Wallace, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Duplin County County
Wallace, NC
At a Glance
How Wallace Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wallace's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wallace a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wallace residents earn a median household income of $49,358 , which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,531. The unemployment rate stands at 6.2% (72% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,178 business establishments, including 71 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wallace is $192,800 , 32% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $217,525. Median rent is $833/month, with 25.2% 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 1981.
Safety & Crime
Wallace reports 401 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 6% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,207/100K.
Education
14.6% of adults in Wallace hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below the national average). 78.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wallace has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.2 inches.