Biscoe, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Montgomery County County
Biscoe, NC
At a Glance
How Biscoe Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Biscoe's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Biscoe a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Biscoe residents earn a median household income of $43,773 , which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,988. The unemployment rate stands at 2.4% (33% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 41.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 620 business establishments, including 42 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Biscoe is $112,800 , 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $161,045. Median rent is $615/month, with 25.9% 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.
Safety & Crime
Biscoe reports 216 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 43% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,778/100K.
Education
11.6% of adults in Biscoe hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below the national average). 77.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Biscoe has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.