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Kannapolis, NC
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Kannapolis, NC
At a Glance
How Kannapolis Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Kannapolis's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Kannapolis a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Kannapolis residents earn a median household income of $70,691 , which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,271. The unemployment rate stands at 3.1% (14% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 6,614 business establishments, including 487 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Kannapolis is $245,500 , 13% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $276,012. Median rent is $1,168/month, with 28.2% 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 1983.
Safety & Crime
Kannapolis reports 260 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 32% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,275/100K. The murder rate is 2.0/100K.
Education
28.1% of adults in Kannapolis hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below the national average). 88.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Kannapolis has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.