Fletcher, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Henderson County County
Fletcher, NC
At a Glance
How Fletcher Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fletcher's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fletcher a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fletcher residents earn a median household income of $75,117 , which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,897. The unemployment rate stands at 3.9% (8% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,120 business establishments, including 250 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fletcher is $324,000 , 15% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $448,371. Median rent is $1,207/month, with 21.5% 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 2000.
Safety & Crime
Fletcher reports 73 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 81% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,363/100K.
Education
39.1% of adults in Fletcher hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% above the national average). 93.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fletcher has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches.