Belhaven, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Beaufort County County
Belhaven, NC
At a Glance
How Belhaven Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Belhaven's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Belhaven a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Belhaven residents earn a median household income of $33,958 , which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,549. The unemployment rate stands at 17.2% (378% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 35.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,350 business establishments, including 94 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Belhaven is $98,200 , 65% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $239,088. Median rent is $859/month, with 31.5% 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 1971.
Safety & Crime
Belhaven reports 214 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 44% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,567/100K.
Education
12.1% of adults in Belhaven hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below the national average). 80.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Belhaven has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.3 inches.