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Elroy, NC
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Elroy, NC
At a Glance
How Elroy Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Elroy's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Elroy a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Elroy residents earn a median household income of $54,375 , which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,721. The unemployment rate stands at 1.8% (50% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 380 business establishments, including 18 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Elroy is $120,500 , 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $428,628. Median rent is $920/month, with 40.8% 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 1978.
Safety & Crime
Elroy reports 899 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 137% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 6,055/100K.
Education
12.8% of adults in Elroy hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below the national average). 85.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Elroy has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.