Salisbury, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Rowan County County
Salisbury, NC
At a Glance
How Salisbury Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Salisbury's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Salisbury a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Salisbury residents earn a median household income of $51,058 , which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,932. The unemployment rate stands at 7.5% (108% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 19.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,334 business establishments, including 235 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Salisbury is $215,200 , 24% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $281,849. Median rent is $1,030/month, with 33.0% 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 1976.
Safety & Crime
Salisbury reports 963 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 153% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,996/100K. The murder rate is 30.1/100K.
Education
26.9% of adults in Salisbury hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below the national average). 86.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Salisbury has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.