Catawba, NC
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Catawba, NC
At a Glance
How Catawba Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Catawba's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Catawba a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Catawba residents earn a median household income of $44,659 , which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,894. The unemployment rate stands at 8.3% (131% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 5,206 business establishments, including 375 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Catawba is $138,100 , 51% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $320,823. Median rent is $1,098/month, with 29.4% 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 1962.
Safety & Crime
Catawba reports 184 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 51% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,766/100K.
Education
7.4% of adults in Catawba hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below the national average). 76.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Catawba has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.