Middleburg, NC

North Carolina

Middleburg is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 179.

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
179 Population 227/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $28,916 per capita
$82,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
F
Overall
1.3 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $82,200
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.3%
87% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.8%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 47.4%
282% higher than US avg

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

People

Population179
Median Age27.8 yrs
Density227/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 5%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$28,916
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty47.4%
County GDP$1,689M
Commute37 min

Housing

Home Value$82,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI40 (Good)
Elevation476 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.3%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 56%
Commute37 min
Broadband47.0%
Libraries1

Is Middleburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Middleburg receives an overall livability score of 1.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. Middleburg faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 47.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Middleburg is $82,200, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Middleburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Middleburg has a population of 179 with a density of 227 people per square mile. The median age is 27.8 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (89.4%), with 4.5% White, 6.1% Hispanic.

Population

179
Total Population
227
People / sq mi
27.8yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Middleburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Middleburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Middleburg is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 47.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Middleburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$28,916
Avg Weekly Wage$909
IRS Avg AGI$50,725

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate47.4%
282% above US avg
Establishments (County)958
County GDP$1,689M

Business (County)

Restaurants66
Healthcare118
Retail171
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,844
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.1 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Middleburg is $82,200, 71% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$82,200
71% 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-Occupied72.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,844
19% below US avg
Effective Rate3.46%
In Middleburg, 41.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.8%
30% above US avg
Diabetes12.7%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure39.1%
Asthma12.3%
COPD5.5%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.9%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate82.4%
Premature Death16,711/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access66.2%
Healthcare Facilities118

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Safety Score

Middleburg has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.7°F
11% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation476 ft (145 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density227/sq mi
Coordinates36.3989°N, 78.3234°W
County FIPS37181
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.4-point margin. 47.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.9%
D 56.3%

Winner: Democrat by 13.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.3%
87% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.46
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density227/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access47.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities118
Restaurants66
Retail Stores171

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.1 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

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