Lattimore, NC

North Carolina

Lattimore is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 549. Residents earn $78,958 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
549 Population 533/sq mi density
$78,958 Median Income $21,771 per capita
$137,000 Home Value $206,733 Zillow
$850 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$78,958 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$137,000 home value, $850/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,958
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $137,000
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population549
Median Age31.6 yrs
Density533/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans4.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$78,958
Per Capita$21,771
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$6,025M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$137,000
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$206,733
Rent Burden22.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.0%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain50.4 in/yr
Elevation908 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+95.7%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute20 min
Broadband81.2%
Libraries3

Is Lattimore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lattimore receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Lattimore offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lattimore is $78,958, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lattimore is $137,000, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Lattimore enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Lattimore has a population of 549 with a density of 533 people per square mile. The median age is 31.6 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.3%).

Population

549
Total Population
533
People / sq mi
31.6yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.1%
Female 43.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Lattimore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lattimore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lattimore is $78,958, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Lattimore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,958
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$21,771
Avg Weekly Wage$1,034
IRS Avg AGI$58,314

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,287
County GDP$6,025M

Business (County)

Restaurants181
Healthcare226
Retail388
Manufacturing106

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,265
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.4 min
Drive Alone99.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Lattimore is $137,000, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $206,733.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$137,000
51% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$206,733

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$111
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.7%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,265
7% below US avg
Effective Rate2.38%
In Lattimore, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.0% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure34.0%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression29.0%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death12,476/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access64.3%
Healthcare Facilities226

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Safety Score

Lattimore has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.2°F
10% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.4 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall4.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation908 ft (277 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density533/sq mi
Coordinates35.3154°N, 81.6602°W
County FIPS37045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35-point margin. 81.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.2%
D 32.2%

Winner: Republican by 35 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.1%
70% below US avg
High School+95.7%
School Test Score5.46
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density533/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.2%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities226
Restaurants181
Retail Stores388

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.4 min
Drive Alone99.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.3%

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