Ansonville, NC

North Carolina

Ansonville is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 578. Residents earn $39,375 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
578 Population 393/sq mi density
$39,375 Median Income $23,580 per capita
$88,500 Home Value
$919 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$39,375 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$88,500 home value, $919/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,375
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $88,500
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.5%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $919
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.3%
41% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.1%
70% higher than US avg

How Ansonville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population578
Median Age49.6 yrs
Density393/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 17%
Veterans1.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$39,375
Per Capita$23,580
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty21.1%
County GDP$2,785M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$88,500
Rent$919
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.3 in/yr
Elevation328 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.5%
High School+78.9%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute25 min
Broadband71.2%
Libraries6

Is Ansonville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ansonville receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Ansonville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ansonville is $39,375, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. The poverty rate of 21.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ansonville is $88,500, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $919 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Ansonville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Ansonville has a population of 578 with a density of 393 people per square mile. The median age is 49.6 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (82.9%), with 17.1% White.

Population

578
Total Population
393
People / sq mi
49.6yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Ansonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ansonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ansonville is $39,375, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Ansonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,375
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,580
Avg Weekly Wage$860
IRS Avg AGI$67,178

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.1%
70% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,703
County GDP$2,785M

Business (County)

Restaurants130
Healthcare162
Retail249
Manufacturing85

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,478
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Drive Alone68.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ansonville is $88,500, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $919 (21% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$88,500
69% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$919
21% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$932
1 Bedroom$981
2 Bedrooms$1,161
3 Bedrooms$1,499
4 Bedrooms$1,780

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,478
1% below US avg
Effective Rate3.93%
In Ansonville, 45.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 32.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Ansonville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.3%
41% above US avg
Diabetes15.8%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure44.5%
Asthma12.4%
COPD8.1%
Stroke4.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.7%
Physical Inactivity32.2%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.2%
Checkup Rate80.6%
Premature Death10,233/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access68.0%
Healthcare Facilities162

Crime Rates: Ansonville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Ansonville has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.3°F
12% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.3 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall0.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation328 ft (100 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density393/sq mi
Coordinates35.1042°N, 80.1097°W
County FIPS37167
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.9-point margin. 71.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%
D 24.2%

Winner: Republican by 50.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.5%
81% below US avg
High School+78.9%
School Test Score5.46
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density393/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.2%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities162
Restaurants130
Retail Stores249

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Drive Alone68.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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