Ashley Heights, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Ashley Heights is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 301. Residents earn $52,375 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
301 Population 134/sq mi density
$52,375 Median Income $22,914 per capita
$85,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$52,375 median income, 10.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,700 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,375
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,700
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.6%
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.0%
178% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.9%
4% lower than US avg

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

People

Population301
Median Age58.4 yrs
Density134/mi²
Male / Female45% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 53%
Veterans10.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$52,375
Per Capita$22,914
Unemployment10.0%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$1,640M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.8 in/yr
Elevation418 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.6%
High School+89.7%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute13 min
Broadband68.6%
Libraries1

Is Ashley Heights a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ashley Heights is $52,375, 30% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.0%, unemployment is notably high. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ashley Heights is $85,700, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Ashley Heights 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 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Ashley Heights has a population of 301 with a density of 134 people per square mile. The median age is 58.4 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (53.2%), with 21.3% Hispanic, 16.3% Black.

Population

301
Total Population
134
People / sq mi
58.4yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.5%
Female 55.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Ashley Heights vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ashley Heights vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ashley Heights is $52,375, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Ashley Heights vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,375
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,914
Avg Weekly Wage$902
IRS Avg AGI$53,275

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.0%
178% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.9%
4% below US avg
Establishments (County)697
County GDP$1,640M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare75
Retail81
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,124
11% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.4 min
Drive Alone81.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Ashley Heights is $85,700, 70% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,700
70% 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-Occupied82.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,124
11% below US avg
Effective Rate3.65%
In Ashley Heights, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Ashley Heights vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes12.7%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure36.4%
Asthma12.4%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity27.7%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.8%
Checkup Rate77.9%
Premature Death12,067/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access60.9%
Healthcare Facilities75

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Ashley Heights 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 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.7°F
12% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.8 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall1.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation418 ft (127 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.8 km²)
Population Density134/sq mi
Coordinates35.0900°N, 79.3739°W
County FIPS37093
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.9-point margin. 68.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.4%
D 52.4%

Winner: Democrat by 5.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.6%
54% below US avg
High School+89.7%
School Test Score5.46
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density134/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.6%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities75
Restaurants39
Retail Stores81

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.4 min
Drive Alone81.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.4%

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