Calypso, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Calypso is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 441. Residents earn $43,906 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
441 Population 441/sq mi density
$43,906 Median Income $25,434 per capita
$99,400 Home Value
$805 Median Rent 21.2% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$43,906 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$99,400 home value, $805/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,906
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $99,400
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.5%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $805
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.9%
4% lower than US avg

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

People

Population441
Median Age28.7 yrs
Density441/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 54%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,906
Per Capita$25,434
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$6,769M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$99,400
Rent$805
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden21.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain52.0 in/yr
Elevation162 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.5%
High School+80.1%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute23 min
Broadband61.6%
Libraries3

Is Calypso a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Calypso receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Calypso offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Calypso is $43,906, 42% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Calypso is $99,400, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $805 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Calypso enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Calypso has a population of 441 with a density of 441 people per square mile. The median age is 28.7 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (53.5%), with 4.5% Hispanic, 29% Black.

Population

441
Total Population
441
People / sq mi
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Calypso vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.5%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.5%
44% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Calypso vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Calypso is $43,906, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Calypso vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,906
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,434
Avg Weekly Wage$944
IRS Avg AGI$56,445

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.9%
4% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,557
County GDP$6,769M

Business (County)

Restaurants224
Healthcare252
Retail454
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,371
4% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.8 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Calypso is $99,400, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $805 (31% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$99,400
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$805
31% below US avg
Rent Burden21.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied48.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,371
4% below US avg
Effective Rate3.39%
In Calypso, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 30.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes13.3%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure37.4%
Asthma11.3%
COPD8.4%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.8%
Physical Inactivity30.5%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate63.9%
Checkup Rate77.1%
Premature Death11,854/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access86.2%
Healthcare Facilities252

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Safety Score

Calypso has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.2°F
10% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.0 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall2.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation162 ft (49 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density441/sq mi
Coordinates35.1546°N, 78.1044°W
County FIPS37191
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.4-point margin. 61.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.8%
D 41.4%

Winner: Republican by 16.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.5%
54% below US avg
High School+80.1%
School Test Score5.46
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density441/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access61.6%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities252
Restaurants224
Retail Stores454

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.8 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.5%

Nearby Cities

Compare Calypso with another city: