Star, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Montgomery County County
Star, NC
At a Glance
How Star Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Star's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Star a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Star residents earn a median household income of $37,135 , which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $15,220. The unemployment rate stands at 4.3% (19% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 620 business establishments, including 42 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Star is $131,600 , 53% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $148,463. Median rent is $547/month, with 18.8% 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 1975.
Safety & Crime
Star reports 364 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 4% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,427/100K.
Education
9.5% of adults in Star hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below the national average). 67.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Star has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.