Fuquay-Varina, NC
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Fuquay-Varina, NC
At a Glance
How Fuquay-Varina Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fuquay-Varina's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fuquay-Varina a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fuquay-Varina residents earn a median household income of $111,447 , which is 48% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,460. The unemployment rate stands at 3.1% (14% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 50,997 business establishments, including 2,765 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fuquay-Varina is $410,600 , 46% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $574,492. Median rent is $1,646/month, with 27.9% 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 2007.
Safety & Crime
Fuquay-Varina reports 70 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 82% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 578/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
52.9% of adults in Fuquay-Varina hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% above the national average). 96.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fuquay-Varina has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 46.