Community
Spartanburg is located in the rolling foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in northwest South Carolina. The city of 45,000-part of a metropolitan area of 250,000-plus-is conveniently situated at the junction of I-26 and I-85, making it easily accessible to both mountain and beach resorts.
The hiking trails and ski slopes of North Carolina, the beaches of eastern South Carolina, the history of Charleston and the cultural life of Atlanta are all within a 2-3 hour drive. Hilton Head Island and Myrtle Beach are four hours away.
Historically a textile town, Spartanburg has become a focus of international business during the past three decades. With industries from Switzerland, Italy, France and Germany making their homes here, Spartanburg boasts more diversified international investment than any other city its size in the United States.
Spartanburg has something for everyone: a variety of cultural offerings, shopping and outdoor activities. Spartanburg is also known for its beauty, mild weather, quality of life and friendly people.
Climate
The mild climate, with its four distinct seasons, provides fine weather for outdoor activities such as golfing, cycling, hunting, fishing, water skiing, hang gliding and white water rafting.
Average number of days with sunshine: 226
Climate average: 60.1 F
Lowest monthly average: 41.1 F
Highest monthly average: 78.2 F
Cultural Activities
Spartanburg offers a variety of cultural opportunities, including the Spartanburg Little Theatre, the Spartanburg Community Orchestra, concerts and lecture series, foreign films, dance, a strong visual arts community and a number of festivals throughout the year. The newly expanded Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium, Converse College's Twichell Auditorium and local colleges provide venues for cultural events. The Spartanburg County Public Library has its new headquarters downtown as well as branches throughout the county.
In addition to local opportunities, the Bi-Lo Center and the Peace Center for the Performing Arts in nearby Greenville attract nationally recognized performers and sporting events. The Brevard Music Center in North Carolina has an international reputation for symphony and opera performances, and the Flat Rock Playhouse offers repertory theatre performances every summer in nearby Flat Rock, NC.
Library
Free lunchtime concerts are presented by the Music Foundation of Spartanburg at the public library downtown throughout the year. Local bakeries supply fresh sandwiches, salads and cookies. The variety of musical guests featured ensure a good time for all who attend.
Schools
Spartanburg offers public, private and church-affiliated schools from kindergarten through college. Organized into seven districts, Spartanburg County's 64 fully accredited public schools, many with national recognitions and awards, nurture over 38,000 promising minds. At the college level, Converse College and Wofford College are nationally known private liberal arts schools.
Other colleges include the University of South Carolina/Spartanburg, which offers four-year and advanced degrees; Spartanburg Methodist College for two-year associate degrees; and Spartanburg Technical College which offers one and two-year degrees for allied health careers and industry.
Special education is available at the South Carolina School for the Deaf and the Blind, as well as the Charles Lea Center for Rehabilitation and Special Education for children who are developmentally and/or physically challenged.
Day Care
Spartanburg Regional's nationally known Child Development Center serves children from three months to twelve years of age. Promising young students receive the attention and care they deserve.
Housing
Spartanburg County has it all. Numerous housing subdivisions, offering a friendly neighborhood setting, can be found throughout the county. New patio-home and condominium developments offer a cozy setting without the hassle of a lot of yard-work. 
For those who don't want to live within the confines of the city or of planned subdivisions, there is an abundance of farmland, providing the opportunity for anyone yearning to exercise a "green thumb." If you prefer luxury or resort housing, homes near a number of fine golf courses or country clubs are perfect spots for those who prefer the amenities associated with resort life.
Spartanburg was chosen by MONEY Magazine as one of "four booming locales where you can find a job and live easy."
Directions
From Greenville: on I-85 North, take Exit 69 onto Business 85 North. Take Exit 5-A (I-585/Pine Street) toward downtown Spartanburg. Go 1.5 miles, take Exit 25-B (Hwy. 221/Church Street) and turn right at the bottom of the exit ramp. At the traffic light, merge left onto North Church Street. At the traffic light, turn left onto East Wood Street. Spartanburg Regional will be on your right.
From Charlotte: on I-85 South, take Exit 77 onto Business 85 South. Take Exit 5-A (I-585/Pine Street) toward downtown. Take Exit 25-B (Hwy. 221/Church Street) and turn right at the bottom of the exit ramp. At the traffic light, merge left onto North Church Street. At the traffic light, turn left onto East Wood Street. Spartanburg Regional will be on your right.
From Columbia: on I-26 West, take Exit 28 (Hwy. 221/Spartanburg/Moore) and turn right at the bottom of the exit ramp. Follow Hwy. 221 about 10 miles through downtown Spartanburg and merge right to stay on Hwy. 221/Church Street After merging, turn right at the fourth traffic light onto East Wood Street.
From Asheville: on I-26 East, take Exit 19 onto Business 85 North toward Spartanburg. Take Exit 5-A (I-585/Pine Street) toward downtown. Take Exit 25-B (Hwy. 221/Church Street) and turn right at the bottom of the exit ramp. At the traffic light, merge left onto North Church Street. At the traffic light, turn left onto East Wood Street. Spartanburg Regional will be on your right.
Highway time and distance City Hours (Miles)
Atlanta, GA 3.3 (170)
Charleston, SC 3.5 (201)
Charlotte, NC 1.5 (71)
Washington, DC 9.0 (440)
New York, NY 14.0 (675)