Clyde, NC

North Carolina

Clyde is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 1,522. Residents earn $59,315 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,522 Population 1,749/sq mi density
$59,315 Median Income $31,049 per capita
$194,600 Home Value $325,769 Zillow
$936 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$59,315 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$194,600 home value, $936/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,315
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $194,600
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.9%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $936
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.9%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.4%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,522
Median Age46.6 yrs
Density1,749/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

A
Median Income$59,315
Per Capita$31,049
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty4.4%
County GDP$2,601M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$194,600
Rent$936
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$325,769

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.0 in/yr
Elevation2,538 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.9%
High School+92.4%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute22 min
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Clyde a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clyde receives an overall livability score of 3.9 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 below-average incomes. Clyde offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clyde is $59,315, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 4.4% 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 Clyde is $194,600, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $936 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Clyde experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches, including 10.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Clyde has a population of 1,522 with a density of 1,749 people per square mile. The median age is 46.6 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.3%), with 2.2% Hispanic.

Population

1,522
Total Population
1,749
People / sq mi
46.6yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Clyde vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.3%
4% above US avg
Spanish18.7%
40% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Clyde vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clyde is $59,315, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Clyde vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,315
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,049
Avg Weekly Wage$889
IRS Avg AGI$64,408

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.4%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,983
County GDP$2,601M

Business (County)

Restaurants182
Healthcare148
Retail243
Manufacturing40

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,697
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Work from Home1.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Clyde is $194,600, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $936 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $325,769.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$194,600
31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$325,769

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$300
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio95.3%
Price Drops36.4%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$936
20% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,697
6% above US avg
Effective Rate1.90%
In Clyde, 31.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 28.1% report depression. 19.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.9%
1% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity19.8%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.1%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death10,920/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access72.4%
Healthcare Facilities148

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Clyde has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.0 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall10.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,538 ft (774 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density1,749/sq mi
Coordinates35.5331°N, 82.9108°W
County FIPS37087
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 25.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.9%
44% below US avg
High School+92.4%
School Test Score5.46
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,749/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities148
Restaurants182
Retail Stores243

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Work from Home1.8%

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