Harmony, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Harmony is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 811. Residents earn $75,179 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
811 Population 596/sq mi density
$75,179 Median Income $25,523 per capita
$117,000 Home Value $284,639 Zillow
$1,118 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$75,179 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$117,000 home value, $1,118/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,179
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $117,000
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.4%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,118
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.3%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population811
Median Age30.3 yrs
Density596/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 73%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,179
Per Capita$25,523
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$13,548M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,000
Rent$1,118
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$284,639

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Elevation953 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.4%
High School+78.8%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute27 min
Libraries4

Is Harmony a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Harmony receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Harmony offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Harmony is $75,179, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Harmony is $117,000, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,118 per month. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Harmony 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. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Harmony has a population of 811 with a density of 596 people per square mile. The median age is 30.3 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.6%), with 4.1% Black.

Population

811
Total Population
596
People / sq mi
30.3yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.1%
Female 41.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Harmony vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.7%
4% above US avg
Spanish18.3%
37% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Harmony vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Harmony is $75,179, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Harmony vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,179
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,523
Avg Weekly Wage$1,217
IRS Avg AGI$95,184

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,123
County GDP$13,548M

Business (County)

Restaurants415
Healthcare537
Retail676
Manufacturing296

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,650
33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Harmony is $117,000, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,118 (4% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $284,639.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,000
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$284,639

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,118
4% 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

Owner-Occupied70.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,650
33% above US avg
Effective Rate3.97%
In Harmony, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.3%
7% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity24.0%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.9%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death8,077/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access66.8%
Healthcare Facilities537

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

Harmony has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.7 inches. 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

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall4.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation953 ft (290 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density596/sq mi
Coordinates35.9580°N, 80.7744°W
County FIPS37097
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.9%
D 33.2%

Winner: Republican by 32.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.4%
66% below US avg
High School+78.8%
School Test Score5.46
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density596/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities537
Restaurants415
Retail Stores676

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Work from Home8.3%

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