Bogue, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Bogue is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 800. Residents earn $88,043 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
800 Population 291/sq mi density
$88,043 Median Income $37,704 per capita
$251,200 Home Value $396,685 Zillow
$1,446 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$88,043 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$251,200 home value, $1,446/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,043
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $251,200
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.4%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,446
24% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.2%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population800
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density291/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A+
Median Income$88,043
Per Capita$37,704
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$12,502M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$251,200
Rent$1,446
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$396,685

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain60.3 in/yr
Elevation18 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.4%
High School+94.1%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute23 min
Libraries4

Is Bogue a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bogue receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Bogue stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bogue is $88,043, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bogue is $251,200, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,446 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Bogue enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Bogue has a population of 800 with a density of 291 people per square mile. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.9%), with 2.9% Hispanic.

Population

800
Total Population
291
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Bogue vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.2%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.8%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bogue vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bogue is $88,043, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Bogue vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,043
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,704
Avg Weekly Wage$902
IRS Avg AGI$58,912

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,377
County GDP$12,502M

Business (County)

Restaurants418
Healthcare300
Retail570
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,811
9% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.1 min
Work from Home7.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Bogue is $251,200, 11% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,446 (24% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $396,685.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$251,200
11% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$396,685

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$222
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio95.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,446
24% 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-Occupied78.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,811
9% above US avg
Effective Rate1.52%
In Bogue, 31.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 16.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.2%
3% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma10.2%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity16.6%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress10.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.8%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death10,505/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access56.4%
Healthcare Facilities300

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Safety Score

Bogue has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.3 inches
59% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation18 ft (5 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.1 km²)
Population Density291/sq mi
Coordinates34.6917°N, 77.0285°W
County FIPS37133
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.5%
D 31.5%

Winner: Republican by 35.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.4%
39% below US avg
High School+94.1%
School Test Score5.46
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density291/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities300
Restaurants418
Retail Stores570

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.1 min
Work from Home7.2%

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