Hookerton, NC

North Carolina

Hookerton is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 468. Residents earn $43,000 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
468 Population 1,265/sq mi density
$43,000 Median Income $22,014 per capita
$77,700 Home Value $165,795 Zillow
$745 Median Rent 26.7% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$43,000 median income, 13.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,700 home value, $745/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,000
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $77,700
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.9%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $745
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 13.0%
261% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population468
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density1,265/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 51%

Economy

C
Median Income$43,000
Per Capita$22,014
Unemployment13.0%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$626M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,700
Rent$745
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$165,795
Rent Burden26.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain50.6 in/yr
Elevation67 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.9%
High School+59.6%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 41%
Commute20 min
Libraries1

Is Hookerton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hookerton receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Hookerton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hookerton is $43,000, 43% below the national average of $75,149. At 13.0%, unemployment is notably high. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hookerton is $77,700, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $745 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 59.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Hookerton 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 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Hookerton has a population of 468 with a density of 1,265 people per square mile. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (51.3%), with 31.4% Black.

Population

468
Total Population
1,265
People / sq mi
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.1%
Female 42.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Hookerton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.9%
3% above US avg
Spanish19.1%
43% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hookerton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hookerton is $43,000, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Hookerton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,000
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,014
Avg Weekly Wage$929
IRS Avg AGI$48,647

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.0%
261% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg
Establishments (County)380
County GDP$626M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare46
Retail39
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,717
22% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.8 min
Drive Alone93.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hookerton is $77,700, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $745 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $165,795.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,700
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$165,795

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$745
36% below US avg
Rent Burden26.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied50.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,717
22% below US avg
Effective Rate3.50%
In Hookerton, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure37.2%
Asthma12.0%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.8%
Physical Inactivity28.4%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.5%
Checkup Rate78.8%
Premature Death9,574/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access75.2%
Healthcare Facilities46

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Hookerton 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 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.7°F
14% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.6 inches
33% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation67 ft (20 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,265/sq mi
Coordinates35.4230°N, 77.5894°W
County FIPS37079
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.8%
D 40.7%

Winner: Republican by 18.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.9%
71% below US avg
High School+59.6%
School Test Score5.46
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,265/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants18
Retail Stores39

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.8 min
Drive Alone93.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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