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Ellenboro, NC

North Carolina · Rutherford County

Ellenboro is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 899. Residents earn $50,625 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
899 Population 708/sq mi density
$50,625 Median Income $19,482 per capita
$104,500 Home Value $179,834 Zillow
$719 Median Rent 14.7% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
122 Violent Crime/100K 7,067 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$50,625 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$104,500 home value, $719/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
122 violent crimes/100K (68% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $50,625
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $104,500
63% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 122/100K
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.7%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $719
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.0%
13% higher than US avg

How Ellenboro Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population899
Median Age27.6 yrs
Density708/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,625
Per Capita$19,482
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty14.0%
County GDP$2,490M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$104,500
Rent$719
Ownership58.3%
Zillow$179,834
Housing Units384
Rent Burden14.7%

Crime

F
Violent122/100K
Property7,067/100K

Health

Obesity36.4%
Uninsured9.8%
Smoking15.9%
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain50.4 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation1,041 ft (317 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.7%
High School+81.2%
Graduate+2.3%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 26%
Commute20 min
Broadband80.3%
EV Stations3
Libraries3

Is Ellenboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ellenboro receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Ellenboro has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ellenboro is $50,625, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. 14.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ellenboro is $104,500, 63% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $719 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Ellenboro is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 122 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 7,067 per 100,000, 261% above the national average.

Education

10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Ellenboro enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Ellenboro has a population of 899 with a density of 708 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age is 27.6 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.3% male. The city is predominantly White (82.8%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 7.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.8% of residents. 4.7% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 21.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

899
Total Population
708
People / sq mi
27.6yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Ellenboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.8%
22% above US avg
Spanish 4.2%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ellenboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ellenboro is $50,625, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,482 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $925, 35% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 1,498 business establishments, including 113 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 4.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Ellenboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,625
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,482
Avg Weekly Wage$925
IRS Avg AGI$57,859
Gini Index0.470 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.0%
13% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,498
County GDP$2,490M

Business (County)

Restaurants113
Healthcare136
Retail205
Manufacturing61

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,341
5% below US avg
Cost of Living94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.6 min
Drive Alone83.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Ellenboro is $104,500, 63% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $179,834, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 61.2% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $719 (38% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $981 for a one-bedroom to $1,161 for a two-bedroom apartment. 58.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 384 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1974. The average annual property tax is $3,341. 14.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,500
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$179,834
Median List Price$198,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$198,000
$/Sq Ft$96
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio61.2%
Price Drops14.3%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$719
38% below US avg
Rent Burden14.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$932
1 Bedroom$981
2 Bedrooms$1,161
3 Bedrooms$1,499
4 Bedrooms$1,780

Ownership & Property

Homeownership58.3%
Owner-Occupied58.3%
Renter-Occupied41.7%
Housing Units384
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,341
5% below US avg
Effective Rate3.20%
In Ellenboro, 36.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.8% of residents. 33.5% have high blood pressure. 15.9% are current smokers. 16.8% report binge drinking. 23.9% are physically inactive. 28.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.1% experience frequent mental distress. 9.8% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,227. The dentist ratio is 1:3,821. 33.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.9 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Ellenboro vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep33.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.9%
Uninsured9.8%
14% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,227
Dentists1:3,821
Mental Health1:512
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits59.4%
Premature Death13,778/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access33.8%
Healthcare Facilities136
Ellenboro has a violent crime rate of 122 per 100,000 residents, 68% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 7,067 per 100,000, 261% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 10 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Ellenboro receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Ellenboro vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent121.9/100K
68% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property7,067.4/100K
261% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Traffic Accidents44
Avg Accident Severity2.4 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Ellenboro enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.0 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 1,041 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.2°F
10% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,041 ft (317 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density708/sq mi
Coordinates35.3309°N, 81.7613°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyRutherford County County
Nearest AirportFoothills Regional (MRN)
35 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.4"
33% above US avg
Snowfall 4.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.12"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.54"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score72.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability72.5 / 100
Community Resilience26.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively High
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

40 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 23, 2025.

Apr 13, 1998 9 km S of Kershaw, South Carolina M3.9 143 km
Jun 16, 2006 9 km W of Maggie Valley, North Carolina M3.4 132 km
Jun 4, 2023 4 km NNW of West Canton, North Carolina M3.2 104 km
Jun 5, 1998 4 km SSE of Mooresville, North Carolina M3.2 92 km
Aug 23, 2025 3 km N of Coronaca, South Carolina M3.0 120 km
Jul 7, 1995 3 km NW of Mountain City, Tennessee M3.0 129 km
Aug 4, 2007 12 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina M3.0 34 km
Jan 1, 1993 4 km SSW of Spruce Pine, North Carolina M3.0 68 km
Aug 25, 2013 3 km NNE of Blowing Rock, North Carolina M2.9 93 km
Feb 18, 2005 7 km ENE of Irmo, South Carolina M2.9 147 km
Aug 23, 2025 3 km NNW of Coronaca, South Carolina M2.9 120 km
Mar 6, 2006 3 km W of Burnsville, North Carolina M2.8 83 km
Feb 12, 2021 8 km SW of Banner Hill, Tennessee M2.8 104 km
May 23, 2023 4 km N of West Canton, North Carolina M2.8 103 km
Aug 14, 2025 7 km N of Columbus, North Carolina M2.7 40 km
Mar 21, 2004 16 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina M2.7 33 km
Aug 30, 2010 7 km ENE of Mountain City, Tennessee M2.7 129 km
Jun 10, 2018 2 km NE of Hays, North Carolina M2.7 120 km
Mar 14, 2015 3 km SE of Cherokee, North Carolina M2.7 139 km
Aug 17, 2021 6 km N of Morganton, North Carolina M2.7 53 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Fran (1996, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
1996 Fran Category 1 278 km
1989 Hugo Category 4 93 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

341 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 16 fatalities, 376 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 7, 1998 EF4 69 km 0
May 5, 1989 EF4 23 km 4
May 5, 1989 EF4 32 km 2
Aug 16, 1994 EF3 81 km 0
Mar 27, 1994 EF3 66 km 0
May 27, 1973 EF3 87 km 0
May 10, 1952 EF3 74 km 2
Apr 25, 2020 EF2 75 km 0
Apr 13, 2020 EF2 92 km 0
Feb 6, 2020 EF2 36 km 0
Oct 23, 2017 EF2 45 km 0
Oct 23, 2017 EF2 57 km 0
Oct 23, 2017 EF2 24 km 0
Oct 8, 2017 EF2 93 km 0
Mar 3, 2012 EF2 98 km 0
Jan 11, 2012 EF2 4 km 0
Jan 11, 2012 EF2 44 km 0
Nov 16, 2011 EF2 78 km 3
Oct 26, 2010 EF2 69 km 0
Oct 26, 2010 EF2 35 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BRUSHY RIDGE (12,405 ac, 2000).

Year Name Acres Distance
2000 BRUSHY RIDGE 12,405 61 km
2016 PARTY ROCK 8,572 46 km
2016 PINNACLE MOUNTAIN 7,869 92 km
2007 LINVILLE COMPLEX (DOBSON KNOB) 7,151 57 km
2016 CHESTNUT KNOB 6,418 33 km
2010 BURNING UNIT 5,567 77 km
1985 UNNAMED 4,610 45 km
2022 LOST BEAR RX FY2022 4,276 59 km
2017 WHITE CREEK 4,166 57 km
2016 CLEAR CREEK 3,493 54 km
2010 C-94-95 133 RX 3,192 96 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,976 63 km
2010 UNNAMED 2,909 99 km
2015 UNNAMED 2,690 93 km
2000 TIPTON HILL 2,661 94 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,514 87 km
2009 UNNAMED 2,458 95 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,395 79 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,362 82 km
2013 UNNAMED 2,274 95 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 4.2 in Coldest
February 43°F (6°C) 4.2 in
March 51°F (10°C) 5.1 in Wettest
April 58°F (15°C) 3.5 in Driest
May 66°F (19°C) 4.5 in
June 74°F (23°C) 4.5 in
July 78°F (26°C) 4.5 in Warmest
August 76°F (25°C) 4.4 in
September 70°F (21°C) 4.0 in
October 59°F (15°C) 4.0 in
November 50°F (10°C) 3.7 in
December 42°F (6°C) 4.0 in

Ellenboro has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 40°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.1") and April the driest (3.5").

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Ellenboro is located in Rutherford County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 10.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 68% below the national average of 33.7%. 81.2% have completed high school. 2.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 73.6% of the vote, a 47.8-point margin. 80.3% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 136 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 83.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.6%
D 25.8%

Winner: Republican by 47.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Traffic Accidents44
Avg Accident Severity2.4 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.7%
68% below US avg
High School+81.2%
Graduate Degree+2.3%
School Test Score5.80
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density708/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi
CountyRutherford County County

Services

Broadband Access80.3%
Avg Download Speed26.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed5.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities136
Restaurants113
Retail Stores205

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.6 min
Drive Alone83.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.8%
Average costs for common services in Ellenboro. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $236 ($141–$377)
Specialist Visit $330 ($189–$519)
Urgent Care Visit $189 ($94–$330)
Emergency Room Visit $2,075 ($754–$4,715)
Dental Cleaning $123 ($71–$189)
Dental Filling $236 ($141–$377)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $42 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $71 ($47–$113)
Brake Pad Replacement $283 ($141–$472)
Tire Rotation $38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4) $566 ($377–$943)
Battery Replacement $189 ($94–$330)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $94 ($57–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour) $85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair $377 ($141–$754)
HVAC System Install $6,601 ($3,772–$11,316)
Roof Repair $943 ($377–$1,886)
Roof Replacement $8,487 ($5,187–$14,145)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,415 ($472–$3,301)
Divorce (Contested) $14,145 ($4,715–$28,290)
DUI Defense $4,715 ($1,886–$9,430)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,415 ($754–$2,829)
Will Preparation $472 ($189–$943)
Trust Preparation $2,358 ($943–$4,715)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut $52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full) $141 ($71–$236)
Manicure $24 ($14–$42)
Pedicure $38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour) $75 ($47–$123)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.87 ($2.83–$5.19)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.30 ($2.36–$4.72)
Loaf of Bread $3.58 ($2.36–$5.19)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.24 ($2.83–$6.13)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.19 ($3.77–$7.07)
Rice (per lb) $0.94 ($0.57–$1.70)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $132 ($75–$236)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $66 ($38–$113)
Internet (Monthly) $66 ($38–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly) $80 ($47–$141)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $189 ($71–$472)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,886 ($1,132–$3,301)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $66 ($28–$123)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.54–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $94 ($28–$236)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14–$71)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,132 ($566–$2,358)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $943 ($472–$1,886)
After-School Care (Monthly) $377 ($189–$660)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $47 ($24–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $943 ($377–$2,358)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,788 ($4,715–$28,290)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $57 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $94 ($47–$189)
Dog Grooming $57 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter $283 ($141–$472)
Cat Spay/Neuter $189 ($94–$377)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$698
Toddler$615
Preschool$488
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$613
Toddler$468
Preschool$490
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Rutherford County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 2,680 232 $31,264 1.49
Manufacturing 2,560 83 $62,182 1.73
Health Care & Social Assistance 2,126 145 $48,671 0.82
Accommodation & Food Services 1,900 132 $23,259 1.16
Construction 1,362 152 $71,962 1.44
Administrative & Waste Services 882 100 $42,560 0.83
Information & Technology 617 27 $64,666 1.83
Other Services 435 127 $36,859 0.80
Professional & Technical Services 422 114 $63,316 0.34
Wholesale Trade 333 70 $48,496 0.47
Finance & Insurance 298 76 $63,762 0.41
Educational Services 243 17 $46,619 0.65
Arts & Entertainment 163 14 $26,382 0.54
Real Estate 157 64 $44,404 0.56
Management of Companies 94 7 $101,369 0.31

Schools in Ellenboro

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ellenboro Elementary School Elementary 595 43 13.8:1
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Radio Stations near Ellenboro

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WNCW AAC+ 48 kbps

Campgrounds Near Ellenboro

4 campgrounds found near Ellenboro.

NameRatingSitesPrice
BRIAR BOTTOM GROUP CAMPGROUND 4.6/5 6 $125
BLACK MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND 4.5/5 37 $28–$56
CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC) 4.5/5 24 $10
CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA 4.3/5 39 $28–$70

National Parks Near Ellenboro

35 national parks and monuments found near Ellenboro.

ParkTypeFee
Andrew Jackson State Park State Park Free
Bear Paw State Natural Area State Park Free
Beech Creek State Natural Area State Park Free
Blue Ridge Parkway Parkway Free
Bobs Creek State Natural Area State Park Free
Caesars Head State Park State Park Free
Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Chester State Park State Park Free
Chimney Rock State Park State Park Free
Cowpens National Battlefield National Battlefield Free
Croft State Park State Park Free
Crowders Mountain State Park State Park Free
Davy Crockett Birthplace State Park Free
Fonta Flora State Trail State Park Free
Grandfather Mountain State Park State Park Free
Jones Gap State Park State Park Free
Kings Mountain National Military Park National Military Park Free
Kings Mountain State Park State Park Free
Lake James State Park State Park Free
Lake James State Park State Park Free
Lake Norman State Park State Park Free
Lake Wateree State Park State Park Free
Landsford Canal State Park State Park Free
Linville River State Natural and Scenic River State Park Free
Mount Mitchell State Park State Park Free
NC Division of Parks and Recreation Conservation Land State Park Free
Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail National Historic Trail Free
Paris Mountain State Park State Park Free
Pineola State Natural Area State Park Free
South Mountains State Park State Park Free
Sugar Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free
Table Rock State Park State Park Free
Wildcat Wayside State Park State Park Free
Wilderness Gateway State Trail State Park Free
Yellow Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free

Trails Near Ellenboro

47 trails found near Ellenboro.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
BUNCOMBE HORSE 16.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BLACK MOUNTAIN CREST 11.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WOODS MOUNTAIN 7.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MT MITCHELL 5.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
KITSUMA 4.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
SNOOKS NOSE 4.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HEARTBREAK RIDGE 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
COLBERT RIDGE 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
POINT LOOKOUT 3.6 ASPHALT Yes Yes
HARRIS CREEK HORSE 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CATAWBA FALLS LOOP 3.4 CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL Yes
MACKEY MOUNTAIN 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GREEN KNOB 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WOODS MOUNTAIN 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BERNARD MOUNTAIN 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
BALD KNOB RIDGE 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
STAR GAP 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
SUGAR COVE 2.6 CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL Yes
SOUTH RIVER LOOP 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LEAD MINE GAP 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NEWBERRY CREEK 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NORTH RIVER LOOP 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HICKORY BRANCH 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GATEWAY 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
HIGGANS BALD 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WOODLAWN FITNESS 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HEMLOCK 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MEADOWS LOOP 0.9 CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL Yes
FOUNDATION 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
DEVILS DEN NATURE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BRIAR BOTTOM BIKE 0.6 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes
OAK HOLLOW 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
JARRETT'S RUN 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BAD FORK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
FORAGER 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
STAGECOACH 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TOMS CREEK FALLS 0.4 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes
BIG TOM GAP 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SALT GAP CONNECTOR 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
OLD FORT PICNIC AREA 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MEADOWS LOOP 0.3 CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL Yes Yes
WILDFLOWER 0.2 CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL Yes
BETTY'S RUN 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
SETROCK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
KITSUMA PEAK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SOUTH TOE FISHING ACCESS 0.1 ASPHALT Yes Yes
ROARING FORK FALLS 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes

Museums in Ellenboro

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
WILLIAMS OBSERVATORYSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM7044064000$83,551,697
BROAD RIVER ANTIQUE POWER ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$20,706
BENNETT CLASSICS ANTIQUE AUTO MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM241 VANCE ST8282471767
BOSTIC LINCOLN CENTERHISTORY MUSEUM112 DEPOT STREET8282459800
CLEVELAND COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 13357044828186
COWPENS NATIONAL BATTLEFIELDHISTORIC PRESERVATION8644612828
INTERNATIONAL LINEMANS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUMPO BOX 4817044827638
KID SENSES CHILDREN'S MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM8282862120
LATTIMORE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
LAWNDALE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION119 PIEDMONT DRIVE7045387212
LITTLE DETROIT MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM241 VANCE ST
PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM172 N MAIN ST
RUTHERFORD COUNTY FARM MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8282481248
RUTHERFORD COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION316 NORTH MAIN STREET8284471474

Libraries in Ellenboro

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
CLEVELAND COUNTY MEMORIAL LIBRARY104 HOWIE DR0.0144,163
RUTHERFORD COUNTY LIBRARY255 CALLAHAN KOON RD0.099,772

Farmers Markets in Ellenboro

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Foothills Farmers' Market, Inc.126 W. Marion Street01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016Wed: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Foothills Farmers' Market, Inc.126 W. Marion StreetWed: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Rutherford County Farmers Market172 Depot Street04/26/2014 to 10/28/2014Tue: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Rutherfordton Farmers Market146 North Main St
Tri-City Tailgate Farmers' Market Tri-City Mall, beside Retro Cinema

Restaurants in Ellenboro

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fagans Farm Restaurant
Randall's Ellenboro Restaurant

Gas Stations in Ellenboro

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

RoCo Fuels

Cell Towers in Ellenboro

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
178 THICKETTY MTN TRAIL (66033)GTOWER98
178 THICKETTY MTN TRAIL (66033)GTOWER98
138 WEST LEE STREET (Lattimore - NC RSA 4B3)TOWER98
1316 WEST STAGE COACH TRAIL (ADJACENT)TOWER97
370 PARKER ROAD (65912)GTOWER87
370 PARKER ROAD (65912)GTOWER87
FOREST CITY CELL SITE: UPON CHERRY MOUNTAIN, 1.1 MILE N OF SR-1769 7 MILES N OTOWER81

Fire Stations in Ellenboro

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Ellenboro Fire Department175 Depot STMostly volunteer828-453-8141

Power Plants Near Ellenboro

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
RUFF SOLAR LLCSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-81.8OP
INNOVATIVE SOLAR 15, LLCSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-81.8OP

Bridges in Ellenboro

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete continuous19682320,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19681584,000G
CulvertConcrete continuous1919252,100F
CulvertSteel1962251,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19682251,300F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1952106950F
CulvertConcrete continuous191924850G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195287730P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196226410F
CulvertConcrete continuous195521400P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete202097390G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196341390P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197661240F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195140150F

Superfund Sites Near Ellenboro

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
ELECTRIC GLASS FIBER AMERICA LLC940 WASHBURN SWITCH RDCLEVELAND

Airports Near Ellenboro

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Greenville Downtown AirportGMUMedium Airport
Greenville-Spartanburg International AirportGSPMedium Airport
Hickory Regional AirportHKYMedium Airport
Alexander County AirportSmall Airport
Avery County Morrison FieldSmall Airport
Bell Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Boomerang AirportSmall Airport
Brown AirportSmall Airport
Cane Creek AirportSmall Airport
Chandelle AirportSmall Airport
Chester Catawba Regional AirportSmall Airport
Cleveland AirportSmall Airport
Clute's Hilltop AirportSmall Airport
Clyde Valley AirportSmall Airport
Crooked Fence Farm AirportSmall Airport
Dirt Dobber's Grass StripSmall Airport
Donaldson Field AirportGDCSmall Airport
Dry Pond AirportSmall Airport
Duncan AirportSmall Airport
Fairview AirportSmall Airport
Falls LandingSmall Airport
Fly Sky AirportSmall Airport
Flying Bj AirportSmall Airport
Foothills Regional AirportMRNSmall Airport
Fox Haven Plantation AirportSmall Airport
Fulton FieldSmall Airport
Gastonia Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Green Pond AirportSmall Airport
Gryder-Teague AirportSmall Airport
Hendersonville AirportSmall Airport
Horseshoe Landing AirportSmall Airport
Indian Creek AirportSmall Airport
Jeffords AirportSmall Airport
King FieldSmall Airport
La Dolce Terra AirportSmall Airport
Laneys AirportSmall Airport
Lanni FieldSmall Airport
Laughing Crow AirparkSmall Airport
Lincolnton Lincoln County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Little Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Lower Creek AirportSmall Airport
Moores FieldSmall Airport
Mountain Air AirportSmall Airport
Mountain Ridge AirportSmall Airport
Mountain View AirportSmall Airport
Northbrook International Ultraport UltralightportSmall Airport
Oakhill AirparkSmall Airport
Paradise LandingSmall Airport
Parker FieldSmall Airport
Patton Valley AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Ellenboro

6 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Chesnee PD
Forest City Police Department
Rutherford County Sheriff
Shelby Police311 South Lafayette Street
Shelby Police Department311 South Lafayette Street
Spindale Police Department125 Reveley Street

Grocery Stores in Ellenboro

4 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Dollar General 11355Other210 Main St
Ellenboro Save MartConvenience Store333 Main St
Family Dollar 7709Other428 Main St
Tp Food And Fuel LlcConvenience Store313 Main St

Post Offices in Ellenboro

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Ellenboro Post Office131 Depot Street

Treatment Centers in Ellenboro

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Integrated Care of Greater Hickory - ICGH ShelbyBoth828-322-5915
Phoenix Counseling CenterSubstance Abuse704-396-6747
Preferred Choice HealthcareSubstance Abuse704-487-4000
Preferred Choice HealthcareSubstance Abuse828-287-7806

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ellenboro

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
AVONDALE COMMUNITY CHURCHPO BOX 316
BRING THE CROSS OUT INC142 VICTORIA DR
FAIRVIEW MOUNTAIN MINISTRIES INC404 MASON RD
JOY CHURCH INCRT 2 BOX 334 B
NEW COVENANT CHURCH OF GODPO BOX 66
OUTREACH 2000 INC3116 HOLLIS RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ellenboro

What is the population of Ellenboro?

Ellenboro has a population of 899 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 708 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 27.6 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.

Is Ellenboro expensive to live in?

Ellenboro is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.3 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $50,625, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $104,500 (63% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $719 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Ellenboro safe?

Ellenboro is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 122 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 7,067 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Ellenboro receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Ellenboro?

Ellenboro enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 50.4 inches, with 4.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Ellenboro?

The job market in Ellenboro is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $925. There are 1,498 business establishments in the area, including 113 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 4.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Ellenboro?

The median home value in Ellenboro is $104,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $179,834. For renters, the median monthly rent is $719. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 58.3%. The average annual property tax is $3,341.

How are the schools in Ellenboro?

Schools in Ellenboro score 5.8 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 10.7% of adults in Ellenboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.2% have completed high school. 2.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Ellenboro?

The obesity rate in Ellenboro is 36.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.9% of adults are smokers. 23.9% are physically inactive. 28.1% of residents report depression. 9.8% lack health insurance. 33.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,227.

What is transportation like in Ellenboro?

The average commute in Ellenboro is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 83.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Ellenboro?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Ellenboro is 82.8% White, 7.1% Black or African American, 1.4% Hispanic or Latino. 95.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.2% speak Spanish. 4.7% of the population are military veterans. 21.1% of residents have a disability. 86.9% have health insurance coverage.

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