Bunn, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Bunn is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 468. Residents earn $53,750 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
468 Population 767/sq mi density
$53,750 Median Income $26,547 per capita
$212,500 Home Value $242,501 Zillow
$859 Median Rent 30.9% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature
562 Violent Crime/100K 8,427 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$53,750 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$212,500 home value, $859/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
562 violent crimes/100K (48% above avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,750
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $212,500
25% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 562/100K
48% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.8%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $859
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.4%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population468
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density767/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 50%
Veterans6.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$53,750
Per Capita$26,547
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$128,428M
Commute23 min

Housing

A
Home Value$212,500
Rent$859
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$242,501
Rent Burden30.9%

Crime

F
Violent562/100K
Property8,427/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault562/100K
Burglary1,124/100K

Health

Obesity41.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain49.9 in/yr
Elevation281 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.8%
High School+77.4%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 36% / D 62%
Commute23 min
Broadband74.1%
Libraries23

Is Bunn a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bunn is $53,750, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 5.0% 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 Bunn is $212,500, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $859 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 562 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 8,427 per 100,000, 330% above the national average.

Education

15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Bunn enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Bunn has a population of 468 with a density of 767 people per square mile. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (50%), with 24.1% Black.

Population

468
Total Population
767
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Bunn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.3%
7% above US avg
Spanish15.7%
17% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bunn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bunn is $53,750, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Bunn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,750
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,547
Avg Weekly Wage$1,477
IRS Avg AGI$117,835

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)50,997
County GDP$128,428M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,765
Healthcare3,559
Retail3,595
Manufacturing605

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,347
53% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.0 min
Drive Alone52.1%
Public Transit1.7%
Work from Home12.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Bunn is $212,500, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $859 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $242,501.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$212,500
25% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$242,501

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$859
26% below US avg
Rent Burden30.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,347
53% above US avg
Effective Rate2.52%
In Bunn, 41.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.6% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.4%
29% above US avg
Diabetes12.5%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure37.0%
Asthma12.4%
COPD8.4%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.4%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.3%
Checkup Rate78.4%
Premature Death5,322/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access98.6%
Healthcare Facilities3,559
Bunn has a violent crime rate of 562 per 100,000 residents, 48% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 8,427 per 100,000 (330% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent561.8/100K
48% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault561.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property8,427.0/100K
330% above US avg
Burglary1,123.6/100K
Theft7,303.4/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Bunn has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.7°F
12% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.9 inches
31% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation281 ft (86 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density767/sq mi
Coordinates35.9591°N, 78.2519°W
County FIPS37183
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 25.5-point margin. 74.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 36.4%
D 61.9%

Winner: Democrat by 25.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.8%
53% below US avg
High School+77.4%
School Test Score5.46
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density767/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.1%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries23
Healthcare Facilities3,559
Restaurants2,765
Retail Stores3,595

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.0 min
Drive Alone52.1%
Public Transit1.7%
Work from Home12.8%

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