Valdese, NC

North Carolina · Burke County · Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton Metro

Valdese is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 4,689. Residents earn $61,250 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0

B+ Good

4,689 Population 597/sq mi density

$61,250 Median Income $43,072 per capita

$171,300 Home Value $241,497 Zillow

$627 Median Rent 20.8% income on rent

58°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr

338 Violent Crime/100K 1,511 property/100K

B+

Overall

3.5 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.1 / 5.0

$61,250 median income, 2.8% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$171,300 home value, $627/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

338 violent crimes/100K (11% below avg)

Education

4.0 / 5.0

37.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $61,250

18% lower than US avg

Home Value $171,300

39% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 338/100K

11% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 37.9%

12% higher than US avg

Median Rent $627

46% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 34.7%

8% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.8%

22% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 4.7%

62% lower than US avg

How Valdese Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population4,689

Median Age53.2 yrs

Density597/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 90%

Veterans7.2%

Economy

Median Income$61,250

Per Capita$43,072

Unemployment2.8%

Poverty4.7%

County GDP$3,724M

Commute26 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$171,300

Rent$627

Ownership76.0%

Zillow$241,497

Housing Units2,116

Rent Burden20.8%

Crime

Violent338/100K

Property1,511/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault338/100K

Burglary271/100K

Health

Obesity34.7%

Uninsured9.8%

Smoking15.5%

Depression28.2%

Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain51.5 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation1,100 ft (335 m)

Education

Bachelor's+37.9%

High School+93.4%

Graduate+17.2%

School Score6.00

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%

Commute26 min

Broadband87.1%

EV Stations1

Libraries3

Is Valdese a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Valdese receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Valdese offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Valdese is $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Valdese is $171,300, 39% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $627 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Valdese is below the national average at 338 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,511 per 100,000, 23% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Valdese enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Valdese has a population of 4,689 with a density of 597 people per square mile, spread across 7.9 square miles. The median age is 53.2 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.4% female and 46.6% male. The city is predominantly White (90.1%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 1.9% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.2% of residents. 7.2% of the population are veterans. 16.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 95.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

4,689

Total Population

597

People / sq mi

53.2yrs

Median Age

37% above US avg

7.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%

Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Valdese vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.2%

21% above US avg

Spanish 4.8%

64% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Valdese vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Valdese is $61,250, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,072. The average weekly wage is $942, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,725 business establishments, including 158 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 9.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Valdese vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$61,250
	18% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$43,072
Avg Weekly Wage	$942
IRS Avg AGI	$59,014
Gini Index	0.453 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.8%
	22% below US avg
Poverty Rate	4.7%
	62% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,725
County GDP	$3,724M

Business (County)

Restaurants	158
Healthcare	177
Retail	253
Manufacturing	111

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,828
	9% above US avg
Cost of Living	94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	26.4 min
Drive Alone	84.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Valdese is $171,300, 39% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $241,497, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 95.2% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $627 (46% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $981 for a one-bedroom to $1,161 for a two-bedroom apartment. 76.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,116 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1970. The average annual property tax is $3,828. 20.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$171,300
	39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$241,497
Median List Price	$825,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$825,000
$/Sq Ft	$162
Homes Sold	4
Sale-to-List Ratio	95.2%
Price Drops	25.0%
Inventory	8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$627
	46% below US avg
Rent Burden	20.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$932
1 Bedroom	$981
2 Bedrooms	$1,161
3 Bedrooms	$1,499
4 Bedrooms	$1,780

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	76.0%
Owner-Occupied	76.0%
Renter-Occupied	24.0%
Housing Units	2,116
Median Year Built	1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,828
	9% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.23%

In Valdese, 34.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.6% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.6% of residents. 32.0% have high blood pressure. 15.5% are current smokers. 17.1% report binge drinking. 23.6% are physically inactive. 28.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.5% experience frequent mental distress. 9.8% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,593. The dentist ratio is 1:2,044. 59.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.7 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Valdese vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.7%
	8% above US avg
Diabetes	9.6%
Heart Disease	5.6%
High Blood Pressure	32.0%
Asthma	11.0%
COPD	7.0%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.5%
	11% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.1%
Physical Inactivity	23.6%
Depression	28.2%
Mental Distress	18.5%
Physical Distress	12.5%
Short Sleep	34.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.3%
Uninsured	9.8%
	14% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,593
Dentists	1:2,044
Mental Health	1:303
Checkup Rate	77.5%
Dental Visits	63.3%
Premature Death	11,521/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.7/10
Exercise Access	59.5%
Healthcare Facilities	177

Valdese has a violent crime rate of 338 per 100,000 residents, 11% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 338.2 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,511 per 100,000, 23% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 992, burglary at 271, vehicle theft at 248 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 12 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Valdese receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Valdese vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	338.2/100K
	11% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	338.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,510.7/100K
	23% below US avg
Burglary	270.6/100K
Theft	992.1/100K
Vehicle Theft	248.0/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	12
Traffic Accidents	121
Avg Accident Severity	2.4 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters	91

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Valdese enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.5 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 1,100 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	57.9°F
	7% above US avg
January Average	39°F (4°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,100 ft (335 m)
Area	7.9 sq mi (20.4 km²)
Population Density	597/sq mi
Coordinates	35.7555°N, 81.5727°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Burke County County
Nearest Airport	Foothills Regional (MRN) 5 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.5"

36% above US avg

Snowfall 4.5"

Wettest Month (Mar) 4.88"

Driest Month (Dec) 3.70"

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	70.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability	67.8 / 100
Community Resilience	30.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Relatively Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Low
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Relatively High
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Relatively Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

29 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.4. Most recent: M2.7 on Aug 14, 2025.

Feb 12, 1994	10 km NNW of Abingdon, Virginia	M3.4	122 km
Jun 26, 1995	6 km NNW of Trout Dale, Virginia	M3.4	111 km
Jun 16, 2006	9 km W of Maggie Valley, North Carolina	M3.4	150 km
Jun 4, 2023	4 km NNW of West Canton, North Carolina	M3.2	119 km
Jun 5, 1998	4 km SSE of Mooresville, North Carolina	M3.2	75 km
Jul 7, 1995	3 km NW of Mountain City, Tennessee	M3.0	85 km
Jan 1, 1993	4 km SSW of Spruce Pine, North Carolina	M3.0	48 km
Aug 4, 2007	12 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina	M3.0	55 km
Aug 25, 2013	3 km NNE of Blowing Rock, North Carolina	M2.9	46 km
Aug 14, 2009	4 km ENE of Nickelsville, Virginia	M2.9	133 km
Mar 6, 2006	3 km W of Burnsville, North Carolina	M2.8	71 km
Feb 12, 2021	8 km SW of Banner Hill, Tennessee	M2.8	89 km
May 23, 2023	4 km N of West Canton, North Carolina	M2.8	118 km
Aug 14, 2025	7 km N of Columbus, North Carolina	M2.7	75 km
Jul 6, 2023	5 km S of Hillsville, Virginia	M2.7	131 km
Mar 21, 2004	16 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina	M2.7	52 km
Aug 30, 2010	7 km ENE of Mountain City, Tennessee	M2.7	83 km
Jun 10, 2018	2 km NE of Hays, North Carolina	M2.7	71 km
Aug 17, 2021	6 km N of Morganton, North Carolina	M2.7	12 km
Jul 8, 2023	Virginia-North Carolina border region	M2.6	132 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Fran (1996, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
1996	Fran	Category 1	267 km
1989	Hugo	Category 2	125 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

288 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 11 fatalities, 275 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
May 7, 1998	EF4	22 km	0
May 5, 1989	EF4	32 km	4
May 5, 1989	EF4	82 km	2
Mar 27, 1994	EF3	81 km	0
Jul 10, 1980	EF3	86 km	0
May 26, 2022	EF2	61 km	0
Feb 6, 2020	EF2	96 km	0
Feb 6, 2020	EF2	66 km	0
Oct 23, 2017	EF2	95 km	0
Oct 23, 2017	EF2	17 km	0
Oct 23, 2017	EF2	73 km	0
May 24, 2017	EF2	71 km	0
May 24, 2017	EF2	91 km	0
Mar 3, 2012	EF2	98 km	0
Jan 11, 2012	EF2	13 km	0
Jan 11, 2012	EF2	49 km	0
Apr 27, 2011	EF2	80 km	2
Oct 26, 2010	EF2	25 km	0
Oct 26, 2010	EF2	38 km	0
May 9, 2008	EF2	67 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BRUSHY RIDGE (12,405 ac, 2000).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2000	BRUSHY RIDGE	12,405	31 km
2016	PARTY ROCK	8,572	68 km
2007	LINVILLE COMPLEX (DOBSON KNOB)	7,151	32 km
2016	CHESTNUT KNOB	6,418	17 km
1985	UNNAMED	4,610	6 km
2022	LOST BEAR RX FY2022	4,276	58 km
2017	WHITE CREEK	4,166	29 km
2016	CLEAR CREEK	3,493	49 km
2016	UNNAMED	2,976	28 km
2000	TIPTON HILL	2,661	71 km
2007	UNNAMED	2,242	93 km
2013	LOST BEAR EAST	2,167	57 km
2007	UNNAMED	2,026	95 km
2008	SUNRISE	1,906	34 km
2015	UNNAMED	1,879	37 km
2018	UNNAMED	1,812	52 km
2016	RAILROAD GRADE 2016	1,790	72 km
2013	CALIFORNIA CREEK	1,758	92 km
2016	TOMBSTONE	1,747	27 km
2017	DOBSON KNOB	1,720	38 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	39°F (4°C)	4.0 in	Coldest
February	41°F (5°C)	4.0 in
March	49°F (9°C)	4.9 in	Wettest
April	57°F (14°C)	3.8 in
May	65°F (18°C)	4.6 in
June	72°F (22°C)	4.6 in
July	77°F (25°C)	4.2 in	Warmest
August	75°F (24°C)	4.1 in
September	69°F (20°C)	4.2 in
October	58°F (14°C)	3.9 in
November	48°F (9°C)	3.7 in
December	41°F (5°C)	3.7 in	Driest

Valdese has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 39°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.9") and December the driest (3.7").

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Valdese is located in Burke County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 37.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 12% above the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. 17.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 70.3% of the vote, a 41.2-point margin. 87.1% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 177 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 84.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.3%

D 29%

Winner: Republican by 41.2 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	12
Traffic Accidents	121
Avg Accident Severity	2.4 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	37.9%
	12% above US avg
High School+	93.4%
Graduate Degree+	17.2%
School Test Score	6.00

A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	597/sq mi
Total Area	7.9 sq mi
County	Burke County County

Services

Broadband Access	87.1%
Avg Download Speed	133.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	11.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	177
Restaurants	158
Retail Stores	253

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	26.4 min
Drive Alone	84.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	9.5%

Average costs for common services in Valdese. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$236 ($141–$377)
Specialist Visit	$330 ($189–$519)
Urgent Care Visit	$189 ($94–$330)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,075 ($754–$4,715)
Dental Cleaning	$123 ($71–$189)
Dental Filling	$236 ($141–$377)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$42 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$71 ($47–$113)
Brake Pad Replacement	$283 ($141–$472)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$566 ($377–$943)
Battery Replacement	$189 ($94–$330)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$94 ($57–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair	$377 ($141–$754)
HVAC System Install	$6,601 ($3,772–$11,316)
Roof Repair	$943 ($377–$1,886)
Roof Replacement	$8,487 ($5,187–$14,145)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,415 ($472–$3,301)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,145 ($4,715–$28,290)
DUI Defense	$4,715 ($1,886–$9,430)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,415 ($754–$2,829)
Will Preparation	$472 ($189–$943)
Trust Preparation	$2,358 ($943–$4,715)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut	$52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$141 ($71–$236)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$42)
Pedicure	$38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour)	$75 ($47–$123)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.87 ($2.83–$5.19)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.30 ($2.36–$4.72)
Loaf of Bread	$3.58 ($2.36–$5.19)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.24 ($2.83–$6.13)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.19 ($3.77–$7.07)
Rice (per lb)	$0.94 ($0.57–$1.70)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$132 ($75–$236)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$113)
Internet (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$80 ($47–$141)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$189 ($71–$472)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,886 ($1,132–$3,301)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$123)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.54–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$94 ($28–$236)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14–$71)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,132 ($566–$2,358)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$943 ($472–$1,886)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$377 ($189–$660)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$47 ($24–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$943 ($377–$2,358)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,788 ($4,715–$28,290)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$57 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$94 ($47–$189)
Dog Grooming	$57 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$283 ($141–$472)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$189 ($94–$377)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$783
Toddler	$551
Preschool	$484
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$675
Toddler	$514
Preschool	$518

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Burke County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	7,515	109	$53,751	3.10
Health Care & Social Assistance	4,591	225	$64,669	1.08
Retail Trade	3,006	249	$31,700	1.02
Accommodation & Food Services	2,899	156	$20,003	1.08
Administrative & Waste Services	1,355	108	$35,463	0.78
Construction	810	178	$54,539	0.52
Wholesale Trade	567	70	$64,106	0.49
Other Services	504	122	$39,259	0.57
Professional & Technical Services	409	139	$60,791	0.20
Finance & Insurance	357	85	$67,498	0.30
Educational Services	241	14	$34,785	0.39
Arts & Entertainment	194	15	$27,291	0.39
Real Estate	150	70	$64,236	0.33
Information & Technology	119	26	$57,657	0.21
Transportation & Warehousing	88	33	$56,074	0.07
Utilities	54	5	$90,551	0.48
Management of Companies	45	7	$102,095	0.09

Schools in Valdese

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Jimmy C Draughn High School	High	682	36	18.9:1
Valdese Elementary	Elementary	521	32	16.3:1
Heritage Middle	Middle	453	29	15.6:1

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Radio Stations near Valdese

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
BBN Korean	online christian radio	AAC 56 kbps
WNCW	—	AAC+ 48 kbps
WRHI	news, talk	AAC+ 32 kbps

Campgrounds Near Valdese

13 campgrounds found near Valdese.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
BERRY MOUNTAIN PARK SHELTER	5.0/5	1	$25
BOOMER PARK SHELTER	5.0/5	1	Free
Fish Dam Creek Park	5.0/5	1	$50
Johns River Road Backcountry Camping	5.0/5	2	$15
KEOWEE PARK SHELTER	5.0/5	1	$40
FORT HAMBY PARK	4.6/5	36	$30–$125
WARRIOR CREEK	4.5/5	63	$22–$85
BANDITS ROOST	4.4/5	103	$20–$85
Julian Price Campground	4.3/5	192	$30
Linville Falls Campground	4.3/5	64	$30–$45
Mortimer Campground	4.3/5	17	$20–$30
Dam Site Shelter	2.8/5	1	$50
W. Kerr Scott Visitor Assistance Center Conference Room	—	—	$50

National Parks Near Valdese

39 national parks and monuments found near Valdese.

Park	Type	Fee
Andrew Jackson State Park	State Park	Free
Bear Paw State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Beech Creek State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Blue Ridge Parkway	Parkway	Free
Bobs Creek State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Bullhead Mountain State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Chimney Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Cowpens National Battlefield	National Battlefield	Free
Croft State Park	State Park	Free
Crowders Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Elk Knob State Park	State Park	Free
Elk Knob State Park	State Park	Free
Fonta Flora State Trail	State Park	Free
Grandfather Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Grayson Highlands State Park	State Park	Free
John And Landon Carter House State Park	State Park	Free
Kings Mountain National Military Park	National Military Park	Free
Kings Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Lake James State Park	State Park	Free
Lake James State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Norman State Park	State Park	Free
Landsford Canal State Park	State Park	Free
Linville River State Natural and Scenic River	State Park	Free
Mount Jefferson State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Mount Mitchell State Park	State Park	Free
NC Division of Parks and Recreation Conservation Land	State Park	Free
New River State Park	State Park	Free
Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail	National Historic Trail	Free
Paris Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Pineola State Natural Area	State Park	Free
South Fork of the New River State Natural and Scenic River	State Park	Free
South Mountains State Park	State Park	Free
Stone Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Sugar Mountain State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Sycamore Shoals	State Park	Free
Warriors Path	State Park	Free
Wilderness Gateway State Trail	State Park	Free
Yellow Mountain State Natural Area	State Park	Free

Trails Near Valdese

80 trails found near Valdese.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
MST - GRANDFATHER RD	71.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LINVILLE GORGE	12.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WILSON RIDGE	12.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
LOST COVE LOOP	8.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SHORTOFF	7.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WILSON CREEK	6.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
STEELES CREEK	6.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
YANCEY RIDGE	6.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
HARPER CREEK	6.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BROWN MOUNTAIN 2	5.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BROWN MOUNTAIN 1A	4.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BROWN MOUNTAIN 9	4.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
PINE RIDGE	4.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH HARPER CREEK	4.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GREENTOWN	3.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
ROCK JOCK	3.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
OVERMOUNTAIN VICTORY NHT GFR	3.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HARRIS CREEK HORSE	3.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BROWN MOUNTAIN 1	3.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SCHOOLHOUSE RIDGE	3.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ESTES MILL	3.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
RAIDER CAMP	3.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GREENTOWN SHORTCUT	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
YELLOW BUCK	2.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HOLLY SPRINGS	2.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
BROWN MOUNTAIN 1B	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WOODRUFF RIDGE	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BROWN MOUNTAIN 3	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
JONAS RIDGE	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BROWN MOUNTAIN 7	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BROWN MOUNTAIN 10	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BRUSHY RIDGE	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PERSIMMON RIDGE	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PINE RIDGE CONNECTOR	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BIG LOST COVE CLIFFS	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GEM	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
UPPER CREEK FALLS	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BROWN MOUNTAIN 5	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TIMBER RIDGE	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BROWN MOUNTAIN 1	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SPENCE RIDGE	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CONLEY COVE	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PHILLIPS BRANCH	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DEVILS HOLE	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WILSON CREEK SPUR	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LITTLE LOST COVE CLIFFS	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BILL CRUMP	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BABEL TOWER	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BROWN MOUNTAIN 4	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NORTH HARPER CREEK FALLS	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TABLE ROCK GAP	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LITTLE TABLE ROCK	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PINCH-IN	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH HARPER SHORTCUT	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HAWKSBILL	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BYNUM BLUFF	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WOODLAWN FITNESS	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CHINA CREEK	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WHITE ROCKS	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
OVERMOUNTAIN VICTORY TRAIL	0.9	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
BROWN MOUNTAIN 8	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HUNT FISH FALLS	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BROWN MOUNTAIN 6	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
OVERMOUNTAIN VICTORY NHT APP	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TABLE ROCK SUMMIT	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CHINA CREEK	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
THUNDERHOLE FALLS	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DARKSIDE CLIFFS	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CHINA CREEK	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TOMS CREEK FALLS	0.4	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CABIN	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BUCKEYE	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
STEELES CREEK CONNECTOR	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CHINA CREEK	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WISEMANS VIEW	0.2	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
THORPES CREEK	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BILL VINES	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
LINVILLE FALLS	0.2	CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL	Yes	—	—
DEVILS CELLAR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WISEMANS VIEW LOOP	0.0	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—

Museums in Valdese

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		8283278576	$63,919,765
CATAWBA SCIENCE CENTER	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	243 3RD AVE NE	8283228169	$1,666,437
HICKORY MUSEUM OF ART	ART MUSEUM	243 THIRD AVENUE NE	8283278576	$687,935
HISTORY MUSEUM OF BURKE COUNTY	HISTORY MUSEUM	201 W MEETING ST	8284371777	$278,240
HICKORY LANDMARKS SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	542 2ND ST NE	8283224731	$214,158
CALDWELL HERITAGE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		8287584004	$59,841
BURKE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
BURKE SUNRISE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1301 BETHEL ROAD
CALDWELL COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
CALDWELL COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	POST� OFFICE BOX 2160��
COLLETTS VILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
FORT DEFIANCE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1792 FORT DEFIANCE DRIVE	8287581671
HICKORY AVATION MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		8283231963
HICKORY FURNITURE MART MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	243 3RD AVE NE
HISTORIC RUSMISELL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MILLHOLLAND PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	243 THIRD AVENUE NE
PARAMOUNT CLASSIC CAR MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
RAILROAD HERITAGE ALLIANCE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
RAYMOND B. GOODFELLOW ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
SENATOR SAM J. ERVIN JR. LIBRARY AND MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
WALDENSIAN HERITAGE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		8288741111

Libraries in Valdese

Name	Address	Annual Visits
HICKORY PUBLIC LIBRARY	375 3RD ST NE	340,065
CALDWELL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	120 HOSPITAL AVE	226,191
BURKE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	204 S KING ST	105,659

Farmers Markets in Valdese

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Burke County Farmer's Market II	Faett Street		Wed: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Fri: 2:00 PM-5:00 PM;
Caldwell County Farmers Market	5936 Rock Falls Road
Downtown Hickory Farmers Market	220 Union Square	04/06/2013 to 11/02/2013	Mon: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;Wed: 10:00 AM-3:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Lenoir Downtown Farmers Market	912 West Ave	01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014	Wed: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM;Thu: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM;Fri: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM;Sat: 10:00 AM-4:00 PM;		Visit
Morganton Farmer's Market	300 Beach St.	April to October	Sat:8:00 AM - 12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Morganton Farmer's Market	111 North Green Street	04/30/2016 to 10/29/2016	Wed: 1:00 PM-5:30 PM;		Visit
Sawmills Farmers Market	Helena Street and Sawmills School Road	05/05/2015 to 10/27/2015	Tue: 4:00 PM-6:30 PM;		Visit
Winters Farmers Market at The Crossing at Hollar Mill	883 Highland Avenue SE	11/01/2017 to 04/18/2018	Wed: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;	Yes

Breweries in Valdese

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Amos Howard's Restaurant	Florists, Brewers	2828 Us Highway 70 S W	8282610011, 8283238753	Visit
Brown Mountain Bottle Works, Llc	shop, clothing, apparel, & fashions, Brewers, retail	115 E Union St	8284132678, 8284376505	Visit
Catawba Valley Brewing Co.	Brewery, Rock Club, and Bar	212 S Green St	8284306883
Granite Falls Brewing Co	Brewers	47 Duke St	8282121222	Visit
Hickory Hops	Brewery and Plaza Ridgeview	2nd St N W
Lake James Cellars	Brewers, Wineries	204 E Main St	8285844551	Visit
Olde Hickory Brewery	Brewers	222 Union Sq N W	8283221422	Visit
Unifour Brew Tours	Brewery and Tourist Information Center	75 22nd Ave N W	8284434016

Pharmacies in Valdese

2 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
BLUE RIDGE LONG TERM CARE PHARMACY	298 PERKINS ROAD SOUTHEAST	828-580-5464
ROCK DRUG STORE INCORPORATED	240 MAIN STREET WEST	828-879-9812

EV Charging Stations in Valdese

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
TOWN OF VALDESE DOWNTOWN	200 Janavel Ave SW	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public

Cell Towers in Valdese

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
3026 HIGH PEAK RD (66367)	LTOWER	97
8015 W. HWY 10 (66383)	GTOWER	96
1164 PIEDMONT RD (66365)	GTOWER	96
180 N MAIN ST (66361)	LTOWER	96
1.7 km @ 157 deg. from Happy Valley	TOWER	86
1.7 km @ 157 deg. from Happy Valley	TOWER	86
2512 US 64 S (153418)	LTOWER	81
3313 MORGANTON BLVD (66364)	LTOWER	81
3011 NC HIGHWAY 18 (66400)	LTOWER	81
2700 Bill Tuttle Road (66406)	LTOWER	74
(Oak Hill) 2834 Frank Whisnant Rd	LTOWER	50
901 HIBRITEN ROAD (153528)	LTOWER	49
436 South Main St. (153483)	MTOWER	46
4033 Mountain View Circle (154035)	LTOWER	41

Fire Stations in Valdese

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Valdese Fire Department	121 Faet ST SW	Mostly volunteer			828-879-2103

Bridges in Valdese

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1952	43	3,900	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1955	184	3,600	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1971	128	3,600	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1980	121	2,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1972	26	2,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1952	128	1,600	F
Culvert	Steel	1988	21	1,300	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2023	21	550	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1976	75	500	P
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2001	25	500	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1980	167	350	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1959	33	200	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1961	26	200	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1961	31	180	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1985	30	100	F

Superfund Sites Near Valdese

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
BAKER FURNITURE COMPANY	3487 TEXS FISH CAMP RD	BURKE
THOMASVILLE FURNITURE IND	315 ELIZABETH STREET NORTH WEST	CALDWELL

Airports Near Valdese

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Charlotte Douglas International Airport	CLT	Large Airport
Hickory Regional Airport	HKY	Medium Airport
Alexander County Airport	—	Small Airport
Ashe County Airport	—	Small Airport
Avery County Morrison Field	—	Small Airport
Boomerang Airport	—	Small Airport
Boone Inc Airport	—	Small Airport
Brown Airport	—	Small Airport
Cleveland Airport	—	Small Airport
Clute's Hilltop Airport	—	Small Airport
Clyde Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Crumley Field	—	Small Airport
Dirt Dobber's Grass Strip	—	Small Airport
Dry Pond Airport	—	Small Airport
Duncan Airport	—	Small Airport
Elizabethton Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Elk River Airport	—	Small Airport
Fairview Airport	—	Small Airport
Fly Sky Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying Bj Airport	—	Small Airport
Foothills Regional Airport	MRN	Small Airport
Fox Haven Plantation Airport	—	Small Airport
Fulton Field	—	Small Airport
Gastonia Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Gryder-Teague Airport	—	Small Airport
Indian Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Jeffords Airport	—	Small Airport
Johnson City Airport	—	Small Airport
Johnson County Airport	—	Small Airport
La Dolce Terra Airport	—	Small Airport
Lake Norman Airpark	—	Small Airport
Laneys Airport	—	Small Airport
Lanni Field	—	Small Airport
Laughing Crow Airpark	—	Small Airport
Lincolnton Lincoln County Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Little Mountain Airport	—	Small Airport
Long Island Airpark	—	Small Airport
Lower Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Mountain View Airport	—	Small Airport
Mouse and Snake Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Northbrook International Ultraport Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Paradise Landing	—	Small Airport
Patton Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Pearson's Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Raeford Rhyne Airpark	—	Small Airport
Rebel Air Field	—	Small Airport
Rizzy Ridge Airport	—	Small Airport
Rondo Airport	—	Small Airport
Rutherford County Marchman Field	—	Small Airport
Shelby-Cleveland County Regional Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Valdese

11 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Burke County Sheriff - Rutherford College Office	910 Malcolm Boulevard
Caldwell County Sheriff's Office	2351 Morganton Boulevard Southwest
County Sheriff's Detective Division	Mulberry Street Northwest
Glen Alpine Police Department	103 Pitts Street
Granite Falls Police Department	4 Falls Avenue
Hickory Police Department	347 2nd Avenue Southwest
Hudson Police Department	550 Central Street
Lenoir Police Department	1035 West Avenue Northwest
Long View Police Department	2404 1st Avenue Southwest
Morganton Department of Public Safety	304 South College Street
Valdese Police Department	121 Faet Street Southwest

Grocery Stores in Valdese

4 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
DOLLAR GENERAL 1926	Other	707 Main St W
DOLLARTREE 6995	Other	312 Main St W
FOOD LION 454	Supermarket	827 Main St W
Jack B Quick 6	Convenience Store	641 Main St E

Post Offices in Valdese

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Valdese USPS

Treatment Centers in Valdese

14 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Archway Counseling	Substance Abuse	828-475-1804
Bethel Colony of Mercy - Womens Campus	Substance Abuse	828-754-3781 x6
Bethel Colony of Mercy Inc	Substance Abuse	828-754-3781 x5
Burke Recovery	Substance Abuse	828-433-1221
Caldwell UNC Healthcare	Mental Health	828-757-5100
Carolinas Healthcare System - Blue Ridge Morganton	Both	828-580-6403
Eleanor Health - Hickory	Both	828-979-0045
Flynn Recovery Community	Substance Abuse	828-437-9491
Focus Behavioral Health Services LLC - Burke Day Treatment	Mental Health	828-439-2604
Focus Behavioral Health Services LLC - Burkwell	Mental Health	828-439-8191
Focus Behavioral Health Services LLC - Horizons Day Treatment	Mental Health	828-439-8191
Focus Behavioral Health Services LLC - Outpatient Clinic and Intensive InHome	Mental Health	828-439-8191
Integrated Care of Greater Hickory	Substance Abuse	828-322-5915
McLeod Centers for Wellbeing - Lenoir	Substance Abuse	704-332-9001

Churches & Religious Organizations in Valdese

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH	916 BERRY AVE SE
WALDENSIAN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF VALDESE NC	109 MAIN ST E
WE TRUST GOD INC	4221 JACUMIN ROAD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Valdese

What is the population of Valdese?

Valdese has a population of 4,689 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 597 people per square mile, spread across 7.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.4% female and 46.6% male.

Is Valdese expensive to live in?

Valdese is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.3 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $171,300 (39% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $627 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Valdese safe?

Valdese is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 338 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,511 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Valdese receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Valdese?

Valdese enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 51.5 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Valdese?

The job market in Valdese is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $942. There are 1,725 business establishments in the area, including 158 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 9.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Valdese?

The median home value in Valdese is $171,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $241,497. For renters, the median monthly rent is $627. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 76.0%. The average annual property tax is $3,828.

How are the schools in Valdese?

Schools in Valdese score 6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 37.9% of adults in Valdese hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. 17.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Valdese?

The obesity rate in Valdese is 34.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.5% of adults are smokers. 23.6% are physically inactive. 28.2% of residents report depression. 9.8% lack health insurance. 59.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,593.

What is transportation like in Valdese?

The average commute in Valdese is 26 minutes. 84.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Valdese?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Valdese is 90.1% White, 1.9% Black or African American, 1.7% Hispanic or Latino. 95.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.8% speak Spanish. 7.2% of the population are military veterans. 16.3% of residents have a disability. 95.3% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Drexel, NC 1,862 pop · 2.0 mi Rutherford College, NC 1,327 pop · 2.6 mi Connelly Springs, NC 2,342 pop · 4.2 mi Icard, NC 2,291 pop · 6.7 mi Cajah's Mountain, NC 2,696 pop · 6.9 mi Sawmills, NC 5,027 pop · 6.9 mi Morganton, NC 17,541 pop · 7.2 mi Gamewell, NC 3,701 pop · 7.6 mi Rhodhiss, NC 1,062 pop · 7.9 mi Hudson, NC 3,777 pop · 8.0 mi Salem, NC 2,035 pop · 8.1 mi Granite Falls, NC 4,921 pop · 8.8 mi Hildebran, NC 1,860 pop · 8.9 mi Long View, NC 4,967 pop · 10.7 mi

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