North Carolina · Metropolitan Area
Gatesville is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 310. Residents earn $66,563 per year, which is 11% below the national average.
Based on current data, Gatesville receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Gatesville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Gatesville is $66,563, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Gatesville is $189,200, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $930 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.
17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Gatesville 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 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 97.5% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.5% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $66,563 |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $35,885 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $854 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $57,895 |
| Unemployment | 7.6% |
| 111% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 204 |
| County GDP | $240M |
| Restaurants | 6 |
| Healthcare | 10 |
| Retail | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,476 |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.31% |
| Commute Time | 44.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 74.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.7% |
| Census Median | $189,200 |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $210,199 |
| Census Median Rent | $930 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 18.7% |
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
| Owner-Occupied | 73.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,476 |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.31% |
| Obesity | 35.3% |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.6% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.3% |
| Depression | 28.8% |
| Mental Distress | 19.9% |
| Physical Distress | 13.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.5% |
| Premature Death | 11,366/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 26.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 10 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Annual Average | 62.1°F |
| 15% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 51.0 inches |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 2.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 22 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 775/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.4074°N, 76.7566°W |
| County FIPS | 37073 |
Winner: Republican by 21.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 17.2% |
| 49% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.46 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 775/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.4 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 99.0% |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 10 |
| Restaurants | 6 |
| Retail Stores | 23 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Avg Commute | 44.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 74.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.7% |