Bayshore, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Bayshore is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 2,870. Residents earn $97,174 per year, which is 29% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,870 Population 1,216/sq mi density
$97,174 Median Income $55,940 per capita
$498,300 Home Value
$1,308 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$97,174 median income, 2.9% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$498,300 home value, $1,308/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
60.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $97,174
29% higher than US avg
Home Value $498,300
77% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 60.6%
80% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,308
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.3%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,870
Median Age41.9 yrs
Density1,216/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A+
Median Income$97,174
Per Capita$55,940
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$21,041M
Commute22 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$498,300
Rent$1,308
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain60.2 in/yr
Elevation28 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+60.6%
High School+99.0%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute22 min
Libraries4

Is Bayshore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bayshore receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Bayshore stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bayshore is $97,174, 29% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bayshore is $498,300, making it a premium housing market at 77% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,308 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Bayshore is a highly educated community — 60.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Bayshore enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Bayshore has a population of 2,870 with a density of 1,216 people per square mile. The median age is 41.9 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.6%).

Population

2,870
Total Population
1,216
People / sq mi
41.9yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bayshore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.9%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.1%
54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bayshore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bayshore is $97,174, which is 29% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Bayshore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$97,174
29% above US avg
Per Capita Income$55,940
Avg Weekly Wage$1,185
IRS Avg AGI$102,810

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)11,216
County GDP$21,041M

Business (County)

Restaurants821
Healthcare908
Retail1,119
Manufacturing204

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,918
41% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Work from Home19.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Bayshore is $498,300, 77% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,308 (12% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$498,300
77% above US avg
Median List Price$735,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$735,000
$/Sq Ft$247
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio100.8%
Price Drops36.4%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,308
12% above 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-Occupied84.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,918
41% above US avg
Effective Rate0.99%
In Bayshore, 28.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 15.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.3%
12% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity15.9%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress9.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Checkup Rate78.2%
Premature Death8,454/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access95.4%
Healthcare Facilities908

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Bayshore has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.4°F
19% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.2 inches
58% above US avg
Snowfall0.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation28 ft (9 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.1 km²)
Population Density1,216/sq mi
Coordinates34.2887°N, 77.8038°W
County FIPS37129
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 60.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.2%
D 49.8%

Winner: Democrat by 0.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+60.6%
80% above US avg
High School+99.0%
School Test Score5.46
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,216/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities908
Restaurants821
Retail Stores1,119

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Work from Home19.7%

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