Bethlehem, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Alexander County County
Bethlehem, NC
At a Glance
How Bethlehem Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Bethlehem's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Bethlehem a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Bethlehem residents earn a median household income of $78,963 , which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $60,355. The unemployment rate stands at 2.7% (25% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 699 business establishments, including 45 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Bethlehem is $290,600 , 3% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $289,141. Median rent is $737/month, with 14.4% 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 1991.
Education
40.9% of adults in Bethlehem hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% above the national average). 93.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Bethlehem has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.