Barker Ten Mile, NC

North Carolina

Barker Ten Mile is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 976. Residents earn $77,841 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
976 Population 428/sq mi density
$77,841 Median Income $43,677 per capita
$153,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$77,841 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$153,200 home value
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,841
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $153,200
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.4%
20% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.4%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

How Barker Ten Mile Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population976
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density428/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 44%

Economy

A+
Median Income$77,841
Per Capita$43,677
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$1,864M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$153,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain53.3 in/yr
Elevation140 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.4%
High School+97.9%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 40%
Commute25 min
Libraries4

Is Barker Ten Mile a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Barker Ten Mile receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Barker Ten Mile stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Barker Ten Mile is $77,841, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Barker Ten Mile is $153,200, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Barker Ten Mile 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 53.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Barker Ten Mile has a population of 976 with a density of 428 people per square mile. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (44%), with 26.8% Hispanic, 18.6% Black.

Population

976
Total Population
428
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Barker Ten Mile vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Barker Ten Mile vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barker Ten Mile is $77,841, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Barker Ten Mile vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,841
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,677
Avg Weekly Wage$931
IRS Avg AGI$52,588

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)677
County GDP$1,864M

Business (County)

Restaurants54
Healthcare42
Retail99
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,744
7% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Drive Alone96.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Barker Ten Mile is $153,200, 46% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$153,200
46% 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-Occupied92.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,744
7% above US avg
Effective Rate2.44%
In Barker Ten Mile, 41.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Barker Ten Mile vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.4%
29% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure36.7%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.4%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.8%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.6%
Checkup Rate80.1%
Premature Death16,588/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access46.7%
Healthcare Facilities42

Crime Rates: Barker Ten Mile vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Barker Ten Mile 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 53.3 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 Rainfall53.3 inches
40% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation140 ft (43 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density428/sq mi
Coordinates34.6825°N, 78.9888°W
County FIPS37017
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 40.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.9%
D 39.5%

Winner: Republican by 20.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.4%
20% above US avg
High School+97.9%
School Test Score5.46
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density428/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants54
Retail Stores99

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Drive Alone96.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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