Bethania, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Bethania is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 362. Residents earn $77,500 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
362 Population 532/sq mi density
$77,500 Median Income $40,563 per capita
$251,700 Home Value $282,950 Zillow
$1,578 Median Rent 33.6% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$77,500 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$251,700 home value, $1,578/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,500
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $251,700
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.0%
11% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,578
36% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.0%
68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population362
Median Age58.1 yrs
Density532/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Veterans20.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$77,500
Per Capita$40,563
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$34,373M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$251,700
Rent$1,578
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$282,950
Rent Burden33.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.3 in/yr
Elevation862 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.0%
High School+88.2%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 56%
Commute30 min
Broadband95.7%
Libraries11

Is Bethania a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bethania receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Bethania stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bethania is $77,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bethania is $251,700, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,578 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

30.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Bethania enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Bethania has a population of 362 with a density of 532 people per square mile. The median age is 58.1 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.4%), with 4.4% Hispanic, 19.9% Black.

Population

362
Total Population
532
People / sq mi
58.1yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.7%
Female 45.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Bethania vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.0%
15% above US avg
Spanish10.0%
25% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bethania vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bethania is $77,500, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Bethania vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,500
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,563
Avg Weekly Wage$1,274
IRS Avg AGI$79,492

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% below US avg
Establishments (County)11,366
County GDP$34,373M

Business (County)

Restaurants868
Healthcare951
Retail1,353
Manufacturing295

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,117
46% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.8 min
Drive Alone70.9%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home17.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Bethania is $251,700, 11% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,578 (36% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $282,950.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$251,700
11% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$282,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,578
36% above US avg
Rent Burden33.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$932
1 Bedroom$981
2 Bedrooms$1,161
3 Bedrooms$1,499
4 Bedrooms$1,780

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,117
46% above US avg
Effective Rate2.03%
In Bethania, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity22.3%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.6%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death9,571/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access80.8%
Healthcare Facilities951

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)40

Safety Score

Bethania has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.7°F
7% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.3 inches
24% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation862 ft (263 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density532/sq mi
Coordinates36.1798°N, 80.3349°W
County FIPS37067
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 30.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.2-point margin. 95.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.8%
D 56%

Winner: Democrat by 13.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.0%
11% below US avg
High School+88.2%
School Test Score5.46
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density532/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities951
Restaurants868
Retail Stores1,353

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)40

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.8 min
Drive Alone70.9%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home17.3%

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