Louisburg, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Franklin County County
Louisburg, NC
At a Glance
How Louisburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Louisburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Louisburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Louisburg residents earn a median household income of $31,827 , which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,273. The unemployment rate stands at 26.6% (639% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 32.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,676 business establishments, including 76 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Louisburg is $217,400 , 23% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $307,200. Median rent is $1,008/month, with 51.0% 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 1969.
Safety & Crime
Louisburg reports 329 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 13% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 5,539/100K.
Education
20.4% of adults in Louisburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below the national average). 84.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Louisburg has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches.