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Harkers Island, NC
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Harkers Island, NC
At a Glance
How Harkers Island Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Harkers Island's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Harkers Island a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Harkers Island residents earn a median household income of $58,750 , which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,809. The unemployment rate stands at 0.2% (94% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,721 business establishments, including 264 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Harkers Island is $295,500 , 5% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $395,141. Median rent is $968/month, with 19.0% 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
Harkers Island reports 190 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 50% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,440/100K.
Education
23.2% of adults in Harkers Island hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below the national average). 83.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Harkers Island has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 55.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.