North Carolina
Lumberton is a small city in North Carolina with a population of 19,220. Residents earn $43,114 per year, which is 43% below the national average.
Based on current data, Lumberton receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Lumberton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Lumberton is $43,114, 43% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 23.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Lumberton is $140,100, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $824 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 1,659 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 13,772 per 100,000, 603% above the national average.
21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Lumberton 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. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 89.9% |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 10.1% |
| 25% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $43,114 |
| 43% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,470 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $884 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $45,814 |
| Unemployment | 3.9% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 23.3% |
| 88% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,176 |
| County GDP | $5,045M |
| Restaurants | 189 |
| Healthcare | 289 |
| Retail | 381 |
| Manufacturing | 58 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,882 |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.06% |
| Commute Time | 18.9 min |
| Work from Home | 4.5% |
| Census Median | $140,100 |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $142,893 |
| Median List Price | $189,900 |
| Median List Price | $189,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $107 |
| Homes Sold | 9 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.0% |
| Price Drops | 23.4% |
| Inventory | 47 |
| Census Median Rent | $824 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
| Owner-Occupied | 45.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,882 |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.06% |
| Obesity | 47.9% |
| 49% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.7% |
| Heart Disease | 7.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 43.7% |
| Asthma | 12.5% |
| COPD | 10.2% |
| Stroke | 5.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 11.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 35.2% |
| Depression | 22.6% |
| Mental Distress | 20.0% |
| Physical Distress | 16.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 87.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 80.4% |
| Premature Death | 18,938/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 40.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 289 |
| Total Violent | 1,659.3/100K |
| 337% above US avg | |
| Murder | 50.3/100K |
| 698% above US avg | |
| Rape | 50.3/100K |
| Robbery | 544.0/100K |
| Assault | 1,014.8/100K |
| Total Property | 13,772.5/100K |
| 603% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 2,934.6/100K |
| Theft | 10,202.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 635.4/100K |
| Arson | 13.7/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 59 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 62.5°F |
| 16% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 50.8 inches |
| 34% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 134 ft (41 m) |
| Area | 18.2 sq mi (47.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,055/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.6306°N, 79.0186°W |
| County FIPS | 37155 |
Winner: Republican by 27.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 21.3% |
| 37% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 79.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.46 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,055/sq mi |
| Total Area | 18.2 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 5 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 7 |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 289 |
| Restaurants | 189 |
| Retail Stores | 381 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 59 |
| Avg Commute | 18.9 min |
| Work from Home | 4.5% |