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Moravian Falls, NC
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Moravian Falls, NC
At a Glance
How Moravian Falls Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Moravian Falls's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Moravian Falls a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Moravian Falls residents earn a median household income of $57,262 , which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,158. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,388 business establishments, including 100 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Moravian Falls is $189,500 , 33% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $228,480. Median rent is $797/month, with 34.6% 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 1996.
Safety & Crime
Moravian Falls reports 408 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 7% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 9,059/100K.
Education
21.1% of adults in Moravian Falls hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below the national average). 86.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Moravian Falls has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 299 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.