Median Income
$52,458
30% lower than US avg
Home Value
$370,500
31% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
66.0%
96% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$1,176
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.8%
19% higher than US avg
How Buies Creek Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,613
Median Age22.2 yrs
Density1,192/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Economy
B+
Median Income$52,458
Per Capita$20,793
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty14.8%
County GDP$3,965M
Commute25 min
Housing
C+
Home Value$370,500
Rent$1,176
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease6.7%
Climate
Avg Temp60°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.6 in/yr
Elevation177 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+66.0%
High School+90.5%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute25 min
Libraries7
Is Buies Creek a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Buies Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Buies Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Buies Creek is $52,458, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. 14.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Buies Creek is $370,500, 31% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,176 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Education
Buies Creek is a highly educated community — 66.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Buies Creek enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Buies Creek has a population of 3,613 with a density of 1,192 people per square mile. The median age is 22.2 years, 43% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.1%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 5.9% Black.
Population
22.2yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Buies Creek vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.7% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.3% |
| 53% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Buies Creek vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Buies Creek is $52,458, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income: Buies Creek vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $52,458 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $20,793 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $903 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,247 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.7% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.8% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,384 |
| County GDP | $3,965M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 178 |
| Healthcare | 190 |
| Retail | 297 |
| Manufacturing | 66 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,367 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.91% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.1 min |
| Work from Home | 5.9% |
The median home value in Buies Creek is $370,500, 31% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,176 (1% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $370,500 |
| 31% above US avg |
| Median List Price | $447,030 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $447,030 |
| $/Sq Ft | $156 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.0% |
| Price Drops | 7.1% |
| Inventory | 14 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,176 |
| 1% 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,367 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.91% |
In Buies Creek, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.5% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Buies Creek vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.3% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.0% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 8.2% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.4% |
| Depression | 28.5% |
| Mental Distress | 19.1% |
| Physical Distress | 13.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.7% |
| Premature Death | 10,064/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 69.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 190 |
Crime Rates: Buies Creek vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
Safety Score
Buies Creek has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 60.4°F |
| 12% above US avg |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 46.6 inches |
| 23% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 177 ft (54 m) |
| Area | 3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,192/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.4079°N, 78.7432°W |
| County FIPS | 37085 |