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Rutherford College, NC
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Rutherford College, NC
At a Glance
How Rutherford College Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Rutherford College's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Rutherford College a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Rutherford College residents earn a median household income of $63,000 , which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,346. The unemployment rate stands at 1.2% (67% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,725 business establishments, including 158 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Rutherford College is $196,600 , 30% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $241,497. Median rent is $1,028/month, with 31.7% 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 1969.
Safety & Crime
Rutherford College reports 90 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 76% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,723/100K.
Education
28.3% of adults in Rutherford College hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% below the national average). 91.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Rutherford College has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.