Four Oaks, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Johnston County County
Four Oaks, NC
At a Glance
How Four Oaks Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Four Oaks's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Four Oaks a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Four Oaks residents earn a median household income of $69,974 , which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,310. The unemployment rate stands at 5.1% (42% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 5,104 business establishments, including 352 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Four Oaks is $222,100 , 21% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $308,872. Median rent is $1,096/month, with 24.4% 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 1985.
Safety & Crime
Four Oaks reports 152 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 60% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 572/100K.
Education
18.8% of adults in Four Oaks hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below the national average). 90.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Four Oaks has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.