Connelly Springs, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Connelly Springs is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 2,342. Residents earn $66,643 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
2,342 Population 469/sq mi density
$66,643 Median Income $35,134 per capita
$178,800 Home Value
$819 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$66,643 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$178,800 home value, $819/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,643
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $178,800
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.2%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $819
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,342
Median Age37.4 yrs
Density469/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,643
Per Capita$35,134
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$3,724M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$178,800
Rent$819
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Elevation1,262 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.2%
High School+88.9%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute22 min
Libraries3

Is Connelly Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Connelly Springs receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Connelly Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Connelly Springs is $66,643, 11% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.0% 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 Connelly Springs is $178,800, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $819 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Connelly Springs 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.

Connelly Springs has a population of 2,342 with a density of 469 people per square mile. The median age is 37.4 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.6%), with 6.4% Black.

Population

2,342
Total Population
469
People / sq mi
37.4yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
5.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Connelly Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Connelly Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Connelly Springs is $66,643, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Connelly Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,643
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,134
Avg Weekly Wage$942
IRS Avg AGI$59,014

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,725
County GDP$3,724M

Business (County)

Restaurants158
Healthcare177
Retail253
Manufacturing111

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,828
9% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Connelly Springs is $178,800, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $819 (30% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$178,800
37% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$175
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio96.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$819
30% 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-Occupied63.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,828
9% above US avg
Effective Rate2.14%
In Connelly Springs, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Connelly Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.0%
9% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.6%
Checkup Rate76.9%
Premature Death11,521/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access59.5%
Healthcare Facilities177

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Connelly Springs 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

Elevation1,262 ft (385 m)
Area5.0 sq mi (12.9 km²)
Population Density469/sq mi
Coordinates35.7550°N, 81.4970°W
County FIPS37023
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.3%
D 29%

Winner: Republican by 41.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.2%
46% below US avg
High School+88.9%
School Test Score5.46
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density469/sq mi
Total Area5.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities177
Restaurants158
Retail Stores253

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Work from Home6.7%

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