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Murphy, NC
Population1,625
Median Age41.8
Pop. Density712
Pop. Change3.64%
Married Population50.64%
Household Size2.11
Unemployment Rate12.90%
Median Home Cost$131,000
Homes Owned49.50%
Home Appreciation-2.20%
Percent Religious50.26%
Commute Time14.4

86.43% of people are white, 9.03% are black, 0.68% are asian, 1.11% are native american, and 2.76% claim 'Other'. 2.46% of the people in Murphy, NC, claim hispanic ethnicity (meaning 97.54% are non-hispanic).


Becky
Murphy, NC
Beautiful - 3/30/2009

I moved to Murphy to get away from the hustle in Florida. I found the mountains so beautiful. But there is no work there. It's basically a place for retire's. The people are very nice. & I felt safe. I am moving back soon, & hopefully will find any kind of work. I felt safe there. Becky[read more...]

tish
Murphy, NC
living in Murphy - 3/27/2008

I moved here over 12 yrs ago and have loved being here ever since.Two children to raise as a single mom and found it less exspensive then our previous home in Florida, safer and less materialist as back in fla. I am now a Realtor in the area and though real estate all over is feeling the effects of our economy,Murphy continues to grow and as a single mom,living here has benefited us as a family. cheaper living with all the luxuries of life. there is so much to do in the area that is exciting, educational and intersting ,that money cant buy... thank god for small towm USA. I will admitt it is a culture shock, but if you are looking for a slower paced and satisfying life, back to the basics that make us the U.S.A!!!! then this is it.. god bless us all.[read more...]