North Carolina · Metropolitan Area
Falcon is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 185. Residents earn $80,208 per year, which is 7% above the national average.
Based on current data, Falcon receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Falcon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Falcon is $80,208, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 44.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Falcon is $177,100, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Educational attainment is solid, with 40.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Falcon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 98.9% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.1% |
| 92% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $80,208 |
| 7% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $17,241 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,073 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,191 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 44.3% |
| 257% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 7,402 |
| County GDP | $24,445M |
| Restaurants | 758 |
| Healthcare | 805 |
| Retail | 1,077 |
| Manufacturing | 95 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,018 |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.27% |
| Commute Time | 48.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 65.6% |
| Public Transit | 9.4% |
| Work from Home | 18.8% |
| Census Median | $177,100 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
| Owner-Occupied | 100.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,018 |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.27% |
| Obesity | 36.1% |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.4% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.0% |
| Depression | 27.9% |
| Mental Distress | 18.2% |
| Physical Distress | 12.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.3% |
| Premature Death | 12,884/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 87.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 805 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 40 |
| Annual Average | 62.3°F |
| 15% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 50.1 inches |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 2.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 147 ft (45 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 131/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.1948°N, 78.6539°W |
| County FIPS | 37051 |
Winner: Democrat by 13.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 40.9% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.46 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 131/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.4 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 25.0% |
| Public Libraries | 8 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 805 |
| Restaurants | 758 |
| Retail Stores | 1,077 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 40 |
| Avg Commute | 48.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 65.6% |
| Public Transit | 9.4% |
| Work from Home | 18.8% |