Oak City, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Martin County County
Oak City, NC
At a Glance
How Oak City Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Oak City's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Oak City a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Oak City residents earn a median household income of $60,739 , which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,436. The unemployment rate stands at 1.6% (56% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 494 business establishments, including 44 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Oak City is $87,400 , 69% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $91,676. Median rent is $950/month, with 23.8% 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 1947.
Education
7.0% of adults in Oak City hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below the national average). 85.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Oak City 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 49.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.