Thomasville, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Davidson County County
Thomasville, NC
At a Glance
How Thomasville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Thomasville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Thomasville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Thomasville residents earn a median household income of $58,246 , which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,139. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7% (31% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,388 business establishments, including 254 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Thomasville is $163,200 , 42% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $238,670. Median rent is $853/month, with 27.4% 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 1979.
Safety & Crime
Thomasville reports 342 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 10% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,361/100K. The murder rate is 18.2/100K.
Education
15.6% of adults in Thomasville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below the national average). 82.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Thomasville has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.