Granite Falls, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Caldwell County County
Granite Falls, NC
At a Glance
How Granite Falls Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Granite Falls's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Granite Falls a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Granite Falls residents earn a median household income of $74,250 , which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,512. The unemployment rate stands at 1.8% (50% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,594 business establishments, including 136 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Granite Falls is $203,100 , 28% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $270,164. Median rent is $845/month, with 26.7% 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 1989.
Safety & Crime
Granite Falls reports 204 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 46% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,975/100K.
Education
27.2% of adults in Granite Falls hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below the national average). 90.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Granite Falls 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 47.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.