Bent Creek, NC

Bent Creek, NC

At a Glance

How Bent Creek Compares to the U.S. Average

Each bar shows Bent Creek's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)

Is Bent Creek a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Bent Creek residents earn a median household income of $52,485 , which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,229. The unemployment rate stands at 22.0% (511% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 13,107 business establishments, including 971 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Bent Creek is $377,500 , 34% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $454,142. Median rent is $1,914/month, with 51.0% 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 1976.

Education

36.6% of adults in Bent Creek hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% above the national average). 87.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.

Climate & Weather

Bent Creek has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

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