Arrowhead Beach, NC

North Carolina

Arrowhead Beach is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 1,277. Residents earn $64,107 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,277 Population 2,093/sq mi density
$64,107 Median Income $17,000 per capita
$188,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$64,107 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$188,400 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,107
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $188,400
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.9%
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.5%
98% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,277
Median Age35.3 yrs
Density2,093/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 70%

Economy

B
Median Income$64,107
Per Capita$17,000
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty24.5%
County GDP$723M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$188,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Elevation21 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.9%
High School+79.3%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute36 min
Libraries1

Is Arrowhead Beach a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arrowhead Beach receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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, long commute times, high obesity rates. Arrowhead Beach offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Arrowhead Beach is $64,107, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. The poverty rate of 24.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Arrowhead Beach is $188,400, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Arrowhead Beach enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Arrowhead Beach has a population of 1,277 with a density of 2,093 people per square mile. The median age is 35.3 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.2%), with 8.7% Hispanic.

Population

1,277
Total Population
2,093
People / sq mi
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Arrowhead Beach vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only68.8%
12% below US avg
Spanish31.2%
133% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Arrowhead Beach vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arrowhead Beach is $64,107, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Arrowhead Beach vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,107
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,000
Avg Weekly Wage$947
IRS Avg AGI$68,504

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.5%
98% above US avg
Establishments (County)433
County GDP$723M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare62
Retail55
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,041
15% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.9 min
Work from Home27.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Arrowhead Beach is $188,400, 33% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$188,400
33% 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-Occupied97.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,041
15% above US avg
Effective Rate2.14%
In Arrowhead Beach, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.3% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Arrowhead Beach vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure35.9%
Asthma11.4%
COPD9.1%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity27.7%
Depression28.3%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.8%
Checkup Rate76.1%
Premature Death10,588/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access56.4%
Healthcare Facilities62

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Arrowhead Beach has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall2.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation21 ft (6 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density2,093/sq mi
Coordinates36.2271°N, 76.7029°W
County FIPS37041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.9%
D 38.4%

Winner: Republican by 22.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.9%
53% below US avg
High School+79.3%
School Test Score5.46
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density2,093/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities62
Restaurants31
Retail Stores55

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.9 min
Work from Home27.8%

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