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Mars Hill, NC
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Mars Hill, NC
At a Glance
How Mars Hill Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Mars Hill's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Mars Hill a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Mars Hill residents earn a median household income of $77,826 , which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,660. The unemployment rate stands at 1.9% (47% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 576 business establishments, including 39 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Mars Hill is $295,700 , 5% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $408,024. Median rent is $942/month, with 25.9% 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
Mars Hill reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,459/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
50.1% of adults in Mars Hill hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% above the national average). 96.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Mars Hill has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.