Beech Mountain, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Avery County County
Beech Mountain, NC
At a Glance
How Beech Mountain Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Beech Mountain's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Beech Mountain a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Beech Mountain residents earn a median household income of $89,934 , which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $75,567. The unemployment rate stands at 10.0% (178% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 698 business establishments, including 63 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Beech Mountain is $388,800 , 38% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $450,917. Median rent is $978/month, with 27.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1984.
Safety & Crime
Beech Mountain reports 152 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 60% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 457/100K.
Education
54.0% of adults in Beech Mountain hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% above the national average). 96.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Beech Mountain has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.