Murfreesboro, NC
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Murfreesboro, NC
At a Glance
How Murfreesboro Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Murfreesboro's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Murfreesboro a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Murfreesboro residents earn a median household income of $43,504 , which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,050. The unemployment rate stands at 3.6% (0% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 31.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 366 business establishments, including 17 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Murfreesboro is $153,100 , 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $130,937. Median rent is $912/month, with 41.7% 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 1966.
Safety & Crime
Murfreesboro reports 559 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 47% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,590/100K.
Education
31.5% of adults in Murfreesboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below the national average). 86.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Murfreesboro has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.