Rich Square, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Northampton County County
Rich Square, NC
At a Glance
How Rich Square Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Rich Square's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Rich Square a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Rich Square residents earn a median household income of $38,621 , which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,228. The unemployment rate stands at 3.3% (8% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 23.5% 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 Rich Square is $78,300 , 72% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $89,762. Median rent is $781/month, with 34.0% 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 1967.
Education
16.5% of adults in Rich Square hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below the national average). 76.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Rich Square has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.