Leggett, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Leggett is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 50. Residents earn $42,188 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
50 Population 64/sq mi density
$42,188 Median Income $24,598 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$42,188 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,188
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.4%
84% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population50
Median Age65.3 yrs
Density64/mi²
Male / Female26% / 74%
Largest GroupWhite 22%
Veterans37.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$42,188
Per Capita$24,598
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$1,991M
Commute17 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Elevation64 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.4%
High School+51.4%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute17 min
Broadband26.0%
Libraries2

Is Leggett a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Leggett receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Leggett has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Leggett is $42,188, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 51.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Leggett enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Leggett has a population of 50 with a density of 64 people per square mile. The median age is 65.3 years, 68% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (78%), with 22% White.

Population

50
Total Population
64
People / sq mi
65.3yrs
Median Age
68% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 26%
Female 74%

Race & Ethnicity

Leggett vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Leggett vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Leggett is $42,188, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Leggett vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,188
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,598
Avg Weekly Wage$931
IRS Avg AGI$46,583

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)993
County GDP$1,991M

Business (County)

Restaurants56
Healthcare101
Retail135
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,105
11% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.3 min
Drive Alone93.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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)$3,105
11% below US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.5%
Premature Death16,248/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access67.3%
Healthcare Facilities101

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Leggett has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall4.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation64 ft (20 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density64/sq mi
Coordinates35.9895°N, 77.5801°W
County FIPS37065
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 22.7-point margin. 26.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.3%
D 61%

Winner: Democrat by 22.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.4%
84% below US avg
High School+51.4%
School Test Score5.46
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density64/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access26.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities101
Restaurants56
Retail Stores135

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.3 min
Drive Alone93.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

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