Mineral Springs, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Union County County
Mineral Springs, NC
At a Glance
How Mineral Springs Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Mineral Springs's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Mineral Springs a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Mineral Springs residents earn a median household income of $88,203 , which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,518. The unemployment rate stands at 5.1% (42% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 7,848 business establishments, including 363 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Mineral Springs is $353,500 , 25% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $435,948. Median rent is $1,329/month, with 31.9% 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 1993.
Education
32.0% of adults in Mineral Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% below the national average). 92.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Mineral Springs has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.