Deercroft, NC

North Carolina

Deercroft is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 419. Residents earn $83,409 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
419 Population 325/sq mi density
$83,409 Median Income $42,646 per capita
$289,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$83,409 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$289,600 home value
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,409
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $289,600
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.2%
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population419
Median Age57.3 yrs
Density325/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Veterans14.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,409
Per Capita$42,646
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,560M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$289,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.2 in/yr
Elevation322 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.2%
High School+91.9%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 46%
Commute28 min
Broadband96.6%
Libraries2

Is Deercroft a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Deercroft 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, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Deercroft stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Deercroft is $83,409, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. 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 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Deercroft is $289,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Deercroft enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Deercroft has a population of 419 with a density of 325 people per square mile. The median age is 57.3 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.3%), with 11.5% Black.

Population

419
Total Population
325
People / sq mi
57.3yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.4%
Female 35.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Deercroft vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.2%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.8%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Deercroft vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Deercroft is $83,409, which is 11% 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 28 minutes.

Income: Deercroft vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,409
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,646
Avg Weekly Wage$962
IRS Avg AGI$48,542

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)706
County GDP$1,560M

Business (County)

Restaurants60
Healthcare109
Retail141
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,791
20% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.5 min
Drive Alone91.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Deercroft is $289,600, 3% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$289,600
3% above US avg
Median List Price$415,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$415,000
$/Sq Ft$157
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.6%
Price Drops21.1%
Inventory19

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

Owner-Occupied81.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,791
20% below US avg
Effective Rate0.96%
In Deercroft, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure35.1%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.8%
Checkup Rate76.1%
Premature Death16,835/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access64.2%
Healthcare Facilities109

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Deercroft has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.4°F
17% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.2 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation322 ft (98 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density325/sq mi
Coordinates34.9571°N, 79.4331°W
County FIPS37165
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 6.9-point margin. 96.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.2%
D 46.2%

Winner: Republican by 6.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.2%
19% below US avg
High School+91.9%
School Test Score5.46
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density325/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.6%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities109
Restaurants60
Retail Stores141

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.5 min
Drive Alone91.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.4%

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