North Carolina
Lillington is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 4,683. Residents earn $63,393 per year, which is 16% below the national average.
Based on current data, Lillington receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Lillington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Lillington is $63,393, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Lillington is $219,600, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $934 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 462 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,827 per 100,000, 146% above the national average.
21.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Lillington 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 46.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 83.3% |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 16.7% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $63,393 |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $23,621 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $903 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,247 |
| Unemployment | 1.6% |
| 56% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.1% |
| 51% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,384 |
| County GDP | $3,965M |
| Restaurants | 178 |
| Healthcare | 190 |
| Retail | 297 |
| Manufacturing | 66 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,367 |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.53% |
| Commute Time | 28.3 min |
| Work from Home | 6.1% |
| Census Median | $219,600 |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $286,019 |
| Median List Price | $324,990 |
| Median List Price | $324,990 |
| $/Sq Ft | $158 |
| Homes Sold | 26 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.2% |
| Price Drops | 31.3% |
| Inventory | 128 |
| Census Median Rent | $934 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,483 |
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
| Owner-Occupied | 57.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,367 |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.53% |
| Obesity | 38.4% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.4% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.9% |
| Depression | 24.0% |
| Mental Distress | 18.0% |
| Physical Distress | 13.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.4% |
| Premature Death | 10,064/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 69.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 190 |
| Total Violent | 462.4/100K |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Murder | 28.9/100K |
| 359% above US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 144.5/100K |
| Assault | 289.0/100K |
| Total Property | 4,826.6/100K |
| 146% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,618.5/100K |
| Theft | 2,919.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 289.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 60.4°F |
| 12% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 46.6 inches |
| 23% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 141 ft (43 m) |
| Area | 7.7 sq mi (19.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 610/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.4131°N, 78.8117°W |
| County FIPS | 37085 |
Winner: Republican by 25.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 21.0% |
| 38% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 82.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.46 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 610/sq mi |
| Total Area | 7.7 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 5 |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 190 |
| Restaurants | 178 |
| Retail Stores | 297 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
| Avg Commute | 28.3 min |
| Work from Home | 6.1% |