La Grange, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Lenoir County County
La Grange, NC
At a Glance
How La Grange Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows La Grange's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is La Grange a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
La Grange residents earn a median household income of $49,475 , which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,884. The unemployment rate stands at 8.9% (147% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 26.7% 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 La Grange is $78,500 , 72% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $187,243. Median rent is $728/month, with 20.1% 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 1981.
Education
16.6% of adults in La Grange hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below the national average). 85.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
La Grange has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.