Germanton, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Germanton is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 851. Residents earn $76,458 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
851 Population 486/sq mi density
$76,458 Median Income $36,451 per capita
$190,900 Home Value $265,384 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$76,458 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$190,900 home value
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,458
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $190,900
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.4%
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.9%
28% lower than US avg

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

People

Population851
Median Age59.6 yrs
Density486/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,458
Per Capita$36,451
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty8.9%
County GDP$34,373M

Housing

A+
Home Value$190,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$265,384

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI40 (Good)
Elevation679 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.4%
High School+97.3%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 56%
CommuteN/A
Libraries11

Is Germanton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Germanton receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Germanton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Germanton is $76,458, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Germanton is $190,900, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Germanton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Germanton has a population of 851 with a density of 486 people per square mile. The median age is 59.6 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

851
Total Population
486
People / sq mi
59.6yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.9%
Female 45.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Germanton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Germanton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Germanton is $76,458, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.9% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Germanton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,458
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,451
Avg Weekly Wage$1,274
IRS Avg AGI$79,492

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.9%
28% below US avg
Establishments (County)11,366
County GDP$34,373M

Business (County)

Restaurants868
Healthcare951
Retail1,353
Manufacturing295

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,117
46% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.68%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home36.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Germanton is $190,900, 32% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $265,384.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$190,900
32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$265,384

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,117
46% above US avg
Effective Rate2.68%
In Germanton, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.6% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death9,571/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access80.8%
Healthcare Facilities951

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)40

Safety Score

Germanton has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.4°F
6% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation679 ft (207 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density486/sq mi
Coordinates36.2501°N, 80.2390°W
County FIPS37067
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.8%
D 56%

Winner: Democrat by 13.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.4%
25% below US avg
High School+97.3%
School Test Score5.46
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density486/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities951
Restaurants868
Retail Stores1,353

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)40

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home36.4%

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