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Fallston, NC
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Fallston, NC
At a Glance
How Fallston Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fallston's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fallston a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fallston residents earn a median household income of $49,250 , which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,463. The unemployment rate stands at 1.3% (64% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,287 business establishments, including 181 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fallston is $86,800 , 69% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $197,845. Median rent is $708/month, with 23.8% 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 1971.
Safety & Crime
Fallston reports 357 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 6% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,227/100K.
Education
23.3% of adults in Fallston hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below the national average). 79.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fallston has 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. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.