Archdale, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Archdale is a small city in North Carolina with a population of 11,992. Residents earn $64,984 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
11,992 Population 1,329/sq mi density
$64,984 Median Income $32,264 per capita
$188,200 Home Value $245,361 Zillow
$960 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
138 Violent Crime/100K 2,183 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$64,984 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$188,200 home value, $960/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
138 violent crimes/100K (64% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,984
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $188,200
33% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 138/100K
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.7%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $960
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.1%
67% lower than US avg

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

People

Population11,992
Median Age46.5 yrs
Density1,329/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

A
Median Income$64,984
Per Capita$32,264
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty4.1%
County GDP$5,991M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$188,200
Rent$960
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$245,361

Crime

F
Violent138/100K
Property2,183/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault95/100K
Burglary621/100K

Health

Obesity36.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.3 in/yr
Elevation810 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.7%
High School+87.9%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute21 min
EV Stations3
Libraries7

Is Archdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Archdale receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Archdale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Archdale is $64,984, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Archdale is $188,200, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $960 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Archdale is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 138 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,183 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Archdale enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°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.

Archdale has a population of 11,992 with a density of 1,329 people per square mile. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.7%), with 8.5% Black.

Population

11,992
Total Population
1,329
People / sq mi
46.5yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
9.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%
Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Archdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.8%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.2%
31% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Archdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Archdale is $64,984, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Archdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,984
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,264
Avg Weekly Wage$994
IRS Avg AGI$60,662

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.1%
67% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,042
County GDP$5,991M

Business (County)

Restaurants232
Healthcare214
Retail380
Manufacturing282

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,417
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.4 min
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Archdale is $188,200, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $960 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $245,361.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$188,200
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$245,361
Median List Price$325,495

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$325,495
$/Sq Ft$176
Homes Sold10
Sale-to-List Ratio98.5%
Price Drops20.5%
Inventory39

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$960
17% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,339

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,417
2% below US avg
Effective Rate1.82%
In Archdale, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.8%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.8%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death12,479/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access56.3%
Healthcare Facilities214
Archdale has a violent crime rate of 138 per 100,000 residents, 64% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,183 per 100,000 (11% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent138.1/100K
64% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery43.2/100K
Assault94.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,183.3/100K
11% above US avg
Burglary621.3/100K
Theft1,467.0/100K
Vehicle Theft94.9/100K
Arson8.6/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Archdale has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°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

42°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.1°F
13% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.3 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall1.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation810 ft (247 m)
Area9.0 sq mi (23.4 km²)
Population Density1,329/sq mi
Coordinates35.9047°N, 79.9598°W
County FIPS37151
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.3%
D 21%

Winner: Republican by 57.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.7%
33% below US avg
High School+87.9%
School Test Score5.46
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,329/sq mi
Total Area9.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities214
Restaurants232
Retail Stores380

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.4 min
Work from Home5.8%

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