Evergreen, NC

North Carolina

Evergreen is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 381.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
381 Population 99/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $8,955 per capita
N/A Home Value
$643 Median Rent 37.2% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $643
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.2%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 43.4%
250% higher than US avg

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

People

Population381
Median Age25.4 yrs
Density99/mi²
Male / Female9% / 91%
Largest GroupWhite 45%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$8,955
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty43.4%
County GDP$1,918M
Commute60 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
Rent$643
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden37.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain50.9 in/yr
Elevation102 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+81.5%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 33%
Commute60 min
Broadband76.0%
Libraries7

Is Evergreen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Evergreen receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. Evergreen stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 43.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 60 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $643 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Evergreen enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Evergreen has a population of 381 with a density of 99 people per square mile. The median age is 25.4 years, 35% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (55.1%), with 44.9% White.

Population

381
Total Population
99
People / sq mi
25.4yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 9.4%
Female 90.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Evergreen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Evergreen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Evergreen is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 43.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 60 minutes.

Income: Evergreen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$8,955
Avg Weekly Wage$921
IRS Avg AGI$53,403

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate43.4%
250% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,217
County GDP$1,918M

Business (County)

Restaurants94
Healthcare148
Retail192
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,405
3% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time59.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $643 (45% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$643
45% below US avg
Rent Burden37.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied22.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,405
3% below US avg
In Evergreen, 42.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.8% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.2%
31% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure40.8%
Asthma12.1%
COPD8.2%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity29.9%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.0%
Checkup Rate78.6%
Premature Death16,521/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access38.3%
Healthcare Facilities148

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Safety Score

Evergreen has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.8°F
14% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.9 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall1.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.9 km²)
Population Density99/sq mi
Coordinates34.4149°N, 78.9114°W
County FIPS37047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.9-point margin. 76.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.7%
D 32.8%

Winner: Republican by 33.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+81.5%
School Test Score5.46
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density99/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities148
Restaurants94
Retail Stores192

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute59.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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