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Comprehensive Data Report

Union Mills, NC

ZIP Code 28167

Rutherford County

Population
2,142
Median Income
$55,387
Home Value
$205,900
Livability
67/100
Total Population
2,142
Median Household Income
$55,387
Median Home Value
$205,900
Median Rent
$568

Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Median age of 57 years suggests an established, mature community.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Population Density
2,142 residents
Median Age
57.2 years
Safety Score
55/100
Moderate safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
67
Fair
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
77/100
Cost of Living
100/100
Safety
55/100
Education
22/100
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Employment
72/100
Housing
89/100
Weather
69/100

Data Sources & Accuracy

Official Government Data:Demographics and housing statistics are from the U.S. Census Bureau API (American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates). Weather and climate data comes from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) API with official climate normals from the nearest weather station. Crime statistics are from the FBI Crime Data Explorer API, with county-level data when available, otherwise state-level official data.
Modeled Estimates:Schools and some economic indicators are currently modeled using statistical methods based on national averages and regional patterns. For critical decisions, verify with official sources:

Learn more about our data sources and methodology on our Data Sources page.

Location Map

Union Mills, NC 28167

Coordinates: 35.4869°, -81.9758°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
80
Lower than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
52
Below avg
Transportation
95
Average
Healthcare
98
Average
Groceries
93
Average
Utilities
96
Average
Overall
80
Below avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
5,283,116,000
Employment Rate
96.3%
Avg. Commute
22 min
Work From Home
8%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Retail Trade
15.8%
Healthcare & Social Assistance
15.3%
Professional Services
14.3%
Education
12.5%
Manufacturing
12.3%
Total Employed
5,088,201,000
Total Unemployed
194,915,000
Unemployment Rate
3.7%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Age Distribution

Population by age group

Household Income Distribution

Households by income bracket

Education Levels (Age 25+)

Highest education attained

Race & Ethnicity

Demographic composition

Median Age
57.2 years
Per Capita Income
$25,910
Poverty Rate
13.9%