Long Creek, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Long Creek is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 209.

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
209 Population 104/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $25,913 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 42.1%
240% higher than US avg

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

People

Population209
Median Age52.3 yrs
Density104/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans57.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$25,913
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty42.1%
County GDP$8,081M
Commute26 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI40 (Good)
Elevation14 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.9%
High School+88.3%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute26 min
Broadband67.0%
Libraries5

Is Long Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Long Creek receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Long Creek has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 42.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Education

14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Long Creek enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Long Creek has a population of 209 with a density of 104 people per square mile. The median age is 52.3 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.2%), with 4.8% Black.

Population

209
Total Population
104
People / sq mi
52.3yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Long Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Long Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Long Creek is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 42.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Long Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$25,913
Avg Weekly Wage$994
IRS Avg AGI$84,518

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate42.1%
240% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,448
County GDP$8,081M

Business (County)

Restaurants347
Healthcare248
Retail491
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,085
17% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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)$4,085
17% above US avg
In Long Creek, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Long Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.0%
28% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure39.1%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.0%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death10,048/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access76.8%
Healthcare Facilities248

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Safety Score

Long Creek has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.7°F
16% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation14 ft (4 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density104/sq mi
Coordinates34.4340°N, 78.0172°W
County FIPS37019
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.9-point margin. 67.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62%
D 37.2%

Winner: Republican by 24.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.9%
56% below US avg
High School+88.3%
School Test Score5.46
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density104/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities248
Restaurants347
Retail Stores491

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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