Median Income
$107,292
43% higher than US avg
Home Value
$222,500
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.2%
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Crossnore Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population129
Median Age19.1 yrs
Density287/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Veterans65.0%
Economy
A+
Median Income$107,292
Per Capita$17,395
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$890M
Commute10 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$222,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity36.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain64.8 in/yr
Elevation3,358 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.2%
High School+92.3%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute10 min
Broadband21.0%
Libraries1
Is Crossnore a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Crossnore receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Crossnore stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Crossnore is $107,292, which is significantly higher than the national average — 43% above $75,149. This places Crossnore among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Crossnore is $222,500, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Crossnore experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 64.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Crossnore has a population of 129 with a density of 287 people per square mile. The median age is 19.1 years, 51% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.4%), with 26.4% Black.
Population
19.1yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Crossnore vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.1% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.9% |
| 78% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Crossnore vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Crossnore is $107,292, which is 43% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes.
Income: Crossnore vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $107,292 |
| 43% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $17,395 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $855 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,291 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 698 |
| County GDP | $890M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 63 |
| Healthcare | 41 |
| Retail | 79 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,227 |
| 21% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.90% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 10.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Crossnore is $222,500, 21% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $222,500 |
| 21% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,227 |
| 21% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.90% |
In Crossnore, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.2% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Crossnore vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.5% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.2% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.7% |
| Depression | 25.2% |
| Mental Distress | 18.0% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.5% |
| Premature Death | 9,111/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 100.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 41 |
Crime Rates: Crossnore vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Crossnore has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 64.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
65°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 47.5°F |
| 12% below US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 64.8 inches |
| 70% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,358 ft (1,024 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 287/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.0222°N, 81.9308°W |
| County FIPS | 37011 |