Jackson Springs, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Jackson Springs is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 203. Residents earn $98,250 per year, which is 31% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
203 Population 127/sq mi density
$98,250 Median Income $26,005 per capita
$215,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$98,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$215,000 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $98,250
31% higher than US avg
Home Value $215,000
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.7%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population203
Median Age13.7 yrs
Density127/mi²
Male / Female92% / 8%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans73.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$98,250
Per Capita$26,005
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$5,743M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$215,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.1 in/yr
Elevation505 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute16 min
Broadband56.0%
Libraries8

Is Jackson Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jackson Springs receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Jackson Springs stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jackson Springs is $98,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 31% above $75,149. This places Jackson Springs among higher-income communities. 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 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jackson Springs is $215,000, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Jackson Springs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Jackson Springs has a population of 203 with a density of 127 people per square mile. The median age is 13.7 years, 65% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.7%).

Population

203
Total Population
127
People / sq mi
13.7yrs
Median Age
65% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 92.1%
Female 7.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Jackson Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Jackson Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jackson Springs is $98,250, which is 31% above 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 16 minutes.

Income: Jackson Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$98,250
31% above US avg
Per Capita Income$26,005
Avg Weekly Wage$1,040
IRS Avg AGI$97,613

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,472
County GDP$5,743M

Business (County)

Restaurants251
Healthcare308
Retail363
Manufacturing66

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,754
36% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Jackson Springs is $215,000, 24% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$215,000
24% below US avg

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,754
36% above US avg
Effective Rate2.21%
In Jackson Springs, 33.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 19.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Jackson Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.7%
5% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity19.9%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress10.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death9,156/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access79.8%
Healthcare Facilities308

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Jackson Springs has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.1 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall3.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation505 ft (154 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density127/sq mi
Coordinates35.2127°N, 79.6298°W
County FIPS37125
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 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 29.5-point margin. 56.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.3%
D 34.8%

Winner: Republican by 29.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.46
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density127/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access56.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities308
Restaurants251
Retail Stores363

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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