JAARS, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

JAARS is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 769. Residents earn $64,107 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
769 Population 894/sq mi density
$64,107 Median Income $18,451 per capita
$9,999 Home Value $365,791 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$64,107 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$9,999 home value
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,107
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $9,999
96% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.6%
15% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.8%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population769
Median Age42.1 yrs
Density894/mi²
Male / Female76% / 24%
Largest GroupWhite 30%

Economy

A
Median Income$64,107
Per Capita$18,451
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$5,253M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$9,999
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$365,791

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.8 in/yr
Elevation584 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.6%
High School+77.8%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute39 min
Libraries3

Is JAARS a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, JAARS 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, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. JAARS stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in JAARS is $64,107, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in JAARS is $9,999, 96% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 77.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

JAARS enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

JAARS has a population of 769 with a density of 894 people per square mile. The median age is 42.1 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (69.8%), with 30.2% White.

Population

769
Total Population
894
People / sq mi
42.1yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 75.8%
Female 24.2%

Race & Ethnicity

JAARS vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.2%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.8%
19% below US avg

Social Characteristics

JAARS vs U.S. Average

The median household income in JAARS is $64,107, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: JAARS vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,107
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,451
Avg Weekly Wage$1,241
IRS Avg AGI$84,245

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,236
County GDP$5,253M

Business (County)

Restaurants162
Healthcare186
Retail272
Manufacturing55

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,400
3% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate34.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.8 min
Work from Home46.7%

Walkability

The median home value in JAARS is $9,999, 96% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $365,791.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$9,999
96% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$365,791

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

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-Occupied91.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,400
3% below US avg
Effective Rate34.00%
In JAARS, 33.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 22.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.8%
5% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity22.0%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death11,214/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access72.7%
Healthcare Facilities186

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

JAARS has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.9°F
13% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.8 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall2.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation584 ft (178 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density894/sq mi
Coordinates34.8645°N, 80.7503°W
County FIPS45057
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 38.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.8%
D 37%

Winner: Republican by 24.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.6%
15% above US avg
High School+77.8%
School Test Score5.46
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density894/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities186
Restaurants162
Retail Stores272

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.8 min
Work from Home46.7%

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