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Walkertown, NC
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Walkertown, NC
At a Glance
How Walkertown Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Walkertown's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Walkertown a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Walkertown residents earn a median household income of $80,761 , which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,454. The unemployment rate stands at 1.2% (67% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 11,366 business establishments, including 868 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Walkertown is $230,800 , 18% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $266,574. Median rent is $1,283/month, with 26.9% 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 1989.
Safety & Crime
Walkertown reports 342 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 10% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,874/100K.
Education
29.4% of adults in Walkertown hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% below the national average). 93.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Walkertown has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.