Spruce Pine, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Yancey County County
Spruce Pine, NC
At a Glance
How Spruce Pine Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Spruce Pine's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Spruce Pine a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Spruce Pine residents earn a median household income of $47,583 , which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,134. The unemployment rate stands at 1.7% (53% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 497 business establishments, including 25 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Spruce Pine is $202,300 , 28% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $257,784. Median rent is $735/month, with 27.0% 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 1964.
Safety & Crime
Spruce Pine reports 91 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 76% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,553/100K.
Education
20.1% of adults in Spruce Pine hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below the national average). 84.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Spruce Pine has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.