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Spindale, NC
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Spindale, NC
At a Glance
How Spindale Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Spindale's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Spindale a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Spindale residents earn a median household income of $38,509 , which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,266. The unemployment rate stands at 5.9% (64% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.9% 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 Spindale is $130,800 , 54% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $145,222. Median rent is $707/month, with 26.3% 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 1955.
Safety & Crime
Spindale reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,246/100K.
Education
14.3% of adults in Spindale hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below the national average). 83.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Spindale 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.