Lasker, NC

North Carolina

Lasker is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 169. Residents earn $64,167 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
169 Population 151/sq mi density
$64,167 Median Income $21,220 per capita
$115,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$64,167 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$115,300 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,167
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $115,300
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.9%
85% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.5%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population169
Median Age33.8 yrs
Density151/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans15.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$64,167
Per Capita$21,220
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$739M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain50.9 in/yr
Elevation86 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.9%
High School+92.2%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 57%
Commute21 min
Broadband60.0%
Libraries1

Is Lasker a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lasker receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Lasker offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lasker is $64,167, 15% below the national average of $75,149. 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 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lasker is $115,300, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Lasker enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Lasker has a population of 169 with a density of 151 people per square mile. The median age is 33.8 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

169
Total Population
151
People / sq mi
33.8yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Lasker vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Lasker vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lasker is $64,167, which is 15% below 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 21 minutes.

Income: Lasker vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,167
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,220
Avg Weekly Wage$951
IRS Avg AGI$52,956

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)366
County GDP$739M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare28
Retail48
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,311
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.5 min
Drive Alone91.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Lasker is $115,300, 59% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,300
59% 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-Occupied78.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,311
5% below US avg
Effective Rate2.87%
In Lasker, 33.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.5%
4% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma9.8%
COPD8.8%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Checkup Rate67.2%
Premature Death14,714/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access22.4%
Healthcare Facilities28

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Lasker has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.0°F
9% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.9 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall5.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation86 ft (26 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density151/sq mi
Coordinates36.3502°N, 77.3057°W
County FIPS37131
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 14.5-point margin. 60.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.5%
D 57%

Winner: Democrat by 14.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.9%
85% below US avg
High School+92.2%
School Test Score5.46
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density151/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants17
Retail Stores48

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.5 min
Drive Alone91.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

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