Canton, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Haywood County County
Canton, NC
At a Glance
How Canton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Canton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Canton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Canton residents earn a median household income of $64,034 , which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,626. The unemployment rate stands at 1.2% (67% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,983 business establishments, including 182 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Canton is $226,400 , 20% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $292,025. Median rent is $850/month, with 27.5% 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 1961.
Safety & Crime
Canton reports 158 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 58% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,879/100K.
Education
15.0% of adults in Canton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below the national average). 89.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Canton has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.