Books
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commute A+

Of all people who commute, 1.3% take public transportation in Greenville.
Public Transit Stops (287)
Stops & Stations A+
Towers East Apts
Bus Stop
McBee Station
Bus Stop
Landmark Building
Bus Stop
McBee Station
Bus Stop
Project One
Bus Stop
Richardson @ Buncombe St
Bus Stop
Falls Street & McBee
Bus Stop
Transit Center 8H
Bus Stop
Transit Center 9I
Bus Stop
Transit Center 11K
Bus Stop
Transit Center 14N
Bus Stop
Transit Center 12L
Bus Stop
Transit Center 1A
Bus Stop
Transit Center 6F
Bus Stop
Transit Center 10J
Bus Stop
Transit Center 4D
Bus Stop
Transit Center 3C
Bus Stop
Transit Center 2B
Bus Stop
Park Ave @ Bi-Lo
Bus Stop
Parker @ Main St
Bus Stop
Washington St @ Toy Street
Bus Stop
Washington St @ Boyce Street
Bus Stop
Park Ave @ Laurens Rd
Bus Stop
Washington St @ Boyce Street
Bus Stop
Washington @ Academy St
Bus Stop
Workers Taking Public Transit
1.3% F
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cost of living C+

The cost of living in Greenville is 116/100 - which is 25% higher than South Carolina.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. D
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax D-
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crime F

Greenville crime rates are 4,219 per 100k, which is 51% higher than South Carolina
Property Crime
3,677 crimes per 100k F
Violent Crime
542 crimes per 100k F
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employment B-

The median income in Greenville is $58,259 - which is 24% higher than South Carolina.
Med. Household Income
$58,259 D+
Unemployment Rate
2.3% A+
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health A+

There are many hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (116)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. A+
Dedicated Dentistry
Dentist
Falls Park Dentistry
Dentist
Brio Internal Medicine
Doctor
Downtown Dental
Dentist
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Greenville County Law Enforcement Center
Police
Gorrin's Clinic
Doctor
Greenville Fire Station 4
Fire Station
Brasington Endodontics
Dentist
Comprehensive and Cosmetic Dental Studio of Greenville
Dentist
North Main Dental
Dentist
Prisma Health Primary Care
Doctor
Upstate Spine and Sport
Clinic
Camperdown Falls Dentistry
Dentist
Swamp Rabbit Dental
Dentist
Blue Ridge Health
Doctor
West End Dental
Dentist
Ember Modern Medicine
Clinic
Kash & Karry Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Roger C. Peace Outpatient Rehabilitation
Clinic
Bijou Dental Spa
Dentist
Pullano Physical Therapy
Clinic
Blue Ridge Bariatrics
Clinic
Greenville City Fire Department Station 2
Fire Station
Onward Physical Therapy
Clinic
Air Quality
Median Air Quality D+
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housing A-

Greenville home prices are $332,700 - which is 132% higher than South Carolina
Home Price
$332,700 A+
Home Appreciation Rate
29% A+
Home Affordability
5.7x (home price to income ratio) F
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schools B-

The Greenville graduation rate is 85% - which is 5% higher than South Carolina
School Test Scores
54% D
High School Grad. Rates
85% C+
Elementary Schools (72) A+
Christ Church Episcopal Preschool
Haynsworth School
First Presbyterian Academy
St Marys Catholic School
Stone Academy
A.J. Whittenburg Elementary
Greenville Middle Academy
St Anthony Of Padua Catholic School
East North Street Academy
First Baptist Day School
Einstein Academy
Summit Drive Elementary
Sterling School
Legacy Early College
Legacy Charter
Meyer Center For Special Children
Bob Jones Academy
Westminster Weekday School
Augusta Circle Elementary
League Academy
Meyers Center For Special Children
White Oak Baptist Church Kindergarten
Cherrydale Elementary
Hollis Academy
Alexander Elementary
High Schools (25) F
Sc Governor'S School For Arts And Humanities
Greenville Senior High Academy
Legacy Early College
Bob Jones Academy
Greenville Technical Charter High School
Next High
Cyber Academy Of South Carolina
Cyber Academy Of South Carolina
Washington Center
Hampton Park Christian School
Wade Hampton High
Tabernacle Christian School
Southside High
Carolina Academy (High)
J. L. Mann High Academy
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ratings B-

Greenville has an overall rating of 70% from 47 reviews.
User Reviews (4)
From AreaVibes C+
User Surveys (43)
From AreaVibes B+
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  • Greenville has a Livability Score of 82/100, which is considered exceptional
  • Greenville crime rates are 51% higher than the South Carolina average
  • Cost of living in Greenville is 25% higher than the South Carolina average

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Xander whatever's review is DEAD WRONG 5 rating By Anonymous ( Oct 22, 2021) Literally every line is wrong. Firstly, Greenville is beautiful especially downtown and Falls Park. It is identically modeled after Bergamo Italy, so Xander thinks Italy looks like trash apparently. The people in Greenville, overall mind their own business and are helpful. Greenv ...Read More ille has exploded over the last 5 years in population, so yea there will be incidents time to time, just like literally any other city in the world. Its extremely family friendly and has live music in the streets 3 days a week in the warmer months! Sounds like a republican hellscape huh? I'm as liberal as you come and this city has never ever bothered that. Xander acts like racism, classism and every other ism doesn't or shouldn't exist in his eye shot. While i agree, i have never witnessed anything close to that in Greenville. Is this one person's opinion? absolutely, which is why I am not claiming this as gospel like Xander. Furman is a prestigious private university, it cost 52k a year, where as an Ivy league school is 60k. SO uhhh yea they act like they go to an ivy league school bc it basically is bud. Augusta rd is old money, big houses, shop and restaurants. so disturbing? like what are you talking about? I think you had a bad relationship in greenville and so the whole city can burn for it. funny they mention asheville as the model city LOL. my eyes rolled out of my head just now. Point is, Xander didn't like greenville but his review is complete trash. none of it is true whatsoever, which is why they have been down voted almost 100 times. goodbye Read Less
Horrible city with asthetic makeover 0.5 rating By Xander M ( Oct 12, 2017) I must say. This city is the biggest, in the small state of SC. It has had an upgrade or makeover to fool you, asthetically. Just like the fake majority of people that occupy it. It is the center of the Bible Belt...in regards to the cult of Southern Baptist religion. Bob Jones U ...Read More niversity for starters. Bob Jones the 3 was caught quoting in the past few years. "Gays should be stoned to death." The state ranks in lowest in education for starters. Amongst other horror statics it excels in the lowest. However, highest in double the nation to women dying to men. The small town mindset of people is a horror movie like, Deliverance. They stare and gossip with an old school slave mentality. They are big believers in their, ignorance and generational abuses passed down. The area people raved about was as if it were...Naperville, IL or Beverly Hills. The Augusta Road area...Which, is extremly disturbing. The schools like Furman. Graduates act like they attended an Ivy Leage.It's cheap to live there.Exactly, what your getting in qulaity of life. The racism, relgion, republican majority based, delusional thinking, extremly not cultured, or intelligent minded. Will make you feel in slaved to the day's of the witch trails, slave days, or delusional ego's as Hitler's. They have companies that chose the city. Due to cheap and avilable land. Also, convient in transporting and low overture cost. The only thing that kepy my sanity for the 4 months. Was the city of Asheville, NC. My friends and family kept assiting to visit me. However, I did not want them exposed to the majority of people living in it. My sister, brother and best friends made a suprise visit. It took them an hour by walking in the downtown to see the horror show. Everything that is wrong with our current state of America is made of this population. There are a few people I mean't that had to move back due to family, etc...That shared my common insight and had to deal with it for way longer. Also, other's new to the city as myself. We all had the same ultimate fix for it. To make the best of it by going to Atlanta, Asheville, and Nashville on the weekends. Kept us sane and then moved asap. Never, will I go back or recommend this city to anyone. Not even my worst enemy. For those friends I made that had to come back. They have the same plan and to find a resolution for taking care of family members. By moving them as well. Read Less
Great place to call home 4.5 rating By Gray88 ( Jul 02, 2017) Miss living in Greenville everyday. There is so much good to say about this town. The location is perfect right off the edge of the blue ridge mtns and only a few hrs from the coast. The weather is ideal all 4 seasons, winters are short and summer is hot but not miserable. the fa ...Read More ll is amazing ... taking a motorcycle ride up 25 and thru NC or TN is unbeatable. There are many parks for families or outdoor lovers. In terms of nightlife Greenville isnt the mecca but I had some good times down on Main St. Speaking of Main the town blocks it off on fridays and saturdays has big block party with plenty of bbq beer and music. Sunday mornings it becomes a farmers market until about noon. Didnt have a single problem with crime. In terms of shopping it has everything a person would ever need. ATL and charlotte are only 2 hrs away for larger concerts or sports events. Really my only complaint is the cost of living. I am really surprised to see such a low livability score and lack of reviews on here Read Less
Greenville, SC - An Incredible Place to Visit or to Live 3.5 rating By Anonymous ( Jan 30, 2012) My travels originally took me from my native home on Long Island, NY to live in Greenville, SC for my continuing education in nearby Spartanburg, SC. Having come from a location that was quite different my life in Greenville, SC has offered me a unique view of the south and the c ...Read More ulture that reasonates throughout this region.

There are very many wonderful things about this region but by far it is the physical beauty of the region and the opportunities to play in the great outdoors that offer the most allure. When coupled with the friendly southern attitude of all that live there you are likely to be taken in by all the charm of this incredible South Carolina town. Not too far from Charlotte, NC you have incredible access to many of the larger events that don't make their way to a smaller town like this one.

Greenville, SC does have the BiLo Center where some incredible events do take place throughout the year. In addition to this they also have an incredible zoo. The Greenville Zoo is fun for the entire family and also offers a unique light display around the holidays as well.

A location that is filled with a lot of family and outdoor activities, Greenville, SC is by far one of the true gems of the South. It may not be the hub of major attractions but it is an excellent place to visit and an incredible place to live. Read Less
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Great place to call home 4.5 rating By Gray88 ( Jul 02, 2017) Miss living in Greenville everyday. There is so much good to say about this town. The location is perfect right off the edge of the blue ridge mtns and only a few hrs from the coast. The weather is ideal all 4 seasons, winters are short and summer is hot but not miserable. the fa ...Read More ll is amazing ... taking a motorcycle ride up 25 and thru NC or TN is unbeatable. There are many parks for families or outdoor lovers. In terms of nightlife Greenville isnt the mecca but I had some good times down on Main St. Speaking of Main the town blocks it off on fridays and saturdays has big block party with plenty of bbq beer and music. Sunday mornings it becomes a farmers market until about noon. Didnt have a single problem with crime. In terms of shopping it has everything a person would ever need. ATL and charlotte are only 2 hrs away for larger concerts or sports events. Really my only complaint is the cost of living. I am really surprised to see such a low livability score and lack of reviews on here Read Less
Greenville, SC - An Incredible Place to Visit or to Live 3.5 rating By Anonymous ( Jan 30, 2012) My travels originally took me from my native home on Long Island, NY to live in Greenville, SC for my continuing education in nearby Spartanburg, SC. Having come from a location that was quite different my life in Greenville, SC has offered me a unique view of the south and the c ...Read More ulture that reasonates throughout this region.

There are very many wonderful things about this region but by far it is the physical beauty of the region and the opportunities to play in the great outdoors that offer the most allure. When coupled with the friendly southern attitude of all that live there you are likely to be taken in by all the charm of this incredible South Carolina town. Not too far from Charlotte, NC you have incredible access to many of the larger events that don't make their way to a smaller town like this one.

Greenville, SC does have the BiLo Center where some incredible events do take place throughout the year. In addition to this they also have an incredible zoo. The Greenville Zoo is fun for the entire family and also offers a unique light display around the holidays as well.

A location that is filled with a lot of family and outdoor activities, Greenville, SC is by far one of the true gems of the South. It may not be the hub of major attractions but it is an excellent place to visit and an incredible place to live. Read Less

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      A+ Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Greenville? Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Brockman Park
      Pettigru Street Historic District
      McPherson Park
      Trinity Lutheran Playground
      BS UMC Playground
      Heritage Green
      Linky Stone Park
      McDaniel Green Garden @ Cleveland Park

      Entertainment

      Bon Secours Wellness Arena
      Kilgore-Lewis House
      The Comedy Zone
      Greenville Glides
      American Legion War Museum
      Museum and Library of Confederate History
      The Children's Museum of the Upstate
      The Greenville County Museum of Art

      Food & Drink

      Swordfish Cocktail Club
      DT's Tavern
      Fireforge Crafted Beer
      Oil & Vinegar
      Kilwins
      City Tavern
      Creme Shack
      Social Lounge

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Greenville? Of all people who commute, 1.3% take public transportation in Greenville.
      Drive to Work
      78%

      2% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      1%

      4% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      4%

      1% higher than the US average

      C+ Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Greenville? The cost of living in Greenville is 116/100 - which is 25% higher than South Carolina.
      Greenville
      116

      16% more expensive than average

      South Carolina
      93

      7% less expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      F Crime

      What is the crime rate in Greenville? Greenville crime rates are 4,219, which are 51% higher than South Carolina
      Total Crime
      4,219 per 100k people

      82% higher than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 24

      82% higher than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      -1%

      Year over year crime is down

      B- Employment

      What is the median income in Greenville? The median income in Greenville is $58,259 which is 24% higher than South Carolina.
      Median household income
      $58,2595% higher than the US average
      Income per capita
      $46,20755% higher than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      2%

      51% lower than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Greenville a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      St. Francis Eastside
      Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital
      Marshall I. Pickens Hospital
      Shriners Hospitals for Children — Greenville
      Greenville Health System’ Patewood Medical Campus

      Pharmacies

      CVS Pharmacy
      Kash & Karry Pharmacy
      CVS Pharmacy
      Walgreens
      Rite Care Pharmacy
      Compounding Solutions
      Pickwick Pharmacy
      Compounding Solutions

      Doctors

      Gorrin's Clinic
      Woodward Medical Center
      Greenville Free Medical Clinic
      Parkside Pediatrics
      Palmetto Proactive Healthcare
      Rogers Dermatology
      Breastfeeding Center of Greenville
      Carolina Dermatology

      A- Housing

      What are Greenville home prices? Greenville home prices are $332,700 - which is 132% higher than South Carolina
      Median home value
      $332,70080% higher than the US average
      Median rent price
      $1,0137% higher than the US average
      Home Ownership
      43%

      32% lower than the US average

      B- Schools

      Does Greenville have good schools? The Greenville graduation rate is 85% - which is 5% higher than South Carolina
      High school grad. rates
      85%

      3% higher than the US average

      School test scores
      54%

      12% higher than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      16:1

      1% lower than the US average

      B- User Ratings

      Is Greenville a good place to live? Greenville has an overall rating of 70% from 47 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      70%

      47 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      68%

      4 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      77%

      43 total surveys

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