Fruitland, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Fruitland is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 2,417. Residents earn $46,113 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
2,417 Population 300/sq mi density
$46,113 Median Income $30,132 per capita
$136,500 Home Value
$798 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$46,113 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$136,500 home value, $798/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,113
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $136,500
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.6%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $798
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.3%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.4%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,417
Median Age53.3 yrs
Density300/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 81%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,113
Per Capita$30,132
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.4%
County GDP$6,372M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$136,500
Rent$798
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain59.1 in/yr
Elevation2,685 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.6%
High School+81.7%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute21 min
Libraries6

Is Fruitland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fruitland receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Fruitland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fruitland is $46,113, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fruitland is $136,500, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $798 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Fruitland enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.1 inches, including 6.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Fruitland has a population of 2,417 with a density of 300 people per square mile. The median age is 53.3 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.3%), with 9.6% Hispanic, 1.3% Black.

Population

2,417
Total Population
300
People / sq mi
53.3yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
8.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Fruitland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.5%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.5%
37% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fruitland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fruitland is $46,113, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Fruitland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,113
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,132
Avg Weekly Wage$1,041
IRS Avg AGI$74,950

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.4%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,120
County GDP$6,372M

Business (County)

Restaurants250
Healthcare324
Retail407
Manufacturing132

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,686
5% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Work from Home4.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Fruitland is $136,500, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $798 (31% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$136,500
52% below US avg
Median List Price$1,718,075

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,718,075
$/Sq Ft$282
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio97.7%
Price Drops10.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$798
31% below 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-Occupied73.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,686
5% above US avg
Effective Rate2.70%
In Fruitland, 32.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.3%
1% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.1%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death8,875/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access72.0%
Healthcare Facilities324

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Fruitland has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.1 inches
55% above US avg
Snowfall6.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,685 ft (818 m)
Area8.1 sq mi (20.8 km²)
Population Density300/sq mi
Coordinates35.3978°N, 82.4213°W
County FIPS37089
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.7%
D 42.2%

Winner: Republican by 14.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.6%
33% below US avg
High School+81.7%
School Test Score5.46
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density300/sq mi
Total Area8.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities324
Restaurants250
Retail Stores407

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Work from Home4.8%

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