Move Upstate SC

Located at the heart of the Charlotte-Atlanta corridor and in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Upstate SC provides the balance of outdoor adventures with top-ranked foodie and cultural scenes. It’s no wonder 30 people move to the Upstate every day, on average. And, beaches, boardwalks and picturesque mountain trails are all just a short drive away.

Home to more than 505 international companies, Upstate SC is a culturally diverse and welcoming place to live and work. Whether you’re out on a trail, at a local brewery or at the office, it’s not uncommon to hear the chatter of several different languages. Plus, with three international airports within three hours, including our own GSP International, it’s easy to connect to new places and cultures firsthand.

In Upstate SC, you don’t have to work 60 hours a week and commute through traffic to live the life you want. Instead, you can enjoy that extra cup of coffee and a bike ride to work in the morning. Our cost of living is lower than Charlotte, Nashville, Austin and Atlanta and everything from a downtown apartment to a family home is attainable at a reasonable price. You’ll also see lower costs on utilities, transportation and other expenses, so you can feel good about splurging on a weekend getaway.

With a bounty of available jobs across a range of industries, there’s room for everyone on the way up in Upstate SC. Far from the cut-throat environment often found in major metro areas, Upstate SC’s business community prides itself in its spirit of collaboration and the daily courtesies that go a long way toward promoting a friendly, authentic culture. Whether it’s grabbing coffee with a local business leader or attending a young professional happy hour, you’ll find people who are eager to help you reach your career goals.

Upstate SC residents enjoy 221 days of mood-boosting sunshine every year and four pleasantly moderate seasons. With natural wonders so close by, you can spend your morning hiking Table Rock or biking one of our world-renowned trails and take a dip in the lake all before lunchtime. When you get hungry, head to Greenville, ranked the No. 3 Best Downtown in the country, for lunch overlooking a waterfall, or venture out in to the region to sample some of the best barbeque in the south.