Blowing Rock, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Watauga County County
Blowing Rock, NC
At a Glance
How Blowing Rock Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Blowing Rock's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Blowing Rock a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Blowing Rock residents earn a median household income of $120,865 , which is 61% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $73,833. The unemployment rate stands at 0.7% (81% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,018 business establishments, including 180 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Blowing Rock is $667,300 , 137% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $760,963. Median rent is $877/month, with 13.5% 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 1981.
Safety & Crime
Blowing Rock reports 148 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 61% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,821/100K.
Education
59.9% of adults in Blowing Rock hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% above the national average). 95.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Blowing Rock has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.1 inches.