Misenheimer, NC

North Carolina

Misenheimer is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 645. Residents earn $42,917 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
645 Population 398/sq mi density
$42,917 Median Income $14,369 per capita
$189,600 Home Value $249,422 Zillow
$638 Median Rent 24.7% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$42,917 median income, 5.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$189,600 home value, $638/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,917
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $189,600
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.5%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $638
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.1%
22% higher than US avg

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

People

Population645
Median Age20.6 yrs
Density398/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 73%

Economy

C+
Median Income$42,917
Per Capita$14,369
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty15.1%
County GDP$2,785M
Commute16 min

Housing

A
Home Value$189,600
Rent$638
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$249,422
Rent Burden24.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.3 in/yr
Elevation640 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.5%
High School+85.2%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute16 min
Libraries6

Is Misenheimer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Misenheimer receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Misenheimer offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Misenheimer is $42,917, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 15.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Misenheimer is $189,600, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $638 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Misenheimer 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 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Misenheimer has a population of 645 with a density of 398 people per square mile. The median age is 20.6 years, 47% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73%), with 21.2% Black.

Population

645
Total Population
398
People / sq mi
20.6yrs
Median Age
47% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Misenheimer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.9%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.1%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Misenheimer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Misenheimer is $42,917, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Misenheimer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,917
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,369
Avg Weekly Wage$860
IRS Avg AGI$67,178

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.1%
22% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,703
County GDP$2,785M

Business (County)

Restaurants130
Healthcare162
Retail249
Manufacturing85

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,478
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.2 min
Drive Alone57.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Misenheimer is $189,600, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $638 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $249,422.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$189,600
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$249,422

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$638
45% below US avg
Rent Burden24.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,478
1% below US avg
Effective Rate1.83%
In Misenheimer, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.3% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma11.7%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression28.3%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.8%
Checkup Rate77.3%
Premature Death10,233/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access68.0%
Healthcare Facilities162

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Misenheimer 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 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.3°F
12% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.3 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall0.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation640 ft (195 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density398/sq mi
Coordinates35.4770°N, 80.2860°W
County FIPS37167
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%
D 24.2%

Winner: Republican by 50.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.5%
33% below US avg
High School+85.2%
School Test Score5.46
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density398/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities162
Restaurants130
Retail Stores249

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.2 min
Drive Alone57.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

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