Middlesex, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Johnston County County
Middlesex, NC
At a Glance
How Middlesex Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Middlesex's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Middlesex a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Middlesex residents earn a median household income of $49,931 , which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,989. The unemployment rate stands at 0.6% (83% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 5,104 business establishments, including 352 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Middlesex is $213,800 , 24% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $272,917. Median rent is $875/month, with 27.1% 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 1979.
Safety & Crime
Middlesex reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,164/100K.
Education
11.8% of adults in Middlesex hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below the national average). 85.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Middlesex has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.