The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, New Hanover county is rated a 4. The average temperature during the month of June is 80.4℉ and the average temperature in January is 46.4℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 78% and the area covered by water is 39.33%. The overall influence score for New Hanover is 2.
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New Hanover County is located in southeastern North Carolina. According to the 2019 U.S. Census, the county has a population of 212,163 people, with a median age of 40.3 years. The racial makeup of the county is 68.7% White, 25.1% Black or African American, 3.2% Hispanic or Latino, 2.6% Asian, 0.3% Native American, and 0.2% Pacific Islander.
The median household income in the county was $52,546 in 2019, with a poverty rate of 13.7%. The unemployment rate in New Hanover County was 3.7%.
The cost of living in New Hanover County is high compared to other areas of North Carolina due to its coastal location and proximity to Wilmington, one of the state's largest cities. Housing costs are particularly high, with an average home price of $242,876 in 2019.
New Hanover County has a variety of amenities for residents, including beaches, parks, museums and cultural attractions, as well as shopping and dining options in and around Wilmington. The county also has a robust public education system and a number of higher education institutions.
The North Carolina State Office, located in Raleigh, NC, administers USDA Rural Development programs through six Area Offices and fourteen field offices across the state.Featured Property from USDA Loan Eligible Regions of North Carolina
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