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Black Creek, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Wilson County County
Black Creek, NC
At a Glance
How Black Creek Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Black Creek's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Black Creek a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Black Creek residents earn a median household income of $50,625 , which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,883. The unemployment rate stands at 7.1% (97% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,155 business establishments, including 170 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Black Creek is $112,100 , 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $208,392. Median rent is $950/month, with 23.1% 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 1989.
Safety & Crime
Black Creek reports 533 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 40% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,823/100K.
Education
7.2% of adults in Black Creek hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below the national average). 95.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Black Creek has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.