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Elroy, NC

North Carolina · Greene County

Elroy is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 3,507. Residents earn $54,375 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,507 Population 536/sq mi density
$54,375 Median Income $26,721 per capita
$120,500 Home Value $428,628 Zillow
$920 Median Rent 40.8% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
899 Violent Crime/100K 6,055 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$54,375 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$120,500 home value, $920/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
899 violent crimes/100K (137% above avg)
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $54,375
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $120,500
57% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 899/100K
137% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.8%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $920
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.1%
22% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,507
Median Age41.7 yrs
Density536/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 53%
Veterans15.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,375
Per Capita$26,721
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty15.1%
County GDP$626M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,500
Rent$920
Ownership73.0%
Zillow$428,628
Housing Units1,509
Rent Burden40.8%

Crime

F
Violent899/100K
Property6,055/100K

Health

Obesity41.0%
Uninsured16.8%
Smoking18.7%
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain52.3 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation116 ft (35 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.8%
High School+85.5%
Graduate+4.4%
School Score4.11

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 41%
Commute20 min
Broadband95.6%
EV Stations11
Libraries1

Is Elroy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elroy receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Elroy has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elroy is $54,375, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. The poverty rate of 15.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elroy is $120,500, 57% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $920 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 899 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,055 per 100,000, 209% above the national average.

Education

12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Elroy enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Elroy has a population of 3,507 with a density of 536 people per square mile, spread across 6.5 square miles. The median age is 41.7 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.5% female and 50.5% male. The city is predominantly White (53%), with 28.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 85.6% of residents, while 14.4% speak Spanish. 15.2% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 14.7% of residents have a disability. 83.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,507
Total Population
536
People / sq mi
41.7yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
6.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Elroy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 85.6%
9% above US avg
Spanish 14.4%
7% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Elroy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elroy is $54,375, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,721 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $929, 35% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.1% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 380 business establishments, including 18 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 5.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Elroy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,375
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,721
Avg Weekly Wage$929
IRS Avg AGI$48,647
Gini Index0.402 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.1%
22% above US avg
Establishments (County)380
County GDP$626M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare46
Retail39
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,717
22% below US avg
Cost of Living94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.6 min
Drive Alone85.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Elroy is $120,500, 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $428,628, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98.8% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $920 (21% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $981 for a one-bedroom to $1,161 for a two-bedroom apartment. 73.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,509 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1978. The average annual property tax is $2,717 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 40.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,500
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$428,628
Median List Price$206,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$206,950
$/Sq Ft$154
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio98.8%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$920
21% below US avg
Rent Burden40.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership73.0%
Owner-Occupied73.0%
Renter-Occupied27.0%
Housing Units1,509
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,717
22% below US avg
Effective Rate2.25%
In Elroy, 41.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.5% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.9% of residents, above the national average. 38.7% have high blood pressure. 18.7% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 14.9% report binge drinking. 30.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 25.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.5% experience frequent mental distress. 16.8% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:6,806. The dentist ratio is 1:2,887. 75.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.8 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.0%
28% above US avg
Diabetes13.5%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure38.7%
Asthma11.6%
COPD8.6%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.7%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity30.9%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep35.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.8%
Uninsured16.8%
95% above US avg
Primary Care1:6,806
Dentists1:2,887
Mental Health1:1,579
Checkup Rate78.1%
Dental Visits58.3%
Premature Death9,574/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access75.2%
Healthcare Facilities46
Elroy has a violent crime rate of 899 per 100,000 residents, 137% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 6,055 per 100,000, 209% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 1 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Elroy receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent899.1/100K
137% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property6,055.2/100K
209% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Elroy enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 52.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.0 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 116 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.3°F
17% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation116 ft (35 m)
Area6.5 sq mi (16.9 km²)
Population Density536/sq mi
Coordinates35.3308°N, 77.9226°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyGreene County County
Nearest AirportKinston Regional Jetport At Stallings Field (ISO)
18 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.3"
38% above US avg
Snowfall 2.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.91"
Driest Month (Nov) 2.91"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score62.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability89.4 / 100
Community Resilience8.1 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M2.9 on Feb 11, 2014.

Aug 6, 1994 4 km SSW of Bayboro, North Carolina M3.6 106 km
Feb 11, 2014 7 km NW of Hobucken, North Carolina M2.9 118 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

24 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Ian (2022, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Ian Category 1 255 km
2020 Isaias Category 1 168 km
2019 Dorian Category 2 166 km
2018 Florence Category 3 121 km
2016 Matthew Category 1 167 km
2014 Arthur Category 2 138 km
2011 Irene Category 1 132 km
2005 Ophelia Category 1 152 km
2004 Alex Category 2 188 km
2004 Charley Category 1 185 km
2003 Isabel Category 2 98 km
1999 Irene Category 2 203 km
1999 Floyd Category 2 97 km
1999 Dennis Category 2 233 km
1998 Bonnie Category 3 89 km
1996 Fran Category 3 72 km
1996 Bertha Category 2 47 km
1994 Gordon Category 1 273 km
1993 Emily Category 3 257 km
1991 Bob Category 3 252 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

463 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 39 fatalities, 1,168 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Nov 27, 1988 EF4 96 km 4
Mar 28, 1984 EF4 43 km 3
Mar 28, 1984 EF4 13 km 16
Sep 27, 2024 EF3 72 km 0
Aug 8, 2024 EF3 36 km 1
Jul 19, 2023 EF3 75 km 0
Apr 25, 2014 EF3 75 km 0
Apr 16, 2011 EF3 8 km 0
Apr 16, 2011 EF3 83 km 0
Nov 15, 2008 EF3 47 km 1
Nov 23, 1992 EF3 70 km 0
Mar 28, 1984 EF3 15 km 0
Mar 4, 1977 EF3 38 km 0
May 15, 1972 EF3 46 km 0
Feb 22, 1971 EF3 95 km 2
Apr 18, 1969 EF3 67 km 0
Mar 17, 1965 EF3 74 km 2
Nov 8, 1957 EF3 44 km 0
Apr 8, 1957 EF3 58 km 0
Mar 15, 1953 EF3 51 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (77,768 ac, 1986).

Year Name Acres Distance
1986 UNNAMED 77,768 96 km
2011 JUNIPER ROAD 31,511 93 km
1994 FISH DAY 21,772 94 km
1994 UNNAMED 7,944 71 km
1985 UNNAMED 2,970 87 km
1992 GREAT LAKE 2,843 93 km
2020 CRO BRIERY BRANCH C-5/6 RX 2,783 91 km
1986 UNNAMED 2,642 79 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,462 90 km
2020 TRAM ROAD/GRASSY ROAD 2,076 99 km
2008 LYNCH ROAD 1,824 100 km
2020 CRO HUNTERS CREEK C-37 RX 1,616 96 km
2006 UNNAMED 1,602 91 km
2014 SHAKEN CREEK 1,469 85 km
2020 CRO LONG POINT C-39/40 RX 1,448 90 km
2006 OVERHILLS 1,436 98 km
1991 UNNAMED 1,399 54 km
2016 UNNAMED 1,371 86 km
2009 UNNAMED 1,319 65 km
2011 SR8 1,311 90 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 4.3 in Coldest
February 45°F (7°C) 3.6 in
March 52°F (11°C) 4.3 in
April 61°F (16°C) 3.4 in
May 68°F (20°C) 4.1 in
June 76°F (24°C) 4.3 in
July 81°F (27°C) 5.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 78°F (25°C) 5.6 in
September 73°F (23°C) 4.9 in
October 62°F (17°C) 3.2 in
November 53°F (12°C) 2.9 in Driest
December 45°F (7°C) 3.4 in

Elroy has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 44°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.9") and November the driest (2.9").

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Elroy is located in Greene County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 12.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 62% below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. 4.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 58.8% of the vote, a 18.1-point margin. 95.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 11 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 46 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 85.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.8%
D 40.7%

Winner: Republican by 18.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.8%
62% below US avg
High School+85.5%
Graduate Degree+4.4%
School Test Score4.11
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density536/sq mi
Total Area6.5 sq mi
CountyGreene County County

Services

Broadband Access95.6%
Avg Download Speed20.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed1.8 Mbps
Max Download Speed940 Mbps
EV Charging Stations11
Alt Fuel Stations13
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants18
Retail Stores39

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.6 min
Drive Alone85.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.5%
Average costs for common services in Elroy. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $236 ($141–$377)
Specialist Visit $330 ($189–$519)
Urgent Care Visit $189 ($94–$330)
Emergency Room Visit $2,075 ($754–$4,715)
Dental Cleaning $123 ($71–$189)
Dental Filling $236 ($141–$377)
View all 40 services

Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $42 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $71 ($47–$113)
Brake Pad Replacement $283 ($141–$472)
Tire Rotation $38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4) $566 ($377–$943)
Battery Replacement $189 ($94–$330)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $94 ($57–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour) $85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair $377 ($141–$754)
HVAC System Install $6,601 ($3,772–$11,316)
Roof Repair $943 ($377–$1,886)
Roof Replacement $8,487 ($5,187–$14,145)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,415 ($472–$3,301)
Divorce (Contested) $14,145 ($4,715–$28,290)
DUI Defense $4,715 ($1,886–$9,430)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,415 ($754–$2,829)
Will Preparation $472 ($189–$943)
Trust Preparation $2,358 ($943–$4,715)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut $52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full) $141 ($71–$236)
Manicure $24 ($14–$42)
Pedicure $38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour) $75 ($47–$123)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.87 ($2.83–$5.19)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.30 ($2.36–$4.72)
Loaf of Bread $3.58 ($2.36–$5.19)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.24 ($2.83–$6.13)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.19 ($3.77–$7.07)
Rice (per lb) $0.94 ($0.57–$1.70)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $132 ($75–$236)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $66 ($38–$113)
Internet (Monthly) $66 ($38–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly) $80 ($47–$141)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $189 ($71–$472)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,886 ($1,132–$3,301)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $66 ($28–$123)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.54–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $94 ($28–$236)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14–$71)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,132 ($566–$2,358)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $943 ($472–$1,886)
After-School Care (Monthly) $377 ($189–$660)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $47 ($24–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $943 ($377–$2,358)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,788 ($4,715–$28,290)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $57 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $94 ($47–$189)
Dog Grooming $57 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter $283 ($141–$472)
Cat Spay/Neuter $189 ($94–$377)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$558
Toddler$498
Preschool$498
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$504
Toddler$476
Preschool$476
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Greene County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 531 57 $45,041 0.82
Retail Trade 325 39 $33,701 0.72
Construction 311 43 $56,996 1.32
Manufacturing 263 16 $52,000 0.71
Agriculture & Forestry 193 38 $35,648 5.30
Real Estate 147 10 $55,720 2.10
Wholesale Trade 100 6 $41,460 0.56
Administrative & Waste Services 96 18 $50,178 0.36
Management of Companies 59 6 $58,260 0.78
Professional & Technical Services 57 20 $64,071 0.18

Radio Stations near Elroy

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ANARCHYRADIO MP3

National Parks Near Elroy

17 national parks and monuments found near Elroy.

ParkTypeFee
Bay Tree Lake State Natural Area State Park Free
Bushy Lake State Natural Area State Park Free
Cliffs of the Neuse State Park State Park Free
Dutchmans Creek Mitigation Site State Park Free
Hammocks Beach State Park State Park Free
Hemlock Bluffs State Natural Area State Park Free
Lea Island State Natural Area State Park Free
Medoc Mountain State Park State Park Free
Mitchell Mill State Natural Area State Park Free
Moores Creek National Battlefield National Battlefield Free
Os-058 State Park Free
Raven Rock State Park State Park Free
Sandy Run Savannas State Natural Area State Park Free
Singletary Lake State Park State Park Free
Warwick Mill Bay State Natural Area State Park Free
White Lake State Lake State Park Free
William B. Umstead State Park State Park Free

Museums in Elroy

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
OLD WAYNESBOROUGH COMMISSIONHISTORIC PRESERVATIONU S 117 ALT9197311653$101,597
WAYNE COUNTY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORY MUSEUM116 N WILLIAM STREET9197345023$73,299
ROSENWALD CENTER FOR CULTURAL ENRICHMENTHISTORIC PRESERVATION108 KINGOLD BLVD2527474912$30,724
FREMONT HISTORICAL MUSEUM & PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
GOV CB AYCOCK BIRTHPLACE SHSGENERAL MUSEUM9192425581
LAGRANGE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MOUNT OLIVE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION9197312779
NORTHERN WAYNE HERITAGE MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM9192422166

Libraries in Elroy

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
WAYNE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY1001 E ASH ST0.0290,049

Farmers Markets in Elroy

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Elaney Wood Heritage Farmers Market470 Hwy 13 South04/02/2016 to 10/29/2016Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Wayne County Mini Mobile Farmer's MarketIntersection of Herman and PouJune to OctoberWed:9:30 am - 2:30 pm;

Restaurants in Elroy

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fraysan Mexican Restaurant
McCalls BBQ & Seafood Restaurant
Southern Legends Restaurant
Taste Thai
Wilber's Barbecue

Clinics in Elroy

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

DaVita Coastal Plains Dialysis

Gas Stations in Elroy

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Johnny's Convenience

Cell Towers in Elroy

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
Mount Olive site 3080 US 117 North (021213 / Calypso)TOWER95
Albertson site 3657 N NC 111/903 Highway (196410626 Albertson)TOWER95

Bridges in Elroy

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19212913,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19971386,800F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19976065,900F
CulvertSteel1962272,800F
SlabPrestressed concrete20101121,300G
CulvertSteel196222200F
CulvertSteel196227160F

Amtrak Stations in Elroy

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Goldsboro, NC103 North Carolina StreetBUS

Superfund Sites Near Elroy

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
DUKE ENERGY H.F LEE PLANT/WAYNE CTY PLANT1199 BLACK JACK CHURCH ROADWAYNE
GEORGIA PACIFIC CHIP-N-SAW - DUDLEY2457 B OLD MOUNT OLIVE HIGHWAYWAYNE

Airports Near Elroy

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Albert J Ellis AirportOAJMedium Airport
Johnston Regional AirportMedium Airport
Kinston Regional Jetport At Stallings FieldISOMedium Airport
MCAS New River / McCutcheon FieldMedium Airport
Pitt-Greenville AirportPGVMedium Airport
Rocky Mount Wilson Regional AirportRWIMedium Airport
Seymour Johnson Air Force BaseGSBMedium Airport
Aerial Spraying Service AirportSmall Airport
Als AirportSmall Airport
Bagwell AirportSmall Airport
Bell StripSmall Airport
Blue Ridge AirfieldSmall Airport
Boyd FieldSmall Airport
Brocks AirportSmall Airport
C A G Farms AirportSmall Airport
Charles FieldSmall Airport
Chase FieldSmall Airport
Cox-Grantham AirfieldSmall Airport
Crooked Creek AirportSmall Airport
Curtis L Brown Jr FieldSmall Airport
Deppe AirportSmall Airport
Double S AirportSmall Airport
Duplin County AirportSmall Airport
Easley Acres AirportSmall Airport
Ellis AirportSmall Airport
Epley AirportSmall Airport
Fiddleair AirportSmall Airport
Flanagan FieldSmall Airport
Hawks Nest AirportSmall Airport
Henderson FieldSmall Airport
Hinton FieldSmall Airport
Hood FieldSmall Airport
Kenly AirportSmall Airport
Martin County AirportSmall Airport
Moss Hill AirportSmall Airport
Mount Olive Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Noles FieldSmall Airport
Oak Grove Marine Corps Outlying FieldSmall Airport
Parker FieldSmall Airport
Peacock STOLportSmall Airport
Phillip R Bunn AirportSmall Airport
Pink Hill AirportSmall Airport
Pleasant Hill AirportSmall Airport
Raleigh East AirportSmall Airport
Riley FieldSmall Airport
Ruby's LandingSmall Airport
Safe FieldSmall Airport
Sampson County AirportCTZSmall Airport
Scottbrook Farm AirportSmall Airport
Sky Manor AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Elroy

11 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Duplin County Sheriff's Office
Faison Police Department
Fremont Police Department
Goldsboro Police Department
La Grange Police Department
Mount Olive Police Department
North Carolina State Highway Patrol
Pikeville Police Department
Princeton Police Department503 Doctor Donnie H Jones Jr Boulevard West
Security ForcesBlakeslee Avenue
Sheriff Department Sub Station

Grocery Stores in Elroy

8 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Arrington MartConvenience Store1805 Bill Lane Blvd
DOLLAR GENERAL 7823Other206 NC Highway 111 S
Dollar Tree 6912Other185 NC 111 Hwy S
El Corral Supermarket IncGrocery Store400 NC 111 Hwy S
FOOD LION 1692Supermarket219 NC 111 Hwy S
Handy Mart 4717Convenience Store4340 US Highway 70 E
Short Stop 75 75Convenience Store404 NC 111 Hwy S
Walmart Neighborhood Market 7334Super Store4350 US Highway 70 E

Treatment Centers in Elroy

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Dixon Social Interactive ServicesBoth252-564-8145
Life Touch LLCSubstance Abuse919-330-4090
Medical Care Inc - Wilson E Tabe MDSubstance Abuse919-735-3311 x0
One to One With Youth IncSubstance Abuse919-731-2119
Waynesboro Family ClinicBoth919-734-6676

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Frequently Asked Questions About Elroy

What is the population of Elroy?

Elroy has a population of 3,507 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 536 people per square mile, spread across 6.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.5% female and 50.5% male.

Is Elroy expensive to live in?

Elroy is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.3 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $54,375, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $120,500 (57% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $920 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Elroy safe?

Public safety is a concern in Elroy, with a violent crime rate of 899 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,055 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Elroy receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Elroy?

Elroy enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 52.3 inches, with 2.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Elroy?

The job market in Elroy is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $929. There are 380 business establishments in the area, including 18 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 5.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Elroy?

The median home value in Elroy is $120,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $428,628. For renters, the median monthly rent is $920. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 73.0%. The average annual property tax is $2,717.

How are the schools in Elroy?

Schools in Elroy have an average test score of 4.1 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 12.8% of adults in Elroy hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. 4.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Elroy?

The obesity rate in Elroy is 41.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.7% of adults are smokers. 30.9% are physically inactive. 25.4% of residents report depression. 16.8% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 75.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:6,806.

What is transportation like in Elroy?

The average commute in Elroy is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 85.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Elroy?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Elroy is 53% White, 28.1% Black or African American. 85.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 14.4% speak Spanish. 15.2% of the population are military veterans. 14.7% of residents have a disability. 83.8% have health insurance coverage.

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