Burnsville, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Yancey County County
Burnsville, NC
At a Glance
How Burnsville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Burnsville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Burnsville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Burnsville residents earn a median household income of $47,576 , which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,108. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5% (25% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 497 business establishments, including 25 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Burnsville is $223,800 , 21% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $315,046. Median rent is $823/month, with 25.4% 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 1975.
Safety & Crime
Burnsville reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 615/100K.
Education
24.5% of adults in Burnsville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below the national average). 87.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Burnsville has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.