Archer Lodge, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Archer Lodge is a small city in North Carolina with a population of 5,036. Residents earn $98,170 per year, which is 31% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
5,036 Population 555/sq mi density
$98,170 Median Income $49,475 per capita
$285,600 Home Value
$1,308 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$98,170 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$285,600 home value, $1,308/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
31.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $98,170
31% higher than US avg
Home Value $285,600
1% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.9%
5% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,308
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.7%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.6%
39% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,036
Median Age42.7 yrs
Density555/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 78%

Economy

A+
Median Income$98,170
Per Capita$49,475
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.6%
County GDP$11,573M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$285,600
Rent$1,308
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain49.9 in/yr
Elevation271 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.9%
High School+89.1%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute32 min
Libraries7

Is Archer Lodge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Archer Lodge receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Archer Lodge stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Archer Lodge is $98,170, which is significantly higher than the national average — 31% above $75,149. This places Archer Lodge among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Archer Lodge is $285,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,308 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

31.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Archer Lodge enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Archer Lodge has a population of 5,036 with a density of 555 people per square mile. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78%), with 6.1% Black.

Population

5,036
Total Population
555
People / sq mi
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
9.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Archer Lodge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.9%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.1%
13% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Archer Lodge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Archer Lodge is $98,170, which is 31% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Archer Lodge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$98,170
31% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,475
Avg Weekly Wage$1,064
IRS Avg AGI$73,009

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.6%
39% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,104
County GDP$11,573M

Business (County)

Restaurants352
Healthcare353
Retail575
Manufacturing117

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,488
0% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.2 min
Work from Home20.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Archer Lodge is $285,600, 1% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,308 (12% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$285,600
1% above US avg
Median List Price$775,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$775,000
$/Sq Ft$231
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio97.6%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,308
12% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,488
0% below US avg
Effective Rate1.22%
In Archer Lodge, 31.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.7% report depression. 18.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Archer Lodge vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.7%
1% below US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity18.6%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress10.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Checkup Rate78.1%
Premature Death8,163/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access96.8%
Healthcare Facilities353

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35

Safety Score

Archer Lodge has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.7°F
12% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.9 inches
31% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation271 ft (83 m)
Area9.1 sq mi (23.5 km²)
Population Density555/sq mi
Coordinates35.6823°N, 78.3704°W
County FIPS37101
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 31.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.2%
D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 21.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.9%
5% below US avg
High School+89.1%
School Test Score5.46
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density555/sq mi
Total Area9.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities353
Restaurants352
Retail Stores575

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.2 min
Work from Home20.0%

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