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Walnut Cove, NC
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Walnut Cove, NC
At a Glance
How Walnut Cove Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Walnut Cove's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Walnut Cove a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Walnut Cove residents earn a median household income of $44,700 , which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,794. The unemployment rate stands at 2.4% (33% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 844 business establishments, including 58 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Walnut Cove is $184,100 , 35% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $231,293. Median rent is $642/month, with 30.6% 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 1975.
Safety & Crime
Walnut Cove reports 547 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 44% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,465/100K.
Education
17.3% of adults in Walnut Cove hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below the national average). 93.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Walnut Cove has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.