East Flat Rock, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

East Flat Rock is a small city in North Carolina with a population of 6,468. Residents earn $59,679 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
6,468 Population 1,540/sq mi density
$59,679 Median Income $28,609 per capita
$207,400 Home Value $289,783 Zillow
$977 Median Rent 25.0% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$59,679 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$207,400 home value, $977/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
16.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,679
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $207,400
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.9%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $977
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.6%
2% higher than US avg

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

People

Population6,468
Median Age34.5 yrs
Density1,540/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Veterans5.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$59,679
Per Capita$28,609
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty12.6%
County GDP$6,372M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$207,400
Rent$977
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$289,783
Rent Burden25.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain59.1 in/yr
Elevation2,180 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.9%
High School+82.1%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute17 min
Broadband85.0%
Libraries6

Is East Flat Rock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Flat Rock receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. East Flat Rock offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Flat Rock is $59,679, 21% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.6% 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 East Flat Rock is $207,400, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $977 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

East Flat Rock enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.1 inches, including 6.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

East Flat Rock has a population of 6,468 with a density of 1,540 people per square mile. The median age is 34.5 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.8%), with 2% Hispanic, 6.2% Black.

Population

6,468
Total Population
1,540
People / sq mi
34.5yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.8%
Female 57.2%

Race & Ethnicity

East Flat Rock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only77.9%
1% below US avg
Spanish22.1%
65% above US avg

Social Characteristics

East Flat Rock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Flat Rock is $59,679, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: East Flat Rock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,679
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,609
Avg Weekly Wage$1,041
IRS Avg AGI$74,950

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.6%
2% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,120
County GDP$6,372M

Business (County)

Restaurants250
Healthcare324
Retail407
Manufacturing132

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,686
5% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.3 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.3%

Walkability

The median home value in East Flat Rock is $207,400, 26% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $977 (16% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $289,783.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$207,400
26% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$289,783
Median List Price$469,425

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$469,425
$/Sq Ft$347
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio95.6%
Price Drops10.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$977
16% below US avg
Rent Burden25.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,686
5% above US avg
Effective Rate1.78%
In East Flat Rock, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.3% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure33.3%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.1%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death8,875/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access72.0%
Healthcare Facilities324

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

East Flat Rock has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.1 inches
55% above US avg
Snowfall6.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,180 ft (664 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (10.9 km²)
Population Density1,540/sq mi
Coordinates35.2810°N, 82.4166°W
County FIPS37089
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.6-point margin. 85.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.7%
D 42.2%

Winner: Republican by 14.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.9%
50% below US avg
High School+82.1%
School Test Score5.46
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,540/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities324
Restaurants250
Retail Stores407

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.3 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.3%

Nearby Cities

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