Edenton, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Chowan County County
Edenton, NC
At a Glance
How Edenton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Edenton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Edenton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Edenton residents earn a median household income of $42,721 , which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,453. The unemployment rate stands at 9.3% (158% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 35.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 433 business establishments, including 31 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Edenton is $226,800 , 20% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $238,793. Median rent is $632/month, with 30.4% 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 1971.
Safety & Crime
Edenton reports 378 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 0% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,913/100K.
Education
23.6% of adults in Edenton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below the national average). 85.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Edenton has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches.