Median Income
$61,848
18% lower than US avg
Home Value
$170,900
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.1%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$951
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.5%
1% higher than US avg
How Half Moon Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population7,780
Median Age26.7 yrs
Density1,049/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 65%
Economy
B+
Median Income$61,848
Per Capita$30,283
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$12,502M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$170,900
Rent$951
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity35.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp63°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain58.9 in/yr
Elevation31 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.1%
High School+95.8%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute29 min
Libraries4
Is Half Moon a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Half Moon receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Half Moon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Half Moon is $61,848, 18% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Half Moon is $170,900, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $951 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.
Education
23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Half Moon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Half Moon has a population of 7,780 with a density of 1,049 people per square mile. The median age is 26.7 years, 31% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.6%), with 2.6% Hispanic, 18.1% Black.
Population
26.7yrs
Median Age
31% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Half Moon vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.1% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.9% |
| 78% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Half Moon vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Half Moon is $61,848, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income: Half Moon vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $61,848 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,283 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $902 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,912 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.5% |
| 1% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 4,377 |
| County GDP | $12,502M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 418 |
| Healthcare | 300 |
| Retail | 570 |
| Manufacturing | 47 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,811 |
| 9% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.23% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.0 min |
| Work from Home | 6.5% |
The median home value in Half Moon is $170,900, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $951 (18% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $170,900 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Median List Price | $355,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $355,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $178 |
| Homes Sold | 16 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.8% |
| Price Drops | 13.9% |
| Inventory | 36 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $951 |
| 18% 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,811 |
| 9% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.23% |
In Half Moon, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 21.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Half Moon vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.0% |
| 9% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.1% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.4% |
| Depression | 23.6% |
| Mental Distress | 17.7% |
| Physical Distress | 11.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 79.8% |
| Premature Death | 10,505/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 56.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 300 |
Crime Rates: Half Moon vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 32 |
Safety Score
Half Moon has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 62.5°F |
| 16% above US avg |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 58.9 inches |
| 55% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 31 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 7.4 sq mi (19.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,049/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.8298°N, 77.4591°W |
| County FIPS | 37133 |