Cajah's Mountain, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Caldwell County County
Cajah's Mountain, NC
At a Glance
How Cajah's Mountain Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Cajah's Mountain's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Cajah's Mountain a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Cajah's Mountain residents earn a median household income of $53,714 , which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,495. The unemployment rate stands at 7.6% (111% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,594 business establishments, including 136 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Cajah's Mountain is $175,900 , 38% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $257,950. Median rent is $677/month, with 18.7% 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.
Education
13.9% of adults in Cajah's Mountain hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below the national average). 82.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Cajah's Mountain has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.