North Carolina · Metropolitan Area
Claremont is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 2,051. Residents earn $59,583 per year, which is 21% below the national average.
Based on current data, Claremont receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Claremont offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Claremont is $59,583, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in Claremont is $227,200, 19% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $928 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 585 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,974 per 100,000, near the national average.
25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Claremont enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 91.9% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 8.1% |
| 40% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $59,583 |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $36,448 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,072 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $74,807 |
| Unemployment | 1.9% |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.7% |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 5,206 |
| County GDP | $12,403M |
| Restaurants | 375 |
| Healthcare | 434 |
| Retail | 688 |
| Manufacturing | 358 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,232 |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.86% |
| Commute Time | 21.3 min |
| Work from Home | 4.2% |
| Census Median | $227,200 |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $249,319 |
| Median List Price | $269,950 |
| Median List Price | $269,950 |
| $/Sq Ft | $132 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.2% |
| Price Drops | 16.7% |
| Inventory | 6 |
| Census Median Rent | $928 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
| Owner-Occupied | 59.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,232 |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.86% |
| Obesity | 36.9% |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.5% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.1% |
| Depression | 28.4% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 12.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 87.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.3% |
| Premature Death | 11,084/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 434 |
| Total Violent | 584.8/100K |
| 54% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 146.2/100K |
| Assault | 438.6/100K |
| Total Property | 1,973.7/100K |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 511.7/100K |
| Theft | 1,242.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 219.3/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 31 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 60.2°F |
| 11% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 46.6 inches |
| 23% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 933 ft (284 m) |
| Area | 2.9 sq mi (7.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 700/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.7094°N, 81.1547°W |
| County FIPS | 37035 |
Winner: Republican by 38 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 25.9% |
| 23% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.46 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 700/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.9 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 10 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 434 |
| Restaurants | 375 |
| Retail Stores | 688 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 31 |
| Avg Commute | 21.3 min |
| Work from Home | 4.2% |