Kittrell, NC

North Carolina

Kittrell is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 53. Residents earn $98,750 per year, which is 31% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
53 Population 252/sq mi density
$98,750 Median Income $44,887 per capita
$102,100 Home Value $243,938 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$98,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$102,100 home value
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $98,750
31% higher than US avg
Home Value $102,100
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.4%
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population53
Median Age58.5 yrs
Density252/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans51.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$98,750
Per Capita$44,887
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$1,689M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$102,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$243,938

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.6 in/yr
Elevation427 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.4%
High School+93.5%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 56%
Commute30 min
Broadband26.0%
Libraries1

Is Kittrell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kittrell receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Kittrell stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kittrell is $98,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 31% above $75,149. This places Kittrell among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kittrell is $102,100, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

30.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Kittrell enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Kittrell has a population of 53 with a density of 252 people per square mile. The median age is 58.5 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.1%), with 5.7% Hispanic, 13.2% Black.

Population

53
Total Population
252
People / sq mi
58.5yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Kittrell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Kittrell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kittrell is $98,750, which is 31% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Kittrell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$98,750
31% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,887
Avg Weekly Wage$909
IRS Avg AGI$50,725

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)958
County GDP$1,689M

Business (County)

Restaurants66
Healthcare118
Retail171
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,844
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.0 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Kittrell is $102,100, 64% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $243,938.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,100
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$243,938

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-Occupied88.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,844
19% below US avg
Effective Rate2.79%
In Kittrell, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.7% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure35.8%
Asthma12.0%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Checkup Rate78.3%
Premature Death16,711/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access66.2%
Healthcare Facilities118

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Safety Score

Kittrell has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.6 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall1.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation427 ft (130 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density252/sq mi
Coordinates36.2218°N, 78.4413°W
County FIPS37181
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 30.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.4-point margin. 26.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.9%
D 56.3%

Winner: Democrat by 13.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.4%
10% below US avg
High School+93.5%
School Test Score5.46
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density252/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access26.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities118
Restaurants66
Retail Stores171

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.0 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

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