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Dillsboro, NC
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Dillsboro, NC
At a Glance
How Dillsboro Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Dillsboro's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Dillsboro a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Dillsboro residents earn a median household income of $45,833 , which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,591. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,271 business establishments, including 132 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Dillsboro is $225,000 , 20% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $325,379. Median rent is $783/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 1985.
Safety & Crime
Dillsboro reports 499 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 31% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 6,828/100K.
Education
35.4% of adults in Dillsboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% above the national average). 97.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Dillsboro has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.