Red Springs, NC

Red Springs, NC

At a Glance

How Red Springs Compares to the U.S. Average

Each bar shows Red Springs's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)

Is Red Springs a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Red Springs residents earn a median household income of $19,752 , which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,925. The unemployment rate stands at 3.4% (6% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 36.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,176 business establishments, including 189 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Red Springs is $85,400 , 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $95,074. Median rent is $635/month, with 31.8% 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 1971.

Safety & Crime

Red Springs reports 1,556 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 310% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 5,896/100K. The murder rate is 29.9/100K.

Education

16.0% of adults in Red Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below the national average). 81.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.1/10 in standardized testing.

Climate & Weather

Red Springs has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

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