Median Income
$62,292
17% lower than US avg
Home Value
$150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.4%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$847
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.5%
17% higher than US avg
How Grantsboro Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population698
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density181/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 69%
Economy
B+
Median Income$62,292
Per Capita$30,470
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty14.5%
County GDP$378M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$847
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$154,476
Rent Burden35.7%
Health
Obesity37.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease6.3%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain58.8 in/yr
Elevation38 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+18.4%
High School+83.9%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute27 min
Libraries1
Is Grantsboro a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Grantsboro receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Grantsboro offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Grantsboro is $62,292, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. 14.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Grantsboro is $150,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $847 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Grantsboro enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Grantsboro has a population of 698 with a density of 181 people per square mile. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68.6%), with 16.2% Black.
Population
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Grantsboro vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.1% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.9% |
| 63% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Grantsboro vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Grantsboro is $62,292, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income: Grantsboro vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $62,292 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,470 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $712 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,772 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.7% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.5% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 348 |
| County GDP | $378M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 29 |
| Healthcare | 22 |
| Retail | 44 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,604 |
| 3% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.40% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.8 min |
| Work from Home | 5.1% |
The median home value in Grantsboro is $150,000, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $847 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $154,476.
Home Values
| Census Median | $150,000 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $154,476 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $847 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 35.7% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,604 |
| 3% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.40% |
In Grantsboro, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Grantsboro vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.1% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.3% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 7.9% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.4% |
| Depression | 27.5% |
| Mental Distress | 19.7% |
| Physical Distress | 14.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.8% |
| Premature Death | 13,808/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 76.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 22 |
Crime Rates: Grantsboro vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Grantsboro has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 61.8°F |
| 14% above US avg |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 58.8 inches |
| 55% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 38 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 3.9 sq mi (10.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 181/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.1449°N, 76.8447°W |
| County FIPS | 37137 |