McLeansville, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

McLeansville is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 740.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
740 Population 121/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $38,695 per capita
$166,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $166,300
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.5%
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.8%
108% higher than US avg

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

People

Population740
Median Age62.1 yrs
Density121/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$38,695
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty25.8%
County GDP$46,945M
Commute25 min

Housing

Home Value$166,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Elevation688 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.5%
High School+90.9%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 60%
Commute25 min
EV Stations3
Libraries11

Is McLeansville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McLeansville receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. McLeansville 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 25.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McLeansville is $166,300, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

McLeansville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

McLeansville has a population of 740 with a density of 121 people per square mile. The median age is 62.1 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93%), with 6.1% Black.

Population

740
Total Population
121
People / sq mi
62.1yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
6.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

McLeansville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

McLeansville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McLeansville is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: McLeansville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$38,695
Avg Weekly Wage$1,184
IRS Avg AGI$80,192

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.8%
108% above US avg
Establishments (County)17,452
County GDP$46,945M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,318
Healthcare1,448
Retail1,879
Manufacturing544

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,308
52% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Work from Home1.0%

Walkability

The median home value in McLeansville is $166,300, 41% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$166,300
41% below US avg

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-Occupied82.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,308
52% above US avg
Effective Rate3.19%
In McLeansville, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.2% report depression. 19.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.0%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity19.4%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.7%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death9,267/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access89.5%
Healthcare Facilities1,448

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)62

Safety Score

McLeansville has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.8°F
11% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.9 inches
21% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation688 ft (210 m)
Area6.1 sq mi (15.9 km²)
Population Density121/sq mi
Coordinates36.0976°N, 79.6547°W
County FIPS37081
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 21.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.4%
D 60.2%

Winner: Democrat by 21.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.5%
30% below US avg
High School+90.9%
School Test Score5.46
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density121/sq mi
Total Area6.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities1,448
Restaurants1,318
Retail Stores1,879

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)62

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Work from Home1.0%

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