Havelock, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Carteret County County
Havelock, NC
At a Glance
How Havelock Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Havelock's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Havelock a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Havelock residents earn a median household income of $64,433 , which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,437. The unemployment rate stands at 5.1% (42% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.9% 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 Havelock is $186,800 , 34% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $235,371. Median rent is $1,269/month, with 27.5% 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
Havelock reports 205 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 46% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,593/100K.
Education
16.9% of adults in Havelock hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below the national average). 94.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Havelock has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.