Bonnetsville, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Bonnetsville is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 1,368. Residents earn $41,217 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,368 Population 413/sq mi density
$41,217 Median Income $10,930 per capita
$89,300 Home Value
$866 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$41,217 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$89,300 home value, $866/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,217
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $89,300
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.7%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $866
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.7%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 41.2%
232% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,368
Median Age13.9 yrs
Density413/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 79%

Economy

C+
Median Income$41,217
Per Capita$10,930
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty41.2%
County GDP$24,445M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$89,300
Rent$866
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Elevation162 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.7%
High School+69.9%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 56%
Commute17 min
Libraries8

Is Bonnetsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bonnetsville receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bonnetsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bonnetsville is $41,217, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 41.2% 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 Bonnetsville is $89,300, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $866 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Bonnetsville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Bonnetsville has a population of 1,368 with a density of 413 people per square mile. The median age is 13.9 years, 64% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.9%), with 7.7% Hispanic, 3% Black.

Population

1,368
Total Population
413
People / sq mi
13.9yrs
Median Age
64% below US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bonnetsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.0%
4% above US avg
Spanish18.0%
34% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bonnetsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bonnetsville is $41,217, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 41.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Bonnetsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,217
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$10,930
Avg Weekly Wage$1,073
IRS Avg AGI$58,191

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate41.2%
232% above US avg
Establishments (County)7,402
County GDP$24,445M

Business (County)

Restaurants758
Healthcare805
Retail1,077
Manufacturing95

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,018
15% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bonnetsville is $89,300, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $866 (26% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$89,300
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$866
26% below US avg
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-Occupied36.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,018
15% above US avg
Effective Rate4.50%
In Bonnetsville, 43.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.7% report depression. 33.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.7%
36% above US avg
Diabetes15.0%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure38.0%
Asthma10.8%
COPD8.0%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.2%
Physical Inactivity33.6%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.2%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death12,884/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access87.1%
Healthcare Facilities805

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)40

Safety Score

Bonnetsville has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall1.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation162 ft (49 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.6 km²)
Population Density413/sq mi
Coordinates35.0057°N, 78.4019°W
County FIPS37051
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.7%
D 56.1%

Winner: Democrat by 13.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.7%
83% below US avg
High School+69.9%
School Test Score5.46
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density413/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities805
Restaurants758
Retail Stores1,077

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)40

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

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