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Valdese, NC
B+
Population: 4,647
Home Price: $120,700
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Overview
Valdese is a small town in the state of North Carolina with a population of 4,647. Valdese has a cool summer and wet 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 Town
Living Costs:
Medium Cost
Employment:
(B) Good
Cultural Diversity:
(D) Fair
Residents:
Families
School Rating:
(B) Good
Safety Rating:
(C) Average
Public Transport:
(D) Fair
Average Commute:
27.8 minutes
Walkability:
(C) Average
Climate:
Cool Summer and Wet Winter
Shopping Mall:
Yes
Near Beach or Lake:
-
Near Mountains:
-
Near Parks & Green Space:
Yes
Social and Economic Statistics of Valdese, NC
Job Market
Diversity
Housing
Education
Schools
Crime & Safety
Employment and Income
Valdese
North Carolina
United States
Per Capita Income
$31,618
$29,903
$32,693
Median Household Income
$63,068
$56,318
$65,483
Unemployment Rate
2.2%
6.2%
5.7%
Poverty Rate
5.4%
12.3%
10.5%
Age
Valdese
North Carolina
United States
Median Age
46.7
43.3
42.3
Gender
Valdese
North Carolina
United States
Male
49.8%
48.5%
49.8%
Female
50.2%
51.5%
50.2%
Race
Valdese
North Carolina
United States
White
95.0%
70.0%
80.3%
Black or African American
1.7%
19.9%
7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native
0.2%
2.0%
2.7%
Asian
0.0%
1.1%
1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.0%
0.0%
0.2%
Other Race
1.7%
2.7%
2.7%
Multiracial
1.5%
4.3%
5.2%
Housing Information
Valdese
North Carolina
United States
Median Home Price
$120,700
$182,475
$208,542
Median Monthly Rent
$453
$682
$801
Family Households
50.3%
50.3%
48.6%
Nonfamily Households
31.1%
31.1%
26.2%
Homeowners
76.5%
68.9%
72.9%
Renters
23.5%
31.1%
27.1%
Education
Valdese
North Carolina
United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent
10.1%
8.7%
7.5%
Some College, no Degree
35.2%
35.2%
34.0%
Associate's Degree
16.6%
22.0%
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
7.7%
10.3%
9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree
12.3%
15.8%
15.0%
Proficiency
Valdese
North Carolina
United States
Mathematics
54.3%
40.8%
46.8%
Reading/Language Arts
50.7%
44.1%
50.7%
Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People
Violent Crime
Valdese
North Carolina
United States
Murder
0.0
7.8
3.0
Rape
0.0
49.1
38.0
Robbery
0.0
72.2
40.7
Assault
338.2
285.6
188.5
Property Crime
Valdese
North Carolina
United States
Burglary
270.6
751.0
336.1
Theft
992.1
2623.9
1913.7
Vehicle Theft
248.0
184.7
167.1
Arson
0.0
16.9
10.5
Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Valdese, NC
Food
Sports
Arts
Hobbies
Entertainment
Recreation
Shopping
red wine
wineries
hot sauce
hot dogs
wine
buffalo wild wings
olive garden
chicken wings
meal
fresh fruit
ice cream
delicious
booze
beer
mcdonalds
pie
restaurant
recipes
meat
french fries
football
college football
country music
hs football
flag football
video games
pro wrestling
nascar
basketball
racing
soccer players
athlete
wrestling
coaches
golf
gaming
teams
motorsports
mma
soccer
inspired by
comics
fashion
collection
pastel
pottery
canvas
hieroglyphs
mythological creatures
crafts
craft
warhol
literature
jewelry
design studio
landscapes
studio
activism
library
drawings
spending time
single dad
video games
nascar
comics
gaming
motorsports
adventures
nerd culture
outdoors
fishing
cosplay
jeeps
books
camping
anime
junk
pokmon
pokemon
sports
local news
pro wrestling
tv
fashion
free wifi
films
gaming
motorsports
drama
public relations
producer
hollywood
corporate
marketing
indie
educational
studio
arts
influencer
summer
sports
beach
rec
ambience
winter
lifeguarding
space
backyard
fishing
ski
mountain
pool
camping
yearround
landscapes
arts
tent
aviation
facilities
black owned
old navy
home depot
shop local
pre order
handmade
dollar store
gift card
shop online
restocked
handmade custom
open ampm
gift cards
car wash
shipping
apparel
groceries
pharmacy
crafts
mcdonalds
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