Badin, NC

North Carolina

Badin is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 2,163. Residents earn $43,068 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
2,163 Population 1,195/sq mi density
$43,068 Median Income $15,670 per capita
$130,500 Home Value $185,060 Zillow
$841 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$43,068 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$130,500 home value, $841/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,068
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $130,500
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.0%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $841
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.7%
27% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,163
Median Age44.9 yrs
Density1,195/mi²
Male / Female67% / 33%
Largest GroupWhite 55%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,068
Per Capita$15,670
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty15.7%
County GDP$2,785M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$130,500
Rent$841
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$185,060

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.3 in/yr
Elevation522 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.0%
High School+79.1%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute27 min
Libraries6

Is Badin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Badin receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Badin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Badin is $43,068, 43% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Badin is $130,500, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $841 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Badin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°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.

Badin has a population of 2,163 with a density of 1,195 people per square mile. The median age is 44.9 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (55.1%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 38% Black.

Population

2,163
Total Population
1,195
People / sq mi
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 67.4%
Female 32.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Badin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.2%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.8%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Badin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Badin is $43,068, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Badin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,068
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,670
Avg Weekly Wage$860
IRS Avg AGI$67,178

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.7%
27% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,703
County GDP$2,785M

Business (County)

Restaurants130
Healthcare162
Retail249
Manufacturing85

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,478
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.8 min
Work from Home7.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Badin is $130,500, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $841 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $185,060.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$130,500
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$185,060
Median List Price$349,750

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$349,750
$/Sq Ft$143
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio93.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$841
28% below 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-Occupied70.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,478
1% below US avg
Effective Rate2.67%
In Badin, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.1% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure39.5%
Asthma10.4%
COPD7.6%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.3%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death10,233/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access68.0%
Healthcare Facilities162

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Badin has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°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

41°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.3°F
12% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.3 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall0.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation522 ft (159 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density1,195/sq mi
Coordinates35.4072°N, 80.1183°W
County FIPS37167
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%
D 24.2%

Winner: Republican by 50.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.0%
73% below US avg
High School+79.1%
School Test Score5.46
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,195/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities162
Restaurants130
Retail Stores249

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.8 min
Work from Home7.5%

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