Cramerton, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Cramerton is a small city in North Carolina with a population of 5,376. Residents earn $94,390 per year, which is 26% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
5,376 Population 1,156/sq mi density
$94,390 Median Income $51,138 per capita
$322,900 Home Value $302,707 Zillow
$1,341 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
235 Violent Crime/100K 2,064 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$94,390 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$322,900 home value, $1,341/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
235 violent crimes/100K (38% below avg)
A+
Education
4.5 / 5.0
44.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,390
26% higher than US avg
Home Value $322,900
15% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 235/100K
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 44.3%
31% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,341
15% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.5%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,376
Median Age35.2 yrs
Density1,156/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

A+
Median Income$94,390
Per Capita$51,138
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$11,264M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$322,900
Rent$1,341
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$302,707

Crime

F
Violent235/100K
Property2,064/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault164/100K
Burglary469/100K

Health

Obesity32.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.0 in/yr
Elevation576 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.3%
High School+96.0%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute25 min
EV Stations1
Libraries10

Is Cramerton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cramerton receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Cramerton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cramerton is $94,390, 26% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cramerton is $322,900, 15% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,341 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Cramerton is below the national average at 235 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,064 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Cramerton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Cramerton has a population of 5,376 with a density of 1,156 people per square mile. The median age is 35.2 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82%), with 11.2% Black.

Population

5,376
Total Population
1,156
People / sq mi
35.2yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
4.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Cramerton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.3%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.7%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cramerton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cramerton is $94,390, which is 26% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Cramerton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,390
26% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,138
Avg Weekly Wage$1,043
IRS Avg AGI$69,245

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,635
County GDP$11,264M

Business (County)

Restaurants410
Healthcare553
Retail631
Manufacturing265

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,212
20% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Work from Home16.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Cramerton is $322,900, 15% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,341 (15% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $302,707.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$322,900
15% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$302,707
Median List Price$363,005

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$363,005
$/Sq Ft$218
Homes Sold12
Sale-to-List Ratio98.2%
Price Drops19.4%
Inventory31

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,341
15% above 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-Occupied68.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,212
20% above US avg
Effective Rate1.30%
In Cramerton, 32.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 20.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.5%
1% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity20.0%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.8%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death11,889/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access74.4%
Healthcare Facilities553
Cramerton has a violent crime rate of 235 per 100,000 residents, 38% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,064 per 100,000 (5% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent234.5/100K
38% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape46.9/100K
Robbery23.5/100K
Assault164.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,063.8/100K
5% above US avg
Burglary469.0/100K
Theft1,477.5/100K
Vehicle Theft117.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Cramerton has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.8°F
14% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.0 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall1.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation576 ft (176 m)
Area4.7 sq mi (12.0 km²)
Population Density1,156/sq mi
Coordinates35.2300°N, 81.0733°W
County FIPS37071
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 44.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.1%
D 37%

Winner: Republican by 25 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.3%
31% above US avg
High School+96.0%
School Test Score5.46
A+ Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,156/sq mi
Total Area4.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities553
Restaurants410
Retail Stores631

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Work from Home16.1%

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