North Carolina · Metropolitan Area
Bailey is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 504. Residents earn $48,929 per year, which is 35% below the national average.
Based on current data, Bailey receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Bailey offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Bailey is $48,929, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. The poverty rate of 29.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Bailey is $124,200, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $873 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Bailey is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,903 per 100,000, 252% above the national average.
12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Bailey 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.
| English Only | 80.4% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 19.6% |
| 46% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $48,929 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $22,913 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,064 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $73,009 |
| Unemployment | 1.9% |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 29.3% |
| 136% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 5,104 |
| County GDP | $11,573M |
| Restaurants | 352 |
| Healthcare | 353 |
| Retail | 575 |
| Manufacturing | 117 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,488 |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.81% |
| Commute Time | 27.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 85.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 11.3% |
| Census Median | $124,200 |
| 56% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $275,477 |
| Census Median Rent | $873 |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 17.9% |
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
| Owner-Occupied | 54.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,488 |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.81% |
| Obesity | 34.6% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.7% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.1% |
| Depression | 25.3% |
| Mental Distress | 18.0% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 81.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.6% |
| Premature Death | 8,163/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 96.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 353 |
| Total Violent | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 6,902.7/100K |
| 252% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,062.0/100K |
| Theft | 5,663.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 177.0/100K |
| Arson | 177.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 35 |
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 60.7°F |
| 12% above US avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 49.9 inches |
| 31% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 250 ft (76 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 720/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.7806°N, 78.1129°W |
| County FIPS | 37101 |
Winner: Republican by 21.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 12.4% |
| 63% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 76.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.46 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 720/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.7 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 353 |
| Restaurants | 352 |
| Retail Stores | 575 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 35 |
| Avg Commute | 27.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 85.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 11.3% |