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Crime in Gaffney summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Gaffney. Key points include:
There were 546 total crimes in Gaffney in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Gaffney is 4,403.6 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Gaffney is 225.8 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Gaffney is 4,177.8 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Gaffney is 107.79% above the national average.
Total Crimes
Above National Average
Crime In Gaffney Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Gaffney / 100k People |
South Carolina / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 546 | 4,403.6 | 2,402.5 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 28 | 225.8 | 436.7 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 2 | 16.1 | 7.5 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 2 | 16.1 | 35.1 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 17 | 137.1 | 357.1 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 518 | 4,177.8 | 1,965.8 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 80 | 645.2 | 282.4 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 389 | 3,137.3 | 1,468.2 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 49 | 395.2 | 215.1 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Gaffney summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Gaffney. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around South Carolina. Key points include:
The cost of living in Gaffney is 86 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Gaffney is 0.9x lower than the national average.
The median home value in Gaffney is $185,840.
The median income in Gaffney is $41,089.
Gaffney's Overall Cost Of Living
Lower Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Gaffney Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Gaffney | South Carolina | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 86 | 92 | 100 |
| Services | 98 | 97 | 100 |
| Groceries | 97 | 96 | 100 |
| Health | 64 | 82 | 100 |
| Housing | 96 | 101 | 100 |
| Transportation | 103 | 101 | 100 |
| Utilities | 97 | 97 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Gaffney, SC Weather
The average high in Gaffney is 71.5° and the average low is 48.2°.
There are 73.9 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 47.7 inches of precipitation each year with 1.8 inches of snow.
| Stat | Gaffney |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 71.5 |
| Average Annual Low | 48.2 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 73.9 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 47.7 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 1.8 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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1 Reviews & Comments About Gaffney
I lived in Gaffney South Carolina for 6 years and I just moved Lyman SC.
And it's not bad...but I want to move back to Gaffney and I am just bought 2 and a half acres and just as soon as we get our double wide I'll be back there...oh and btw why did you say North Carolina - Lol thanks and your -#10 has my name but it's backwards...you said the city of AllenDale and I found the ironic that my name is DaleAllen....that's funny but I've found South Carolina and I love my state it's really a great state....
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Gaffney Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Gaffney
The current population in Gaffney is 12,596. The population has increased 0.8% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 12,596 | -0.1% |
| 2023 | 12,612 | -0.3% |
| 2022 | 12,651 | 0.7% |
| 2021 | 12,560 | -1.4% |
| 2020 | 12,733 | 1.2% |
| 2019 | 12,582 | 0.4% |
| 2018 | 12,526 | -1.8% |
| 2017 | 12,756 | -0.8% |
| 2016 | 12,859 | 2.4% |
| 2015 | 12,562 | -0.0% |
| 2014 | 12,565 | -0.0% |
| 2013 | 12,569 | 0.8% |
| 2012 | 12,473 | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 12,452 | -0.3% |
| 2010 | 12,492 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Gaffney
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Gaffney is:
41.2% White with 5,194 White residents.
40.6% African American with 5,112 African American residents.
0.6% American Indian with 79 American Indian residents.
0.4% Asian with 48 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
3.0% Other with 382 Other residents.
5.9% Two Or More with 743 Two Or More residents.
8.2% Hispanic with 1,038 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Gaffney | SC | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 41.2% | 61.9% | 57.4% |
| African American | 40.6% | 24.6% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 0.4% | 1.7% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 3.0% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 5.9% | 3.7% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 8.2% | 7.4% | 19.3% |
Gender in Gaffney
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Gaffney is 51.5% female with 6,486 female residents.
Gaffney is 48.5% male with 6,109 male residents.
| Gender | Gaffney | SC | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.5% | 51.3% | 50.5% |
| Male | 48.5% | 48.7% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Gaffney for adults over 25
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6.0% of adults in Gaffney completed < 9th grade.
10.0% of adults in Gaffney completed 9-12th grade.
34.0% of adults in Gaffney completed high school / ged.
19.0% of adults in Gaffney completed some college.
8.0% of adults in Gaffney completed associate's degree.
14.0% of adults in Gaffney completed bachelor's degree.
8.0% of adults in Gaffney completed master's degree.
1.0% of adults in Gaffney completed professional degree.
0.0% of adults in Gaffney completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Gaffney | SC | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 6.0% | 3.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 10.0% | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 34.0% | 28.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 19.0% | 20.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 8.0% | 10.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 14.0% | 20.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 8.0% | 9.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Gaffney, South Carolina
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13.4% of households in Gaffney earn Less than $10,000.
7.6% of households in Gaffney earn $10,000 to $14,999.
11.9% of households in Gaffney earn $15,000 to $24,999.
9.8% of households in Gaffney earn $25,000 to $34,999.
17.0% of households in Gaffney earn $35,000 to $49,999.
17.2% of households in Gaffney earn $50,000 to $74,999.
7.1% of households in Gaffney earn $75,000 to $99,999.
10.3% of households in Gaffney earn $100,000 to $149,999.
4.5% of households in Gaffney earn $150,000 to $199,999.
1.2% of households in Gaffney earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Gaffney | SC | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 13.4% | 5.9% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 7.6% | 3.8% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 11.9% | 7.3% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 9.8% | 7.7% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 17.0% | 11.9% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 17.2% | 17.0% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 7.1% | 13.1% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 10.3% | 16.4% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 4.5% | 8.0% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 1.2% | 8.9% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
