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Parmele, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Martin County County
Parmele, NC
At a Glance
How Parmele Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Parmele's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Parmele a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Parmele residents earn a median household income of $28,971 , which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,700. The unemployment rate stands at 4.2% (17% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 26.4% 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 Parmele is $81,900 , 71% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $100,884. Median rent is $1,042/month, with 33.8% 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 1974.
Safety & Crime
Parmele reports 1,250 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 229% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,056/100K.
Education
12.9% of adults in Parmele hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below the national average). 80.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Parmele has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.