Median Income
$34,250
54% lower than US avg
Home Value
$87,600
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
5.9%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$659
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment
10.4%
189% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.3%
49% lower than US avg
How Aulander Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population748
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density505/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 37%
Economy
C
Median Income$34,250
Per Capita$24,737
Unemployment10.4%
Poverty6.3%
County GDP$739M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$87,600
Rent$659
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$75,590
Rent Burden28.2%
Health
Obesity40.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease6.3%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain49.5 in/yr
Elevation62 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+5.9%
High School+70.6%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 42% / D 57%
Commute28 min
EV Stations1
Libraries1
Is Aulander a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Aulander receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Aulander offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Aulander is $34,250, 54% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.4%, unemployment is notably high. Only 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Aulander is $87,600, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $659 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Aulander 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 49.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Aulander has a population of 748 with a density of 505 people per square mile. The median age is 45.7 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (60.7%), with 36.5% White, 1.1% Hispanic.
Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.1% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.9% |
| 93% below US avg |
The median household income in Aulander is $34,250, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $34,250 |
| 54% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,737 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $951 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,956 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 10.4% |
| 189% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.3% |
| 49% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 366 |
| County GDP | $739M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 17 |
| Healthcare | 28 |
| Retail | 48 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,311 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.78% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.2 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Aulander is $87,600, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $659 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $75,590.
Home Values
| Census Median | $87,600 |
| 69% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $75,590 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $659 |
| 43% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 28.2% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,311 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.78% |
In Aulander, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.8% report depression. 29.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Aulander vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.9% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.4% |
| Asthma | 12.4% |
| COPD | 7.9% |
| Stroke | 4.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.7% |
| Depression | 24.8% |
| Mental Distress | 19.9% |
| Physical Distress | 14.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 79.5% |
| Premature Death | 14,714/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 22.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 28 |
Crime Rates: Aulander vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Aulander 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 49.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
42°F Jan (6°C)
80°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 61.1°F |
| 13% above US avg |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 49.5 inches |
| 30% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 62 ft (19 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 505/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.2280°N, 77.1136°W |
| County FIPS | 37131 |