Forest City, North Carolina is a small town located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The crime rate in Forest City is relatively low, with a rate of 3.85 per 1,000 residents, which is lower than the national average. The school district in Forest City is Rutherford County Schools, which has a rating of 5 out of 10 on GreatSchools.org.
Nearby amenities in Forest City include the Forest City-Dunbar Elementary School, the Rutherford County Recreation Center, and the Forest City Golf Course. There are also several grocery stores, including Food Lion and Walmart Supercenter. Tourist attractions in the area include the Bostic Lincoln Center and the Rutherford County Farm Museum.
The average household income in Forest City is $38,693, which is lower than the national average. The nearest city center is approximately 25 miles away in Shelby, North Carolina. Job growth in Forest City has been slow in recent years, but there are opportunities in the healthcare, retail, and manufacturing industries.
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