Apartments for rent in East Flat Rock, NC

A small town located in North Carolina, East Flat Rock has just over 4,000 residents. Middle-aged professionals can expect to fit right in, as they account for an above-average percentage of the population, while young adults account for a smaller percentage of the town. Overall, the town's residents, at an average age of just under 44, are older than most cities in North Carolina. Most residents own their homes in East Flat Rock, and 43% of residents rent. With a relatively low average rent of $674 per month in the town, renting remains an affordable option, particularly compared to other cities in North Carolina. Each month, renters in East Flat Rock will save around $257 compared to the state average.

Compared to the North Carolina average, East Flat Rock has a relatively large number of residents over the age of 25 who have earned a high school degree or equivalent (21%). Additionally, 18% have earned a Bachelor's, Master's, Professional, or Doctoral degree. There are four primary industries in East Flat Rock: education, construction, agriculture, and retail. Together, these industries make up 32% of the labor force in the town. With an average annual income of just over $47K, East Flat Rock workers bring in less than the average North Carolina resident. The town's average income also falls below the national average ($73,345).

East Flat Rock residents have an average commute of about 19 minutes, outperforming the state average of about 25 minutes. Many residents (39%) commute to work by car, while public transit isn't used. Walking (3%) isn't a common way to get to work, though the number surpasses the national average.