View Full Report Card Gaffney is a town in South Carolina with a population of 12,596. Gaffney is in Cherokee County. Living in Gaffney offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many young professionals and retirees live in Gaffney and residents tend to have moderate political views.
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Suburb
Population
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South Carolina
Cherokee County
Real Estate
Median Home Value
$137,700National $332,700
Median Rent
$887National $1,413
Area Feel
Based on the housing stock, population density, and the proximity of amenities of the area.QuestionQuestion Sparse SuburbanRent vs. Own
Rent49%
Own51%
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Gaffney Rankings
Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.
Most Diverse Suburbs in South Carolina
#9 of 120
Most Diverse Places to Live in South Carolina
#13 of 188
Suburbs with the Lowest Cost of Living in South Carolina
#33 of 120
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Crime & Safety
Crime & Safetygrade C minusBased on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
Assault137.1national 282.7
Murder16.1national 6.1
Rape56.5national 40.7
Robbery16.1national 135.5
Property Crimes
Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
Burglary645.2national 500.1
Theft3,137.4national 2,042.8
Motor Vehicle Theft395.2national 284
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Residents
Diversitygrade ABased on ethnic and economic diversity. Age
<10 years14%
10-17 years8%
18-24 years15%
25-34 years16%
35-44 years10%
45-54 years9%
55-64 years11%
65+ years16%
MoreEducation LevelsNational
Master's degree or higher9%national 14%
Bachelor's degree14%national 22%
Some college or associate's degree27%national 28%
High school diploma or equivalent34%national 26%
Less than high school diploma16%national 10%
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Working in Gaffney
Jobsgrade CBased on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
Median Household Income
$41,089National $80,734Search for Jobs in GaffneyPublic SchoolsPrivate Schools
Top Public Schools Serving Gaffney
grade A
Shoally Creek Elementary School
grade B+
Pinnacle Classical Academy
Rating 4.15 out of 5
27 reviewsreviews
grade B minus
Drayton Mills Elementary School
grade B minus
Cherokee Charter School
grade B minus
Grassy Pond Elementary School
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Gaffney Reviews
Rating 3.51 out of 5
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Rating 4 out of 5
reviewsGrowing up in Gaffney, South Carolina, has shaped me in many ways and helped define who I am today. It’s a small town with a deep sense of pride, history, and community. Everyone knows each other, and that closeness has taught me the importance of relationships and looking out for one another. While Gaffney doesn't always have the same opportunities as bigger cities, it taught me how to work harder, stay focused, and stay grounded. I've seen both challenges and strengths in my hometown, and I'm proud to say that's where I come from. Gaffney built my character and my ambition.
Current Resident
7 months ago
Overall Experience
1 person has found this helpfulReportReview Gaffney
Rating 4 out of 5
reviewsGaffney is overall a nice city with a lot of potential. It is very affordable compared to surrounding cities and has a reasonable commute to all nearby major cities.
Current Resident
10 months ago
Overall Experience
1 person has found this helpfulReport
Rating 1 out of 5
reviewsThere is no reason to live in or visit Gaffney. We have nothing to offer. Local business equates to how many fast food restaurants you can fit on a street. The high school here is what you would expect for the #43rd ranked state in the country. The city is a place you drive through to get to where you actually want to be.
Current Resident
11 months ago
Overall Experience
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