China Grove, NC
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China Grove, NC
At a Glance
How China Grove Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows China Grove's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is China Grove a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
China Grove residents earn a median household income of $53,717 , which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,715. The unemployment rate stands at 5.8% (61% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 25.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,334 business establishments, including 235 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in China Grove is $207,500 , 26% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $298,622. Median rent is $955/month, with 38.8% 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 1970.
Safety & Crime
China Grove reports 130 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 66% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,106/100K.
Education
13.1% of adults in China Grove hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below the national average). 82.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
China Grove has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.