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Jackson Heights, NC
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Jackson Heights, NC
At a Glance
How Jackson Heights Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Jackson Heights's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Jackson Heights a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Jackson Heights residents earn a median household income of $36,975 , which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,659. The unemployment rate stands at 0.5% (86% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.8% 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 Jackson Heights is $132,300 , 53% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $143,719. Median rent is $742/month, with 14.2% 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 1977.
Safety & Crime
Jackson Heights reports 1,807 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 376% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 6,587/100K.
Education
1.8% of adults in Jackson Heights hold a bachelor's degree or higher (95% below the national average). 90.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Jackson Heights has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.