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High Point, NC
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High Point, NC
At a Glance
How High Point Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows High Point's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is High Point a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
High Point residents earn a median household income of $61,228 , which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,492. The unemployment rate stands at 3.5% (3% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,042 business establishments, including 232 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in High Point is $212,400 , 25% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $246,725. Median rent is $1,062/month, with 28.1% 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
High Point reports 731 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 92% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,288/100K. The murder rate is 16.8/100K.
Education
33.9% of adults in High Point hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% above the national average). 86.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
High Point has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 299 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 36.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.