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Saxapahaw, NC
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Saxapahaw, NC
At a Glance
How Saxapahaw Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Saxapahaw's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Saxapahaw a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Saxapahaw residents earn a median household income of $63,281 , which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,611. The unemployment rate stands at 2.2% (39% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,182 business establishments, including 119 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Saxapahaw is $179,300 , 36% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $357,436. Median rent is $694/month, with 23.3% 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 1985.
Safety & Crime
Saxapahaw reports 475 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 25% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,020/100K.
Education
21.9% of adults in Saxapahaw hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below the national average). 82.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Saxapahaw 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 310 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.