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Cove Creek, NC
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Cove Creek, NC
At a Glance
How Cove Creek Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Cove Creek's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Cove Creek a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Cove Creek residents earn a median household income of $53,898 , which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,763. The unemployment rate stands at 0.7% (81% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,018 business establishments, including 180 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Cove Creek is $247,700 , 12% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $441,350. Median rent is $931/month, with 45.7% 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 1975.
Safety & Crime
Cove Creek reports 178 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 53% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,887/100K.
Education
34.7% of adults in Cove Creek hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% above the national average). 89.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Cove Creek has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.