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Lexington, NC
B+
Population: 19,347
Home Price: $117,100
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Overview
Lexington is a small city in the state of North Carolina with a population of 19,347. Lexington has a hot summer and mild winter climate. The presence of parks and green space will enable you to spend time in the outdoors
Quality of Life Summary
Area Size:
Small City
Living Costs:
Medium Cost
Employment:
(F) Poor
Cultural Diversity:
(A) Excellent
Residents:
Young Professionals
School Rating:
(D) Fair
Safety Rating:
(F) Poor
Public Transport:
(B) Good
Average Commute:
22.4 minutes
Walkability:
(B) Good
Climate:
Hot Summer and Mild Winter
Shopping Mall:
Yes
Near Beach or Lake:
Yes
Near Mountains:
-
Near Parks & Green Space:
Yes
Social and Economic Statistics of Lexington, NC
Job Market
Diversity
Housing
Education
Schools
Crime & Safety
Employment and Income
Lexington
North Carolina
United States
Per Capita Income
$19,175
$29,903
$32,693
Median Household Income
$32,698
$56,318
$65,483
Unemployment Rate
10.6%
6.2%
5.7%
Poverty Rate
19.9%
12.3%
10.5%
Age
Lexington
North Carolina
United States
Median Age
38.3
43.3
42.3
Gender
Lexington
North Carolina
United States
Male
48.9%
48.5%
49.8%
Female
51.1%
51.5%
50.2%
Race
Lexington
North Carolina
United States
White
57.8%
70.0%
80.3%
Black or African American
28.7%
19.9%
7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native
0.4%
2.0%
2.7%
Asian
3.3%
1.1%
1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.0%
0.0%
0.2%
Other Race
3.9%
2.7%
2.7%
Multiracial
5.9%
4.3%
5.2%
Housing Information
Lexington
North Carolina
United States
Median Home Price
$117,100
$182,475
$208,542
Median Monthly Rent
$502
$682
$801
Family Households
32.9%
32.9%
48.6%
Nonfamily Households
35.0%
35.0%
26.2%
Homeowners
39.1%
68.9%
72.9%
Renters
60.9%
31.1%
27.1%
Education
Lexington
North Carolina
United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent
14.2%
8.7%
7.5%
Some College, no Degree
31.7%
31.7%
34.0%
Associate's Degree
28.9%
22.0%
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
5.1%
10.3%
9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree
9.9%
15.8%
15.0%
Proficiency
Lexington
North Carolina
United States
Mathematics
41.3%
40.8%
46.8%
Reading/Language Arts
43.0%
44.1%
50.7%
Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People
Violent Crime
Lexington
North Carolina
United States
Murder
10.6
7.8
3.0
Rape
5.3
49.1
38.0
Robbery
142.7
72.2
40.7
Assault
481.0
285.6
188.5
Property Crime
Lexington
North Carolina
United States
Burglary
787.7
751.0
336.1
Theft
3314.5
2623.9
1913.7
Vehicle Theft
190.3
184.7
167.1
Arson
15.9
16.9
10.5
Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Lexington, NC
Food
Sports
Arts
Hobbies
Entertainment
Recreation
Shopping
coffees
food truck
thai
sweet potato
fast food
hot dog
bbq
hot sauce
hot dogs
frappes
barbecue
beer
korean bbq
delicious bbq
burger
beef jerky
oaxacan
grocery
veggie
restaurant
high school football
basketball
football
nascar
college football
duke basketball
nascar racing
country music
video games
racing
baseball
ncaa
ohio state buckeyes
little league
hockey player
athlete
youth sports
dirt racing
softball
teams
inspired by
nfts
nft
arts education
nature
library
photography
collection
artists
creative
crafts
drawing
artisans
jewelry
collectibles
shakespeare
creations
creativity
pfp
museum
nascar
video games
sports cards
nintendo games
gaming
pc gamer
motorsports
fitness
dd
photography
books
hunting
collector
enthusiasts
riding harleys
computers
pokemon
jeeps
ramblings
miami dolphins
sports
tv
classic rock
gaming
motorsports
gov officials agencies
recreation
arts
producer director
arts education
nfl mlb
photography
films
autospa
drama
streaming platform
pop culture
entertainm
creative
communications
sports
winter
space
beach
summer
fall festivals
arts
parks recreation
nature
photography
mountains
hunting
swimming
bonfires
pickleball
kayaking
barefoot
astronomy
cycling
gardens
home depot
old navy
christmas shopping
food truck
dealership
christmas gifts
holiday shopping
drive thru
food lion
gift shop
gas station
links below #fals
farmers market
daily ampm
groceries
furniture
supercenter
depot
grocery store
dollar store
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