Fair Bluff, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Dillon County County
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 4.9% (36% above 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 $151,718. 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 438 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 15% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 729/100K.
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. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches.