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Moore County Faces 7,724-Unit Housing Crisis by 2029

3/7/2025

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Moore County, North Carolina, is grappling with a staggering housing shortfall of 7,724 units by 2029, threatening its ability to attract workers. With median home prices soaring to $495,000 and a mere 0.9% availability rate, the urgency is palpable. Bridging this gap could unleash a remarkable $489 billion in economic activity and create 2.2 million jobs across the state.

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Story summary

Moore County, North Carolina, is grappling with a staggering housing shortfall of 7,724 units by 2029, threatening its ability to attract workers. With median home prices soaring to $495,000 and a mere 0.9% availability rate, the urgency is palpable. Bridging this gap could unleash a remarkable $489 billion in economic activity and create 2.2 million jobs across the state.