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Mars Hill, NC
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Population: 2,802
Home Price: $248,500
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Overview
Mars Hill is a small town in the state of North Carolina with a population of 2,802. Mars Hill has a cool summer and wet winter climate. There are mountains nearby so you can enjoy the smell of fresh air and inspiration to be active.
Quality of Life Summary
Area Size:
Small Town
Living Costs:
High Cost
Employment:
(B) Good
Cultural Diversity:
(C) Average
Residents:
Families
School Rating:
(B) Good
Safety Rating:
NA
Public Transport:
(D) Fair
Average Commute:
27.2 minutes
Walkability:
(A) Excellent
Climate:
Cool Summer and Wet Winter
Shopping Mall:
-
Near Beach or Lake:
-
Near Mountains:
Yes
Near Parks & Green Space:
-
Social and Economic Statistics of Mars Hill, NC
Job Market
Diversity
Housing
Education
Schools
Crime & Safety
Employment and Income
Mars Hill
North Carolina
United States
Per Capita Income
$22,916
$29,903
$32,693
Median Household Income
$67,125
$56,318
$65,483
Unemployment Rate
2.5%
6.2%
5.7%
Poverty Rate
1.2%
12.3%
10.5%
Age
Mars Hill
North Carolina
United States
Median Age
25.4
43.3
42.3
Gender
Mars Hill
North Carolina
United States
Male
56.8%
48.5%
49.8%
Female
43.2%
51.5%
50.2%
Race
Mars Hill
North Carolina
United States
White
88.5%
70.0%
80.3%
Black or African American
6.5%
19.9%
7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native
0.6%
2.0%
2.7%
Asian
1.1%
1.1%
1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.0%
0.0%
0.2%
Other Race
2.0%
2.7%
2.7%
Multiracial
1.2%
4.3%
5.2%
Housing Information
Mars Hill
North Carolina
United States
Median Home Price
$248,500
$182,475
$208,542
Median Monthly Rent
$772
$682
$801
Family Households
44.9%
44.9%
48.6%
Nonfamily Households
25.6%
25.6%
26.2%
Homeowners
58.5%
68.9%
72.9%
Renters
41.5%
31.1%
27.1%
Education
Mars Hill
North Carolina
United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent
1.7%
8.7%
7.5%
Some College, no Degree
29.9%
29.9%
34.0%
Associate's Degree
13.7%
22.0%
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
10.0%
10.3%
9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree
28.5%
15.8%
15.0%
Proficiency
Mars Hill
North Carolina
United States
Mathematics
53.0%
40.8%
46.8%
Reading/Language Arts
56.0%
44.1%
50.7%
Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People
Violent Crime
Mars Hill
North Carolina
United States
Murder
NA
7.8
3.0
Rape
NA
49.1
38.0
Robbery
NA
72.2
40.7
Assault
NA
285.6
188.5
Property Crime
Mars Hill
North Carolina
United States
Burglary
NA
751.0
336.1
Theft
NA
2623.9
1913.7
Vehicle Theft
NA
184.7
167.1
Arson
NA
16.9
10.5
Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Mars Hill, NC
Food
Sports
Arts
Hobbies
Entertainment
Recreation
Shopping
bread
mediterranean food
garlic bread
restaurants
bakery
cheese
tasty
avocados
chicken wings
french fries
taco
smoked gouda
cajun
pizzas
restaurant
delicious
chickfila
flavors
brunch
spaghetti
softball
football
high school football
esports
basketball
soccer
ncaa
athletics
golf
nfl
recruiting
baseball
gaming
teams
rugby
coaching
celebrity deadpool
footba
cfl
hoops
nft
picasso
nfts
exhibition
arts culture
textile
nature
creativity
pfp
architectural
studio
activism
theatre arts
prints
jewelry
designs
comic
drawing
library
photography
spending time
books
gaming
horror movies
cosplay
fulltime
pokemon
youtuber
adventures
nascar
outdoors
hunting
photography
fishing
sports
government politics
journalism
award winning
gaming
arts culture
movie reviews
lifestyle
studio
marketing
recreation
tv
hospitality
cable tv
dining
booking
podcasts
communications
hollywood
hip hop
summer
sports
mountain
science technology
mountains
space
pool
beach
nature
lodge
beaches
visitors
comfortable seating
dining
hunting
photography
fishing
winter
black friday
retail
outlet
local bookstore
restaurants
bakery
merch
hotels
gas station
fully stocked
cleaning supplies
etsy shop
supermarket
restaurant
discounts
lowes
shelves
checkout
jewelry
pickup
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