Greenwood is a city in Greenwood County. It is the county seat.
Greenwood, South Carolina, a scenic small city nestled at the feet of the rolling hills of the Upstate, where a progressive business environment merges seamlessly with a community emphasis on quality of life.
Visit Greenwood for a while and you can’t help but notice the true sense of community that is an integral part of the lives of her citizens. From organized youth sports at Greenwood County’s Recreation Center or state-of-the-art YMCA, to a deep commitment to the arts, from a quality of life approach to business and industrial recruitment, to an organized effort to create safer, more connected neighborhoods, “community” is the foundation upon which Greenwood has been built.
The Greenwood Chamber takes pride in being at the forefront of this phenomenal record of growth and remains committed to promoting the quality of life that is the hallmark of this outstanding city. As you read further, consider this your personal invitation to visit Greenwood
If you’re looking for a gift, something for your home or something to wear, you’ll find it right here in Greenwood. The area is a wonderful shopping destination if you’re looking for antiques, collectibles, hard to find treasures or a gift for someone special.
There’s a multitude of shopping opportunities along our main thoroughfares with conveniently located outdoor malls, discount stores and specialty shops. And, our mild traffic makes shopping a breeze.
Uptown Greenwood has a variety of specialty shops with top names in men’s and women’s clothing, home furnishings, linens and bath items, crystal, china, designer fashions, jewelry, camera equipment, fragrances and cosmetics. And, when you’re tired and need refueling, stop in one of our Uptown restaurants, bakeries or gourmet coffee shops.
Housing Cost
Estimated median house or condo value in 2007: $87,946
Demographics
Population in July 2007: 22,383. Greenwood covers 13.7 square miles.
Zip codes: 29646, 29647, 29648, 29649
Climate
Greenwood, SC climate is warm during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 70's and cold during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 40's.
The warmest month of the year is July with an average maximum temperature of 90.80 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 29.90 degrees Fahrenheit.
Temperature variations between night and day tend to be moderate during summer with a difference that can reach 23 degrees Fahrenheit, and moderate during winter with an average difference of 24 degrees Fahrenheit.
The annual average precipitation at Greenwood is 46.32 Inches. Rainfall in is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest month of the year is January with an average rainfall of 4.99 Inches.
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