Spruce Pine vs Cary
| Spruce Pine | Cary | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,637 | 174,880 |
| Median Household Income | $42,098 | $134,905 |
| Median Home Value | $207,500 | $580,200 |
| Median Gross Rent | $837/mo | $1,738/mo |
| Homeownership Rate | 64.4% | 66.6% |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.8% | 3.4% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 24.4% | 70.5% |
| Median Age | 48.6 | 40.2 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, ACS 2020-2024.