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Walnut Creek, NC
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Walnut Creek, NC
At a Glance
How Walnut Creek Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Walnut Creek's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Walnut Creek a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Walnut Creek residents earn a median household income of $145,417 , which is 94% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $77,922. The unemployment rate stands at 1.3% (64% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,412 business establishments, including 98 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Walnut Creek is $423,800 , 50% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $428,628. Median rent is $1,756/month, with 9.0% 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 1987.
Safety & Crime
Walnut Creek reports 899 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 137% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 6,055/100K.
Education
68.0% of adults in Walnut Creek hold a bachelor's degree or higher (102% above the national average). 95.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Walnut Creek has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.