Hassell, NC

North Carolina

Hassell is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 49. Residents earn $21,058 per year, which is 72% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
49 Population 181/sq mi density
$21,058 Median Income $10,896 per capita
N/A Home Value
$688 Median Rent 46.3% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$21,058 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$688/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $21,058
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $688
41% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.2%
34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population49
Median Age71.1 yrs
Density181/mi²
Male / Female27% / 74%
Largest GroupWhite 6%
Veterans41.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$21,058
Per Capita$10,896
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$808M
Commute15 min

Housing

C
Home ValueN/A
Rent$688
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden46.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain53.2 in/yr
Elevation78 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+42.5%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 45%
Commute15 min
Broadband27.0%
Libraries2

Is Hassell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hassell receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Hassell has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hassell is $21,058, 72% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $688 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 42.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Hassell enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Hassell has a population of 49 with a density of 181 people per square mile. The median age is 71.1 years, 83% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (85.7%), with 6.1% White.

Population

49
Total Population
181
People / sq mi
71.1yrs
Median Age
83% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 26.5%
Female 73.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Hassell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Hassell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hassell is $21,058, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Hassell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$21,058
72% below US avg
Per Capita Income$10,896
Avg Weekly Wage$742
IRS Avg AGI$49,342

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.2%
34% below US avg
Establishments (County)494
County GDP$808M

Business (County)

Restaurants44
Healthcare63
Retail81
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,589
26% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.5 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $688 (41% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$688
41% below US avg
Rent Burden46.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied0.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,589
26% below US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death14,543/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access69.2%
Healthcare Facilities63

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Hassell has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.2 inches
40% above US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation78 ft (24 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density181/sq mi
Coordinates35.9086°N, 77.2764°W
County FIPS37117
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 10.3-point margin. 27.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.9%
D 44.6%

Winner: Republican by 10.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+42.5%
School Test Score5.46
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density181/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access27.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities63
Restaurants44
Retail Stores81

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.5 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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