Aquadale, NC

North Carolina

Aquadale is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 357. Residents earn $108,984 per year, which is 45% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
357 Population 110/sq mi density
$108,984 Median Income $55,055 per capita
$117,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$108,984 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$117,200 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $108,984
45% higher than US avg
Home Value $117,200
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.1%
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population357
Median Age49.4 yrs
Density110/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans1.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$108,984
Per Capita$55,055
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,785M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.3 in/yr
Elevation460 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.1%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute23 min
Broadband92.4%
Libraries6

Is Aquadale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Aquadale receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Aquadale stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Aquadale is $108,984, which is significantly higher than the national average — 45% above $75,149. This places Aquadale among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Aquadale is $117,200, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Aquadale 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.

Aquadale has a population of 357 with a density of 110 people per square mile. The median age is 49.4 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

357
Total Population
110
People / sq mi
49.4yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.4%
Female 56.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Aquadale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.2%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.8%
34% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Aquadale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Aquadale is $108,984, which is 45% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Aquadale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$108,984
45% above US avg
Per Capita Income$55,055
Avg Weekly Wage$860
IRS Avg AGI$67,178

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below 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 Rate2.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Aquadale is $117,200, 58% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,200
58% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,478
1% below US avg
Effective Rate2.97%
In Aquadale, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.9% report depression. 20.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.3%
4% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity20.4%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate75.3%
Premature Death10,233/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Aquadale 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

Elevation460 ft (140 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.4 km²)
Population Density110/sq mi
Coordinates35.2244°N, 80.2235°W
County FIPS37167
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.9-point margin. 92.4% 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+17.1%
49% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.46
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density110/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.4%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities162
Restaurants130
Retail Stores249

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.6%

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