Deep Run, NC

North Carolina

Deep Run is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 548. Residents earn $46,913 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
548 Population 193/sq mi density
$46,913 Median Income $33,125 per capita
$65,900 Home Value $149,342 Zillow
$760 Median Rent 32.8% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$46,913 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$65,900 home value, $760/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,913
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $65,900
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.8%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $760
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.7%
14% lower than US avg

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

People

Population548
Median Age65.2 yrs
Density193/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans13.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,913
Per Capita$33,125
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.7%
County GDP$3,627M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$65,900
Rent$760
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$149,342
Rent Burden32.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain53.0 in/yr
Elevation108 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.8%
High School+83.6%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 46%
Commute17 min
Broadband77.6%
Libraries4

Is Deep Run a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Deep Run receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Deep Run offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Deep Run is $46,913, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Deep Run is $65,900, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $760 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Deep Run enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Deep Run has a population of 548 with a density of 193 people per square mile. The median age is 65.2 years, 68% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.9%), with 2.4% Black.

Population

548
Total Population
193
People / sq mi
65.2yrs
Median Age
68% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Deep Run vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Deep Run vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Deep Run is $46,913, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Deep Run vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,913
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,125
Avg Weekly Wage$963
IRS Avg AGI$55,120

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.7%
14% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,412
County GDP$3,627M

Business (County)

Restaurants98
Healthcare176
Retail221
Manufacturing45

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,312
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.4 min
Drive Alone93.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Deep Run is $65,900, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $760 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $149,342.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$65,900
77% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$149,342
Median List Price$283,300

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$283,300
$/Sq Ft$128
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$760
35% below US avg
Rent Burden32.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,312
5% below US avg
Effective Rate5.03%
In Deep Run, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.6% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Deep Run vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure35.4%
Asthma10.9%
COPD8.1%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death14,785/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access78.1%
Healthcare Facilities176

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Deep Run has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.0 inches
40% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.4 km²)
Population Density193/sq mi
Coordinates35.1414°N, 77.7162°W
County FIPS37107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 6.8-point margin. 77.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53%
D 46.2%

Winner: Republican by 6.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.8%
71% below US avg
High School+83.6%
School Test Score5.46
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density193/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.6%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities176
Restaurants98
Retail Stores221

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.4 min
Drive Alone93.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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