Lowgap, NC

North Carolina

Lowgap is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 226. Residents earn $68,750 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
226 Population 198/sq mi density
$68,750 Median Income $21,700 per capita
N/A Home Value $216,421 Zillow
$706 Median Rent 25.6% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$68,750 median income, 11.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$706/mo rent
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,750
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $706
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.2%
211% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population226
Median Age46.3 yrs
Density198/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 75%

Economy

B
Median Income$68,750
Per Capita$21,700
Unemployment11.2%
Poverty0.0%
Commute51 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$706
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$216,421
Rent Burden25.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Elevation1,444 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+82.4%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 28%
Commute51 min
Broadband68.0%
Libraries1

Is Lowgap a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lowgap receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times, high obesity rates. Lowgap stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lowgap is $68,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 11.2%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 51 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $706 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Lowgap experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Lowgap has a population of 226 with a density of 198 people per square mile. The median age is 46.3 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.8%).

Population

226
Total Population
198
People / sq mi
46.3yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.2%
Female 43.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Lowgap vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.4%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.6%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lowgap vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lowgap is $68,750, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 51 minutes.

Income: Lowgap vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,750
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,700
Avg Weekly Wage$801
IRS Avg AGI$48,395

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.2%
211% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)400

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare54
Retail74
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,829
9% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time50.9 min
Drive Alone59.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $706 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $216,421.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$216,421

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$706
39% below US avg
Rent Burden25.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied48.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,829
9% above US avg
In Lowgap, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.1% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.3%
Asthma11.3%
COPD8.7%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity26.9%
Depression29.1%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate75.4%
Premature Death19,228/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access98.4%
Healthcare Facilities54

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Lowgap has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,444 ft (440 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density198/sq mi
Coordinates36.5250°N, 80.8712°W
County FIPS51640
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.9-point margin. 68.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.6%
D 27.7%

Winner: Republican by 43.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+82.4%
School Test Score5.46
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density198/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities54
Restaurants33
Retail Stores74

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute50.9 min
Drive Alone59.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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