Located on one of the busiest interstates in America, in one of the most rapidly growing areas of the country and the fastest in the state, Greenville is a city that stands out as a leader in today’s economy. Greenville and the neighboring cities, situated at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, are commonly referred to as the Upstate. In 2008, Greenville was ranked the 4th best city to live in the country by Relocation Magazine.

Why Greenville?

Affordability
To create a pro-business environment, Greenville offers low taxes and attractive incentives. Greenville also has well-priced homes and affordable property taxes. In fact, Greenville’s cost of living is 19.12% lower than the U.S. average.

Population Growth
Greenville County is South Carolina’s most populous county after years of explosive growth and is now home to more than 350,000 residents. The Upstate has a population of 1.32 million and has experienced a 19.5% increase since 1990.

Location
Located between Atlanta and Charlotte on the I-85 business corridor and equidistant between New York and Florida on the East coast, the Greenville area offers access to all major markets in the United States.

Excellent Healthcare
Greenville is home to Bon Secours St. Francis Health System and Greenville Hospital System, which is the nation’s first multi-hospital system.
GHS recently announced it will build a $20 million research and education campus in Greenville.

Access
Three interstate highways offer easy access to the South, Midwest and all major markets on the Eastern Seaboard. Additionally, the GSP International Airport is the largest airport in South Carolina.

LINKS

Greenville Economic Development Center | www.greenvilleeconomicdevelopment.com

Greenville County Government | www.greenvillecounty.org

Greater Greenville Chamber of Commerce | www.greenvillechamber.org

Upstate Alliance | www.upstatealliance.com

Greenville, South Carolina | www.greatergreenville.com

Greer Development Corporation | www.greerdevelopment.com

Greater Greenville Convention and Visitors Bureau | www.greenvillecvb.com