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Plymouth, NC
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Plymouth, NC
At a Glance
How Plymouth Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Plymouth's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Plymouth a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Plymouth residents earn a median household income of $30,462 , which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,550. The unemployment rate stands at 8.1% (125% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 26.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 282 business establishments, including 22 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Plymouth is $83,900 , 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $99,475. Median rent is $819/month, with 32.7% 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 1964.
Safety & Crime
Plymouth reports 1,088 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 186% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,088/100K. The murder rate is 29.4/100K.
Education
5.9% of adults in Plymouth hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below the national average). 85.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Plymouth has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.