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Gatesville, NC
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Gatesville, NC
At a Glance
How Gatesville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Gatesville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Gatesville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Gatesville residents earn a median household income of $66,563 , which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,885. The unemployment rate stands at 7.6% (111% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 204 business establishments, including 6 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Gatesville is $189,200 , 33% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $210,199. Median rent is $930/month, with 18.7% 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 1953.
Safety & Crime
Gatesville reports 1,017 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 168% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 6,538/100K.
Education
17.2% of adults in Gatesville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below the national average). 90.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Gatesville has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 299 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.