Laurel Park, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Henderson County County
Laurel Park, NC
At a Glance
How Laurel Park Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Laurel Park's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Laurel Park a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Laurel Park residents earn a median household income of $89,107 , which is 19% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $57,188. The unemployment rate stands at 3.3% (8% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,120 business establishments, including 250 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Laurel Park is $393,400 , 40% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $511,575. Median rent is $1,605/month, with 26.9% 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 1981.
Safety & Crime
Laurel Park reports 130 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 66% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 389/100K.
Education
59.8% of adults in Laurel Park hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% above the national average). 97.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Laurel Park has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches.