Bayboro, NC

North Carolina

Bayboro is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 1,282. Residents earn $28,125 per year, which is 63% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,282 Population 689/sq mi density
$28,125 Median Income $13,602 per capita
$133,400 Home Value $144,680 Zillow
$971 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$28,125 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$133,400 home value, $971/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,125
63% lower than US avg
Home Value $133,400
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.7%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $971
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.1%
30% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,282
Median Age45.4 yrs
Density689/mi²
Male / Female74% / 26%
Largest GroupWhite 37%

Economy

B
Median Income$28,125
Per Capita$13,602
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty16.1%
County GDP$378M
Commute17 min

Housing

A
Home Value$133,400
Rent$971
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$144,680

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain58.8 in/yr
Elevation8 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.7%
High School+88.7%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute17 min
Libraries1

Is Bayboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bayboro receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bayboro has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bayboro is $28,125, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. The poverty rate of 16.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bayboro is $133,400, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $971 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Bayboro enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Bayboro has a population of 1,282 with a density of 689 people per square mile. The median age is 45.4 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (54.4%), with 37.1% White, 5.9% Hispanic.

Population

1,282
Total Population
689
People / sq mi
45.4yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 74.2%
Female 25.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Bayboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.4%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.6%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bayboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bayboro is $28,125, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Bayboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,125
63% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,602
Avg Weekly Wage$712
IRS Avg AGI$67,772

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.1%
30% above US avg
Establishments (County)348
County GDP$378M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare22
Retail44
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,604
3% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.5 min
Work from Home0.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Bayboro is $133,400, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $971 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $144,680.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$133,400
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$144,680

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$971
17% 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-Occupied70.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,604
3% above US avg
Effective Rate2.70%
In Bayboro, 42.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.1% report depression. 29.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.0%
31% above US avg
Diabetes14.7%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure43.2%
Asthma10.3%
COPD8.2%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity29.8%
Depression21.1%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.4%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death13,808/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access76.2%
Healthcare Facilities22

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Bayboro has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.8°F
14% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.8 inches
55% above US avg
Snowfall1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation8 ft (2 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density689/sq mi
Coordinates35.1493°N, 76.7694°W
County FIPS37137
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.7%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 32.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.7%
86% below US avg
High School+88.7%
School Test Score5.46
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density689/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants29
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.5 min
Work from Home0.4%

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