Casar, NC

North Carolina

Casar is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 384. Residents earn $59,861 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
384 Population 219/sq mi density
$59,861 Median Income $33,714 per capita
$122,500 Home Value $153,376 Zillow
$725 Median Rent 21.8% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$59,861 median income, 12.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$122,500 home value, $725/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,861
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $122,500
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.6%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 12.9%
258% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.2%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population384
Median Age37.7 yrs
Density219/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans4.2%

Economy

C+
Median Income$59,861
Per Capita$33,714
Unemployment12.9%
Poverty11.2%
County GDP$6,025M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,500
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$153,376
Rent Burden21.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.9%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.5 in/yr
Elevation1,142 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.6%
High School+89.0%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute31 min
Broadband65.5%
Libraries3

Is Casar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Casar receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Casar offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Casar is $59,861, 20% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.9%, unemployment is notably high. 11.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Casar is $122,500, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Casar enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Casar has a population of 384 with a density of 219 people per square mile. The median age is 37.7 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%), with 3.1% Hispanic.

Population

384
Total Population
219
People / sq mi
37.7yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.7%
Female 45.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Casar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Casar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Casar is $59,861, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Casar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,861
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,714
Avg Weekly Wage$1,034
IRS Avg AGI$58,314

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.9%
258% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.2%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,287
County GDP$6,025M

Business (County)

Restaurants181
Healthcare226
Retail388
Manufacturing106

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,265
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.4 min
Drive Alone93.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Casar is $122,500, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $153,376.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,500
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$153,376

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden21.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,265
7% below US avg
Effective Rate2.67%
In Casar, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.9% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression28.9%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.4%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death12,476/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access64.3%
Healthcare Facilities226

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Safety Score

Casar has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.9°F
7% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.5 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall4.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,142 ft (348 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density219/sq mi
Coordinates35.5127°N, 81.6168°W
County FIPS37045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35-point margin. 65.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.2%
D 32.2%

Winner: Republican by 35 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.6%
42% below US avg
High School+89.0%
School Test Score5.46
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density219/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.5%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities226
Restaurants181
Retail Stores388

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.4 min
Drive Alone93.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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