Median Income
$61,534
18% lower than US avg
Home Value
$112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
7.0%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$742
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.6%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.4%
81% lower than US avg
How Laurel Hill Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population337
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density80/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans12.5%
Economy
A
Median Income$61,534
Per Capita$34,044
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$19,003M
Commute38 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$112,500
Rent$742
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$198,679
Rent Burden12.3%
Health
Obesity32.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp68°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain64.6 in/yr
Elevation269 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+7.0%
High School+87.2%
School Score5.60
Community
2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute38 min
Broadband83.9%
Libraries6
Is Laurel Hill a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Laurel Hill 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. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Laurel Hill offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Laurel Hill is $61,534, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Laurel Hill is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $742 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Laurel Hill enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 64.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Laurel Hill has a population of 337 with a density of 80 people per square mile. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.4%), with 6.2% Black.
Population
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Laurel Hill vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.8% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.2% |
| 76% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Laurel Hill vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Laurel Hill is $61,534, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.
Income: Laurel Hill vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $61,534 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,044 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,185 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $86,459 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.4% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 7,597 |
| County GDP | $19,003M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 599 |
| Healthcare | 699 |
| Retail | 859 |
| Manufacturing | 96 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,037 |
| 72% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.37% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 37.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 85.5% |
| Public Transit | 1.2% |
| Work from Home | 5.2% |
The median home value in Laurel Hill is $112,500, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $742 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $198,679.
Home Values
| Census Median | $112,500 |
| 60% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $198,679 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $182 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 85.7% |
| Price Drops | 66.7% |
| Inventory | 3 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $742 |
| 36% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 12.3% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,037 |
| 72% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.37% |
In Laurel Hill, 32.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Laurel Hill vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.6% |
| 2% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.9% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.6% |
| Depression | 21.4% |
| Mental Distress | 20.6% |
| Physical Distress | 14.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 76.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.1% |
| Premature Death | 9,412/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 77.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 699 |
Crime Rates: Laurel Hill vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 19 |
Safety Score
Laurel Hill has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 64.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
51°F Jan (11°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 67.5°F |
| 25% above US avg |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 64.6 inches |
| 70% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 269 ft (82 m) |
| Area | 4.2 sq mi (10.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 80/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.9606°N, 86.4578°W |
| County FIPS | 12091 |