Economy & Jobs — Mars Hill, North Carolina
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $81,429 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$88,700 |
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| Per Capita Income | $30,660 |
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| Poverty Rate | 3.3% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 4.5% |
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| In Labor Force | 1,252 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Education Healthcare | 37.1% |
| Retail | 13.6% |
| Professional | 10.8% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Real Estate Offices | 15 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 12 |
| Fast Food | 12 |
| Hotels Motels | 7 |
| Grocery Stores | 6 |
| Insurance Agencies | 6 |
| Gas Stations | 5 |
| General Merchandise | 5 |
| Physician Offices | 4 |
| Auto Repair | 3 |
| Commercial Banks | 3 |
| Law Offices | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
