Jefferson, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Ashe County County
Jefferson, NC
At a Glance
How Jefferson Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Jefferson's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Jefferson a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Jefferson residents earn a median household income of $35,938 , which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,674. The unemployment rate stands at 4.2% (17% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 772 business establishments, including 50 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Jefferson is $186,300 , 34% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $371,767. Median rent is $688/month, with 28.9% 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 1978.
Safety & Crime
Jefferson reports 122 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 68% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,404/100K.
Education
9.4% of adults in Jefferson hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below the national average). 85.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Jefferson has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches.