Fremont, NC

North Carolina

Fremont is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 948. Residents earn $41,477 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
948 Population 697/sq mi density
$41,477 Median Income $26,492 per capita
$115,500 Home Value $112,618 Zillow
$824 Median Rent 27.1% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$41,477 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$115,500 home value, $824/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,477
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $115,500
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.8%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $824
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.7%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.8%
108% higher than US avg

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

People

Population948
Median Age39.3 yrs
Density697/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 46%

Economy

C+
Median Income$41,477
Per Capita$26,492
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty25.8%
County GDP$5,166M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,500
Rent$824
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$112,618
Rent Burden27.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain50.3 in/yr
Elevation146 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.8%
High School+83.3%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute22 min
Libraries7

Is Fremont a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fremont receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Fremont offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fremont is $41,477, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 25.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fremont is $115,500, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $824 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Fremont enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Fremont has a population of 948 with a density of 697 people per square mile. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (46.3%), with 41.9% Black.

Population

948
Total Population
697
People / sq mi
39.3yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.7%
Female 54.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Fremont vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Fremont vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fremont is $41,477, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Fremont vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,477
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,492
Avg Weekly Wage$1,051
IRS Avg AGI$60,414

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.8%
108% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,155
County GDP$5,166M

Business (County)

Restaurants170
Healthcare200
Retail328
Manufacturing85

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,409
3% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Fremont is $115,500, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $824 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $112,618.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,500
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$112,618
Median List Price$205,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$205,000
$/Sq Ft$164
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio98.9%
Price Drops23.8%
Inventory21

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$824
29% below US avg
Rent Burden27.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,409
3% below US avg
Effective Rate2.95%
In Fremont, 42.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 30.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.7%
33% above US avg
Diabetes14.2%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure41.1%
Asthma12.5%
COPD8.6%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity30.5%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.6%
Checkup Rate79.6%
Premature Death12,403/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access92.5%
Healthcare Facilities200

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Fremont has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.6°F
14% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.3 inches
32% above US avg
Snowfall1.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation146 ft (45 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density697/sq mi
Coordinates35.5437°N, 77.9751°W
County FIPS37195
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.4%
D 49.8%

Winner: Democrat by 0.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.8%
62% below US avg
High School+83.3%
School Test Score5.46
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density697/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities200
Restaurants170
Retail Stores328

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Work from Home4.7%

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