Wrightsboro, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · New Hanover County County
Wrightsboro, NC
At a Glance
How Wrightsboro Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wrightsboro's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wrightsboro a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wrightsboro residents earn a median household income of $72,867 , which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,322. The unemployment rate stands at 2.8% (22% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 11,216 business establishments, including 821 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wrightsboro is $220,700 , 22% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $355,872. Median rent is $1,072/month, with 23.5% 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.
Education
26.2% of adults in Wrightsboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below the national average). 87.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wrightsboro has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.