Cove City, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Jones County County
Cove City, NC
At a Glance
How Cove City Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Cove City's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Cove City a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Cove City residents earn a median household income of $50,893 , which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,476. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 212 business establishments, including 7 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Cove City is $78,800 , 72% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $184,906. Median rent is $916/month, with 30.8% 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 1992.
Education
26.1% of adults in Cove City hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below the national average). 88.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Cove City has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.9 inches.