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Camden, NC
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Camden, NC
At a Glance
How Camden Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Camden's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Camden a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Camden residents earn a median household income of $81,583 , which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,818. The unemployment rate stands at 6.5% (81% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 235 business establishments, including 12 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Camden is $360,200 , 28% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $383,087. Median rent is $1,119/month, with 18.8% 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 1996.
Safety & Crime
Camden reports 501 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 32% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,383/100K.
Education
43.6% of adults in Camden hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% above the national average). 89.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Camden has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 299 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.