Love Valley, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Love Valley is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 155. Residents earn $26,750 per year, which is 64% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
155 Population 152/sq mi density
$26,750 Median Income $24,075 per capita
$92,500 Home Value
$554 Median Rent 40.8% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.1 / 5.0
$26,750 median income, 10.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$92,500 home value, $554/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,750
64% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,500
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.6%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $554
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.6%
194% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 37.8%
205% higher than US avg

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

People

Population155
Median Age55.0 yrs
Density152/mi²
Male / Female45% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans15.7%

Economy

F
Median Income$26,750
Per Capita$24,075
Unemployment10.6%
Poverty37.8%
County GDP$13,548M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,500
Rent$554
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden40.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.5%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Elevation1,497 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.6%
High School+81.0%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute28 min
Broadband97.0%
Libraries4

Is Love Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Love Valley receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Love Valley has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Love Valley is $26,750, 64% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 37.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Love Valley is $92,500, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $554 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Love Valley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Love Valley has a population of 155 with a density of 152 people per square mile. The median age is 55.0 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%), with 4.5% Hispanic.

Population

155
Total Population
152
People / sq mi
55.0yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.5%
Female 55.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Love Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.2%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.8%
34% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Love Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Love Valley is $26,750, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 37.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Love Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,750
64% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,075
Avg Weekly Wage$1,217
IRS Avg AGI$95,184

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.6%
194% above US avg
Poverty Rate37.8%
205% above US avg
Establishments (County)7,123
County GDP$13,548M

Business (County)

Restaurants415
Healthcare537
Retail676
Manufacturing296

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,650
33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.4 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Love Valley is $92,500, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $554 (52% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,500
67% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$554
52% below US avg
Rent Burden40.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,650
33% above US avg
Effective Rate5.03%
In Love Valley, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.5% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Love Valley vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.7%
8% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure34.4%
Asthma11.7%
COPD8.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression29.5%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.5%
Checkup Rate76.7%
Premature Death8,077/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access66.8%
Healthcare Facilities537

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

Love Valley has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.4°F
6% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall4.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,497 ft (456 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density152/sq mi
Coordinates35.9897°N, 80.9726°W
County FIPS37097
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.6-point margin. 97.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.9%
D 33.2%

Winner: Republican by 32.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.6%
66% below US avg
High School+81.0%
School Test Score5.46
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density152/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities537
Restaurants415
Retail Stores676

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.4 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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