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East Laurinburg, NC
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East Laurinburg, NC
At a Glance
How East Laurinburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows East Laurinburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is East Laurinburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
East Laurinburg residents earn a median household income of $28,333 , which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,011. The unemployment rate stands at 9.9% (175% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 31.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 706 business establishments, including 60 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in East Laurinburg is $36,800 , 87% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $138,661. Median rent is $833/month, with 28.3% 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 1947.
Safety & Crime
East Laurinburg reports 1,036 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 173% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 5,492/100K.
Education
3.7% of adults in East Laurinburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below the national average). 80.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
East Laurinburg has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.