Forest City, a city located in the state of North Carolina (NC), is home to a population of approximately 7,357 people. Forest City boasts a median age of 32.8, with around 21.8% of its residents aged 60 or above. 8.4% of the population identifies as US Veterans. 22.1% of Forest City residents are disabled. The city has an average household income of $35,232, while the unemployment rate stands at 10.1%, and around 38.9% of the population is considered to be living below the poverty level. In terms of housing, the average home value in Forest City is $136,688, with a monthly rent averaging $718.