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Newberry, South Carolina

Introduction to Newberry, South Carolina

Newberry, South Carolina, in Newberry county, is 38 miles NW of Columbia, South Carolina (center to center) and 79 miles SW of Charlotte, North Carolina. The town is home to some 10,580 residents.

Newberry History

The region was first settled in the mid 1700s by English, German, and Scottish-Irish immigrants. The town of Newberry's charter was adopted in the year 1894. The community was named in honor of Revolutionary War officer, Captain John Newberry. In 1976, Newberry officially became a city. However, since the Census Bureau was not informed about this change, Newberry was listed as a town in the 2000 census.

Newberry and nearby Attractions

  • Saluda County Historical Museum
  • Oakland Mill
  • Newberry Opera House
  • Newberry-Saluda Regional Library
  • Lynchs Woods Park
  • By-Lo Shopping Center

Things To Do In Newberry

Visitors interested in learning about the town's historical and cultural background can visit the Saluda County Historical Museum which showcases local historical exhibits. Newberry-Saluda Regional Library and Keller Memorial Library also provide a host of information about the region. The Newberry Opera House, Oakland Mill, Newberry City Hall, and Newberry County Courthouse are also worth visiting. The town of Newberry has a number of beautiful churches and cemeteries where one can spend some quiet time. Tourists can also enjoy shopping at the By-Lo Shopping Center.

Newberry Transportation

Air transportation is available from the Columbia Metropolitan Airport.

Newberry Higher Education

Higher educational facilities are provided by the local Newberry College. Residents can also enroll at Piedmont Technical College and Lander University.

High Points

Newberry strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in South Carolina):

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)		Top 4%trophyNewberry Racial Diversity
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)		Top 10%Newberry Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)		Top 11%Newberry Affordability of Property Taxes
Public Transportation Use
(vs. State)		Top 14%Newberry Public Transportation Use

Comparative Profile of Newberry, SC

Comparing Newberry to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in South Carolina (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Racial Diversity1010
Female Share of the Population96
Senior Citizens88
Children Under 5 Years Old77
Age of the Population32
Male Share of the Population25
Well-Paid Single Men25

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size45
Portion of People Married12

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults68
Median Family Income24
People in Middle Class or Better13
People Above Poverty12

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use79
Short Commute Times79
Walking and Biking to Work77
Working at Home36

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents107
Affordability of Property Taxes94
People Living Alone87
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals89
Seasonal and Vacation Housing75
Housing Recently Built42

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Property Crime35
Low Violent Crime26

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