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Rutherfordton, NC
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Rutherfordton, NC
At a Glance
How Rutherfordton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Rutherfordton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Rutherfordton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Rutherfordton residents earn a median household income of $59,750 , which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,346. The unemployment rate stands at 4.9% (36% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,498 business establishments, including 113 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Rutherfordton is $226,900 , 20% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $241,563. Median rent is $901/month, with 32.3% 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 1976.
Safety & Crime
Rutherfordton reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,583/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
29.5% of adults in Rutherfordton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below the national average). 89.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Rutherfordton has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.