Investor-grade market analytics for Gaffney, South Carolina. Data from Zillow ZHVI, FRED, Census ACS, and FEMA NRI. Data through August 2026.
$186,138
-2.9% year-over-year
7.1%
gross annual
-2.9%
base case (Zillow ZHVF)
-2.9% year-over-year
25/100
LowNet migration: Top 24% nationally
In-migrants avg $44,854 AGI vs out-migrants $42,958
Opportunity Zone Market
3 ZIP codes in Gaffney are designated Qualified Opportunity Zones (IRC 1400Z-2), eligible for capital gains tax deferral on qualifying investments. Learn more →
Gaffney, SC is experiencing a correction with -2.9% year-over-year decline, signaling a buyer's market with softening demand. Affordability remains favorable with a price-to-income ratio of 3.8x, below the national average of 4.8x. Modest net positive migration (+151 returns/year) provides steady demand support. Climate risk remains low (25/100), favorable for long-term investment stability. Rental yield of 7.08% is strong, making this market attractive for buy-and-hold investors.
12-month projection (Zillow ZHVF model)
Gaffney, SC's primary climate exposure is tornadoes (50/100). The composite climate risk score of 25/100 (Low) indicates overall risk reflecting favorable conditions for long-term real estate investment. This market benefits from relatively low natural hazard exposure compared to coastal and wildfire-prone regions.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
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