Gulf, NC

North Carolina

Gulf is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 185.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
185 Population 203/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $29,069 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
18.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 18.1%
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.4%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population185
Median Age34.0 yrs
Density203/mi²
Male / Female31% / 69%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$29,069
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$4,261M
Commute29 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.9 in/yr
Elevation247 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.1%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute29 min
Broadband95.0%
Libraries2

Is Gulf a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gulf receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Gulf has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Education

18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Gulf enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Gulf has a population of 185 with a density of 203 people per square mile. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

185
Total Population
203
People / sq mi
34.0yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 31.4%
Female 68.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Gulf vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Gulf vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gulf is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Gulf vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$29,069
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$69,731

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,866
County GDP$4,261M

Business (County)

Restaurants137
Healthcare153
Retail247
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,196
20% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,196
20% above US avg
In Gulf, 29.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 28.5% report depression. 19.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.4%
8% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma11.4%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity19.9%
Depression28.5%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death12,122/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access64.3%
Healthcare Facilities153

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Gulf has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.8°F
13% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.9 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall2.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation247 ft (75 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density203/sq mi
Coordinates35.5576°N, 79.2808°W
County FIPS37105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17.5-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.3%
D 40.8%

Winner: Republican by 17.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.1%
46% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.46
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density203/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities153
Restaurants137
Retail Stores247

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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