Lake Junaluska, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Haywood County County
Lake Junaluska, NC
At a Glance
How Lake Junaluska Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lake Junaluska's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lake Junaluska a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lake Junaluska residents earn a median household income of $82,115 , which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,521. The unemployment rate stands at 6.0% (67% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,983 business establishments, including 182 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lake Junaluska is $329,600 , 17% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $443,031. Median rent is $1,135/month, with 29.2% 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 1973.
Education
51.3% of adults in Lake Junaluska hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% above the national average). 93.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lake Junaluska has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.