North Carolina
Hertford is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 1,703. Residents earn $40,096 per year, which is 47% below the national average.
Based on current data, Hertford receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Hertford has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Hertford is $40,096, 47% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 22.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Hertford is $178,600, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $634 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 641 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,932 per 100,000, 50% above the national average.
13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.1/10.
Hertford 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 51.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 95.9% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.1% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $40,096 |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,442 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $863 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,119 |
| Unemployment | 3.7% |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 22.4% |
| 81% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 278 |
| County GDP | $392M |
| Restaurants | 13 |
| Healthcare | 16 |
| Retail | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,986 |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.67% |
| Commute Time | 36.9 min |
| Work from Home | 3.9% |
| Census Median | $178,600 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $277,774 |
| Median List Price | $222,450 |
| Median List Price | $222,450 |
| $/Sq Ft | $218 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.7% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 9 |
| Census Median Rent | $634 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Studio | $638 |
| 1 Bedroom | $705 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $925 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,210 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,225 |
| Owner-Occupied | 53.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,986 |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.67% |
| Obesity | 40.0% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.4% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 7.0% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.6% |
| Depression | 24.9% |
| Mental Distress | 19.1% |
| Physical Distress | 13.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 83.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.6% |
| Premature Death | 13,273/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 86.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16 |
| Total Violent | 641.3/100K |
| 69% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 91.6/100K |
| Assault | 549.7/100K |
| Total Property | 2,931.8/100K |
| 50% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,236.8/100K |
| Theft | 1,649.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 45.8/100K |
| Arson | 45.8/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 62.3°F |
| 15% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 51.3 inches |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 6 ft (2 m) |
| Area | 2.9 sq mi (7.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 595/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.1768°N, 76.4666°W |
| County FIPS | 37143 |
Winner: Republican by 39.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 13.2% |
| 61% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 75.6% |
| School Test Score | 4.05 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 595/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16 |
| Restaurants | 13 |
| Retail Stores | 32 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 36.9 min |
| Work from Home | 3.9% |