Cape Colony, NC

North Carolina

Cape Colony is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 470. Residents earn $73,438 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
470 Population 465/sq mi density
$73,438 Median Income $40,357 per capita
$178,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$73,438 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$178,300 home value
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,438
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $178,300
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.0%
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.1%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.9%
36% higher than US avg

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

People

Population470
Median Age52.2 yrs
Density465/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans14.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$73,438
Per Capita$40,357
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty16.9%
County GDP$723M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$178,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Elevation12 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.0%
High School+93.3%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute15 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries1

Is Cape Colony a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cape Colony receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Cape Colony stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cape Colony is $73,438, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 16.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cape Colony is $178,300, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Cape Colony enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Cape Colony has a population of 470 with a density of 465 people per square mile. The median age is 52.2 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.9%).

Population

470
Total Population
465
People / sq mi
52.2yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Cape Colony vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cape Colony vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cape Colony is $73,438, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Cape Colony vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,438
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,357
Avg Weekly Wage$947
IRS Avg AGI$68,504

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.9%
36% above US avg
Establishments (County)433
County GDP$723M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare62
Retail55
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,041
15% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.6 min
Drive Alone78.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Cape Colony is $178,300, 37% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$178,300
37% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,041
15% above US avg
Effective Rate2.27%
In Cape Colony, 34.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 18.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cape Colony vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.1%
6% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity18.3%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress10.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death10,588/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access56.4%
Healthcare Facilities62

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Cape Colony has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°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) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall2.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation12 ft (4 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density465/sq mi
Coordinates36.0196°N, 76.5828°W
County FIPS37041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.5-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.9%
D 38.4%

Winner: Republican by 22.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.0%
26% below US avg
High School+93.3%
School Test Score5.46
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density465/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities62
Restaurants31
Retail Stores55

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.6 min
Drive Alone78.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.1%

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