Wadesboro, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Anson County County
Wadesboro, NC
At a Glance
How Wadesboro Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wadesboro's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wadesboro a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wadesboro residents earn a median household income of $34,125 , which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,186. The unemployment rate stands at 12.8% (256% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 30.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 498 business establishments, including 34 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wadesboro is $98,600 , 65% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $134,060. Median rent is $921/month, with 27.2% 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 1966.
Safety & Crime
Wadesboro reports 2,037 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 436% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 7,395/100K.
Education
15.5% of adults in Wadesboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below the national average). 84.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wadesboro has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches.