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Fair Bluff, NC
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Fair Bluff, NC
At a Glance
How Fair Bluff Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fair Bluff's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fair Bluff a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fair Bluff residents earn a median household income of $29,063 , which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,520. The unemployment rate stands at 2.2% (39% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 28.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 531 business establishments, including 60 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fair Bluff is $48,900 , 83% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $146,789. Median rent is $807/month, with 37.7% 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 1982.
Safety & Crime
Fair Bluff reports 113 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 70% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,587/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
10.0% of adults in Fair Bluff hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below the national average). 82.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fair Bluff has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.