Lumber Bridge, NC

North Carolina

Lumber Bridge is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 65. Residents earn $63,750 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
65 Population 97/sq mi density
$63,750 Median Income $32,103 per capita
$160,000 Home Value $217,342 Zillow
$1,042 Median Rent 21.3% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$63,750 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$160,000 home value, $1,042/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,750
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $160,000
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.0%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,042
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.8%
13% lower than US avg

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

People

Population65
Median Age43.8 yrs
Density97/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans52.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,750
Per Capita$32,103
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty10.8%
County GDP$5,045M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$160,000
Rent$1,042
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$217,342
Rent Burden21.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.6 in/yr
Elevation195 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.0%
High School+88.0%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 36%
Commute13 min
Broadband35.0%
Libraries7

Is Lumber Bridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lumber Bridge receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Lumber Bridge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lumber Bridge is $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 10.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lumber Bridge is $160,000, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,042 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Lumber Bridge enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Lumber Bridge has a population of 65 with a density of 97 people per square mile. The median age is 43.8 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.4%), with 9.2% Hispanic, 9.2% Black.

Population

65
Total Population
97
People / sq mi
43.8yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40%
Female 60%

Race & Ethnicity

Lumber Bridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Lumber Bridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lumber Bridge is $63,750, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Lumber Bridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,750
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,103
Avg Weekly Wage$884
IRS Avg AGI$45,814

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.8%
13% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,176
County GDP$5,045M

Business (County)

Restaurants189
Healthcare289
Retail381
Manufacturing58

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,882
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.9 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Lumber Bridge is $160,000, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,042 (10% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $217,342.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,000
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$217,342

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,042
10% below US avg
Rent Burden21.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,882
18% below US avg
Effective Rate1.80%
In Lumber Bridge, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.3% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lumber Bridge vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.8%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death18,938/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access40.3%
Healthcare Facilities289

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)59

Safety Score

Lumber Bridge has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.6 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall2.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation195 ft (59 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density97/sq mi
Coordinates34.8899°N, 79.0723°W
County FIPS37155
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.7-point margin. 35.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.5%
D 35.8%

Winner: Republican by 27.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.0%
64% below US avg
High School+88.0%
School Test Score5.46
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density97/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access35.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities289
Restaurants189
Retail Stores381

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)59

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.9 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.1%

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