Bolivia, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Bolivia is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 225. Residents earn $71,000 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
225 Population 352/sq mi density
$71,000 Median Income $25,196 per capita
$286,800 Home Value
$1,150 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$71,000 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$286,800 home value, $1,150/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
53.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,000
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $286,800
2% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 53.1%
58% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,150
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
53% lower than US avg

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

People

Population225
Median Age34.4 yrs
Density352/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$71,000
Per Capita$25,196
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$8,081M
Commute26 min

Housing

A
Home Value$286,800
Rent$1,150
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.7%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI40 (Good)
Elevation41 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+53.1%
High School+91.3%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute26 min
Broadband72.0%
Libraries5

Is Bolivia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bolivia receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Bolivia stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bolivia is $71,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bolivia is $286,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,150 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Bolivia is a highly educated community — 53.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Bolivia enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Bolivia has a population of 225 with a density of 352 people per square mile. The median age is 34.4 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.4%), with 2.2% Black.

Population

225
Total Population
352
People / sq mi
34.4yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Bolivia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.8%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.2%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bolivia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bolivia is $71,000, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Bolivia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,000
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,196
Avg Weekly Wage$994
IRS Avg AGI$84,518

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
53% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,448
County GDP$8,081M

Business (County)

Restaurants347
Healthcare248
Retail491
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,085
17% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Drive Alone65.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Bolivia is $286,800, 2% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,150 (1% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$286,800
2% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$155
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio90.1%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,150
1% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,899
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,085
17% above US avg
Effective Rate1.42%
In Bolivia, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.7% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma11.7%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity22.5%
Depression29.7%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate66.5%
Checkup Rate78.1%
Premature Death10,048/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access76.8%
Healthcare Facilities248

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Safety Score

Bolivia has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.7°F
16% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation41 ft (12 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density352/sq mi
Coordinates34.0699°N, 78.1474°W
County FIPS37019
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 53.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.9-point margin. 72.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62%
D 37.2%

Winner: Republican by 24.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+53.1%
58% above US avg
High School+91.3%
School Test Score5.46
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density352/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.0%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities248
Restaurants347
Retail Stores491

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Drive Alone65.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.6%

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