Troy, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Montgomery County County
Troy, NC
At a Glance
How Troy Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Troy's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Troy a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Troy residents earn a median household income of $60,167 , which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,042. The unemployment rate stands at 1.6% (56% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 25.3% 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 Troy is $134,500 , 52% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $195,698. Median rent is $554/month, with 18.5% 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 1971.
Safety & Crime
Troy reports 302 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 21% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,642/100K.
Education
23.5% of adults in Troy hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below the national average). 81.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Troy 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.