Harrellsville, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Harrellsville is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 180. Residents earn $68,558 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
180 Population 621/sq mi density
$68,558 Median Income $31,149 per capita
$159,400 Home Value
$1,125 Median Rent 28.0% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$68,558 median income, 9.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$159,400 home value, $1,125/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,558
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $159,400
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.8%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,125
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.3%
158% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population180
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density621/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 44%
Veterans5.5%

Economy

C+
Median Income$68,558
Per Capita$31,149
Unemployment9.3%
Poverty20.0%
County GDP$240M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$159,400
Rent$1,125
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden28.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Elevation65 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.8%
High School+92.4%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute31 min
Broadband57.0%
Libraries1

Is Harrellsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Harrellsville receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Harrellsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Harrellsville is $68,558, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 9.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Harrellsville is $159,400, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,125 per month. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Harrellsville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Harrellsville has a population of 180 with a density of 621 people per square mile. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (45.6%), with 43.9% White.

Population

180
Total Population
621
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Harrellsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Harrellsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Harrellsville is $68,558, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Harrellsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,558
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,149
Avg Weekly Wage$854
IRS Avg AGI$57,895

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.3%
158% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)204
County GDP$240M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare10
Retail23
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,476
29% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Drive Alone95.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Harrellsville is $159,400, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,125 (3% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$159,400
43% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,125
3% below US avg
Rent Burden28.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,476
29% below US avg
Effective Rate1.55%
In Harrellsville, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.5% report depression. 26.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure36.1%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity26.8%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.4%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death11,366/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access26.9%
Healthcare Facilities10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Harrellsville has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall2.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation65 ft (20 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density621/sq mi
Coordinates36.3017°N, 76.7918°W
County FIPS37073
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.7-point margin. 57.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.4%
D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 21.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.8%
50% below US avg
High School+92.4%
School Test Score5.46
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density621/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access57.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants6
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Drive Alone95.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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