Whitakers, NC is a tight-knit community with plenty to offer. According to BestPlaces, it ranks highly in all categories that make up a great place to live. Whitakers’s cost of living index stands at 84 and is considered low compared to the national average. The city also receives excellent ratings in terms of crime and safety, as well as education opportunities. It has an unemployment rate of 4%, which is below the US average of 5%. The median household income in Whitakers is $40,000, which is slightly lower than the US average of $50,000. Overall, BestPlaces gives Whitakers an 8 out of 10 for livability making it one of the best places to live in North Carolina.
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