Cedar Rock, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Cedar Rock is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 333. Residents earn $79,583 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
333 Population 292/sq mi density
$79,583 Median Income $57,786 per capita
$395,500 Home Value $473,410 Zillow
$1,156 Median Rent 43.8% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$79,583 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$395,500 home value, $1,156/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,583
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $395,500
40% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.8%
18% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,156
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.0%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population333
Median Age52.1 yrs
Density292/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A+
Median Income$79,583
Per Capita$57,786
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$3,308M
Commute22 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$395,500
Rent$1,156
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$473,410
Rent Burden43.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Elevation1,172 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.8%
High School+95.2%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute22 min
Libraries3

Is Cedar Rock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cedar Rock receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Cedar Rock stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cedar Rock is $79,583, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cedar Rock is $395,500, 40% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,156 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Cedar Rock enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Cedar Rock has a population of 333 with a density of 292 people per square mile. The median age is 52.1 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91%).

Population

333
Total Population
292
People / sq mi
52.1yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.3%
Female 44.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Cedar Rock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cedar Rock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cedar Rock is $79,583, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Cedar Rock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,583
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$57,786
Avg Weekly Wage$973
IRS Avg AGI$59,168

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,594
County GDP$3,308M

Business (County)

Restaurants136
Healthcare146
Retail240
Manufacturing111

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,509
0% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Drive Alone93.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Cedar Rock is $395,500, 40% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,156 (1% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $473,410.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$395,500
40% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$473,410

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,156
1% below US avg
Rent Burden43.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,509
0% below US avg
Effective Rate0.89%
In Cedar Rock, 32.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 28.5% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cedar Rock vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.0%
0% below US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma11.3%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression28.5%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death12,863/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access79.8%
Healthcare Facilities146

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Safety Score

Cedar Rock has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average59.0°F
9% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.2 inches
24% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,172 ft (357 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density292/sq mi
Coordinates35.9435°N, 81.4584°W
County FIPS37027
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 39.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76%
D 23.4%

Winner: Republican by 52.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.8%
18% above US avg
High School+95.2%
School Test Score5.46
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density292/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities146
Restaurants136
Retail Stores240

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Drive Alone93.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

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