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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 84.3% |
| 7% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 15.7% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $53,750 |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $26,547 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,477 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $117,835 |
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 5.0% |
| 60% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 50,997 |
| County GDP | $128,428M |
| Restaurants | 2,765 |
| Healthcare | 3,559 |
| Retail | 3,595 |
| Manufacturing | 605 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,347 |
| 53% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.52% |
| Commute Time | 23.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 52.1% |
| Public Transit | 1.7% |
| Work from Home | 12.8% |
| Census Median | $212,500 |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $242,501 |
| Census Median Rent | $859 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 30.9% |
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
| Owner-Occupied | 58.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,347 |
| 53% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.52% |
| Obesity | 41.4% |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.0% |
| Asthma | 12.4% |
| COPD | 8.4% |
| Stroke | 4.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.8% |
| Depression | 27.6% |
| Mental Distress | 20.5% |
| Physical Distress | 14.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.4% |
| Premature Death | 5,322/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3,559 |
| Total Violent | 561.8/100K |
| 48% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 561.8/100K |
| Total Property | 8,427.0/100K |
| 330% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,123.6/100K |
| Theft | 7,303.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 60.7°F |
| 12% above US avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 49.9 inches |
| 31% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 281 ft (86 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 767/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.9591°N, 78.2519°W |
| County FIPS | 37183 |
Winner: Democrat by 25.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 15.8% |
| 53% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 77.4% |
| School Test Score | 5.46 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 767/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.6 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 74.1% |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 23 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3,559 |
| Restaurants | 2,765 |
| Retail Stores | 3,595 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 23.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 52.1% |
| Public Transit | 1.7% |
| Work from Home | 12.8% |