There are 4 independent living communities near Murphy, North Carolina. Independent living costs in North Carolina range from about $20 to $145 daily, with a mean expenditure running around $54. The per month cost averages around $1,617 and ranges between $605 and $4,342. On a yearly basis, the mean cost is about $19,404, which is less than the US average of $23,100.
Murphy is a small city in Cherokee County, North Carolina. Though the surrounding area is home to 2,068,612 inhabitants, there are 18,475 residing within the city. Those who are over 55 make up about 42% of the total community.
Murphy has a moderate SeniorScore™ of 66. The city has a mean per capita income of $21,000 and a mean household income is $39,000 (the North Carolina state average is $41,000). The current unemployment rate is around 7.08% and the average housing price is $232,500, which is relatively higher than the state average of $204,000.
Murphy has mild average temperatures, with moderate winters and warm summers. The city receives very heavy amounts of rain annually. In comparison to other American cities, Murphy has lower than average air quality ratings and a very high rate of crime.