Greenwood : South carolina

What Greenwood is like for active adults

Greenwood is a small town of about 22,000 in northwest South Carolina. There is a very large lake and 2 small colleges in the area, including Lander University. The town hosts several important festivals during the year.

There is at least 1 active adult community in the area (see link at top right). Home prices averaged about $100,000 in 2009.

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What is special about this retirement community

The Festival of Flowers in June and the South Carolina Festival of Discovery in July.

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What is not special about this retirement community

Greenwood is a fairly small town in a remote area of the state. The crime rate is very high.

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What kinds of people like retiring here

This is a quiet area of the state near mountains and lakes, so people looking for that will like living in Greenwood.

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Local economy is driven by

Park Seed Corporation is one of many employers in Greenwood. Sykes Enterprises announced plans in 2009 to add 250 jobs in Greenwood.

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Climate and Physical Environment

Greenwood is located in northwest South Carolina. The average July high temperature is 91 and the average January low is 30. The wettest month is January (5").

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Cultural environment

The Festival of Discovery and Festival of Flowers are evidence of the effort made to revitalize the town of Greenwood. Lander University and its 3,000 students provide other cultural opportunities.

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Medical facilities

Self Regional Healthcare is a surprisingly large hospital with many advanced centers such as those for cancer, neurosurgery, and heart disease.

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Transportation

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Valuable Links

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Facts about GREENWOOD

State: SC
Environment: College Town,Lake,Small Town,
City Population: 10,000-25,000
Median age of Population: 25-44
Avg Jan Temperature: 41-60
Median HH Income: 20,001-40,000
Average Home Price (MLS): Less than $100,000
Annual Property Tax on a $200,000 house: Less than 2000
Total Crime Index: 111-120 (high)
Cost of Living Index: <80 (Very low)
Culture Index: 91-100 (slightly below average)
State Sales Tax: Yes
State Income Tax: Yes
Name of the Guide: boomer1

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