Hatteras, NC

North Carolina

Hatteras is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 381. Residents earn $48,980 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
381 Population 241/sq mi density
$48,980 Median Income $21,347 per capita
N/A Home Value $508,980 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$48,980 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
49.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,980
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 49.6%
47% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.2%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.8%
93% lower than US avg

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

People

Population381
Median Age33.1 yrs
Density241/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$48,980
Per Capita$21,347
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.8%
County GDP$3,087M
Commute21 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$508,980

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain61.2 in/yr
Elevation2 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+49.6%
High School+99.2%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute21 min
Broadband100.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries3

Is Hatteras a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hatteras receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Hatteras stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hatteras is $48,980, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 49.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Hatteras enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Hatteras has a population of 381 with a density of 241 people per square mile. The median age is 33.1 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.3%).

Population

381
Total Population
241
People / sq mi
33.1yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43%
Female 57%

Race & Ethnicity

Hatteras vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.4%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.6%
73% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hatteras vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hatteras is $48,980, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Hatteras vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,980
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,347
Avg Weekly Wage$894
IRS Avg AGI$87,788

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.8%
93% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,329
County GDP$3,087M

Business (County)

Restaurants351
Healthcare106
Retail436
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,288
23% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.5 min
Drive Alone36.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.6%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $508,980.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$508,980
Median List Price$437,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$437,000
$/Sq Ft$433
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio93.9%
Price Drops9.4%
Inventory32

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-Occupied55.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,288
23% above US avg
In Hatteras, 31.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 19.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.2%
3% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity19.2%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death8,307/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access66.2%
Healthcare Facilities106

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Hatteras has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.8°F
20% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.2 inches
61% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2 ft (1 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density241/sq mi
Coordinates35.2199°N, 75.6879°W
County FIPS37055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 49.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.8-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.9%
D 40.1%

Winner: Republican by 18.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+49.6%
47% above US avg
High School+99.2%
School Test Score5.46
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density241/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities106
Restaurants351
Retail Stores436

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.5 min
Drive Alone36.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.6%

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