Five Points, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Five Points is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 1,096.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,096 Population 132/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $32,257 per capita
$284,700 Home Value
$1,213 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $284,700
1% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.9%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,213
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.8%
117% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.6%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,096
Median Age42.6 yrs
Density132/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$32,257
Unemployment7.8%
Poverty9.6%
County GDP$1,640M
Commute31 min

Housing

Home Value$284,700
Rent$1,213
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.8 in/yr
Elevation364 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.9%
High School+99.0%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute31 min
Libraries1

Is Five Points a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Five Points receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Five Points offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 7.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Five Points is $284,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,213 per month.

Education

25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Five Points enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Five Points has a population of 1,096 with a density of 132 people per square mile. The median age is 42.6 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (52.3%), with 6.8% Hispanic, 33% Black.

Population

1,096
Total Population
132
People / sq mi
42.6yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
8.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.3%
Female 54.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Five Points vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.2%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.8%
49% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Five Points vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Five Points is N/A. The unemployment rate is 7.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Five Points vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$32,257
Avg Weekly Wage$902
IRS Avg AGI$53,275

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.8%
117% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.6%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)697
County GDP$1,640M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare75
Retail81
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,124
11% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.0 min
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Five Points is $284,700, 1% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,213 (4% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$284,700
1% above US avg
Median List Price$380,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$380,000
$/Sq Ft$160
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio99.4%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory12

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,213
4% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,124
11% below US avg
Effective Rate1.10%
In Five Points, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 28.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Five Points vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure37.8%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.1%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity28.2%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Checkup Rate78.3%
Premature Death12,067/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access60.9%
Healthcare Facilities75

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Five Points has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.7°F
12% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.8 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall1.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation364 ft (111 m)
Area8.3 sq mi (21.4 km²)
Population Density132/sq mi
Coordinates35.0154°N, 79.3513°W
County FIPS37093
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.4%
D 52.4%

Winner: Democrat by 5.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.9%
23% below US avg
High School+99.0%
School Test Score5.46
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density132/sq mi
Total Area8.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities75
Restaurants39
Retail Stores81

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.0 min
Work from Home2.9%

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