East Bend, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

East Bend is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 765. Residents earn $85,500 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
765 Population 584/sq mi density
$85,500 Median Income $32,674 per capita
$174,200 Home Value $255,315 Zillow
$748 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$85,500 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$174,200 home value, $748/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,500
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $174,200
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $748
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.1%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population765
Median Age35.6 yrs
Density584/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,500
Per Capita$32,674
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty9.1%
County GDP$1,334M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$174,200
Rent$748
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$255,315

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.6 in/yr
Elevation1,049 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.9%
High School+93.9%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute32 min
Libraries4

Is East Bend a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Bend receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing. East Bend offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Bend is $85,500, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Bend is $174,200, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $748 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

East Bend enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches, including 7.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

East Bend has a population of 765 with a density of 584 people per square mile. The median age is 35.6 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.6%), with 3.4% Black.

Population

765
Total Population
584
People / sq mi
35.6yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

East Bend vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.5%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.5%
22% below US avg

Social Characteristics

East Bend vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Bend is $85,500, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: East Bend vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,500
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,674
Avg Weekly Wage$868
IRS Avg AGI$62,397

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.1%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)798
County GDP$1,334M

Business (County)

Restaurants60
Healthcare42
Retail107
Manufacturing40

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,700
23% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in East Bend is $174,200, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $748 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $255,315.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$174,200
38% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$255,315
Median List Price$295,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$295,000
$/Sq Ft$139
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$748
36% 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-Occupied83.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,700
23% below US avg
Effective Rate1.55%
In East Bend, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.0% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: East Bend vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.7%
8% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity22.5%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.1%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death12,330/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access51.6%
Healthcare Facilities42

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

East Bend has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.5°F
5% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.6 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall7.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,049 ft (320 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density584/sq mi
Coordinates36.2175°N, 80.5089°W
County FIPS37197
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.8%
D 18.4%

Winner: Republican by 62.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.9%
56% below US avg
High School+93.9%
School Test Score5.46
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density584/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants60
Retail Stores107

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Work from Home8.3%

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