Efland, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Efland is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 1,064. Residents earn $72,396 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,064 Population 598/sq mi density
$72,396 Median Income $39,513 per capita
$192,900 Home Value $381,106 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$72,396 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$192,900 home value
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,396
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $192,900
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.9%
15% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.7%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,064
Median Age43.7 yrs
Density598/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,396
Per Capita$39,513
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$13,069M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$192,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$381,106

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Elevation651 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 24% / D 75%
Commute30 min
Libraries3

Is Efland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Efland receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Efland stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Efland is $72,396, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. 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 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Efland is $192,900, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Efland enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Efland has a population of 1,064 with a density of 598 people per square mile. The median age is 43.7 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.3%), with 9.2% Black.

Population

1,064
Total Population
598
People / sq mi
43.7yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.8%
Female 57.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Efland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.6%
1% above US avg
Spanish20.4%
52% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Efland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Efland is $72,396, which is 4% below 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 30 minutes.

Income: Efland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,396
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,513
Avg Weekly Wage$1,524
IRS Avg AGI$129,336

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,494
County GDP$13,069M

Business (County)

Restaurants326
Healthcare449
Retail338
Manufacturing68

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,233
135% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.6 min
Work from Home18.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Efland is $192,900, 32% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $381,106.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$192,900
32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$381,106

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

Owner-Occupied80.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,233
135% above US avg
Effective Rate4.27%
In Efland, 30.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.0% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.7%
4% below US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.0%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression23.0%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress10.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death5,802/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access83.4%
Healthcare Facilities449

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Safety Score

Efland has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.5°F
10% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.2 inches
24% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation651 ft (198 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density598/sq mi
Coordinates36.0804°N, 79.1713°W
County FIPS37135
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 38.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 51.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 23.8%
D 74.9%

Winner: Democrat by 51.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.9%
15% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.46
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density598/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities449
Restaurants326
Retail Stores338

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.6 min
Work from Home18.3%

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