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Grifton, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Lenoir County County
Grifton, NC
At a Glance
How Grifton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Grifton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Grifton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Grifton residents earn a median household income of $36,664 , which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,001. The unemployment rate stands at 9.8% (172% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 21.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,412 business establishments, including 98 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Grifton is $122,100 , 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $179,033. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1972.
Safety & Crime
Grifton reports 709 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 87% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,289/100K.
Education
14.1% of adults in Grifton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below the national average). 86.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Grifton has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 57.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.