Momeyer, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Momeyer is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 415. Residents earn $59,375 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
415 Population 377/sq mi density
$59,375 Median Income $24,355 per capita
$91,500 Home Value
$811 Median Rent 30.0% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$59,375 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$91,500 home value, $811/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,375
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $91,500
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.6%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $811
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.4%
40% higher than US avg

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

People

Population415
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density377/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$59,375
Per Capita$24,355
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty17.4%
County GDP$11,573M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$91,500
Rent$811
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden30.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain49.9 in/yr
Elevation260 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.6%
High School+88.3%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute24 min
Broadband86.4%
Libraries7

Is Momeyer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Momeyer receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Momeyer offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Momeyer is $59,375, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 17.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Momeyer is $91,500, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $811 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Momeyer enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Momeyer has a population of 415 with a density of 377 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.5%), with 23.6% Black.

Population

415
Total Population
377
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Momeyer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Momeyer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Momeyer is $59,375, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Momeyer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,375
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,355
Avg Weekly Wage$1,064
IRS Avg AGI$73,009

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.4%
40% above US avg
Establishments (County)5,104
County GDP$11,573M

Business (County)

Restaurants352
Healthcare353
Retail575
Manufacturing117

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,488
0% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.0 min
Drive Alone80.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Momeyer is $91,500, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $811 (30% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$91,500
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$811
30% below US avg
Rent Burden30.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,488
0% below US avg
Effective Rate3.81%
In Momeyer, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.6% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.9%
9% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.6%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.9%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death8,163/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access96.8%
Healthcare Facilities353

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35

Safety Score

Momeyer has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.7°F
12% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.9 inches
31% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation260 ft (79 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density377/sq mi
Coordinates35.9600°N, 78.0481°W
County FIPS37101
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.5-point margin. 86.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.2%
D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 21.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.6%
80% below US avg
High School+88.3%
School Test Score5.46
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density377/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.4%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities353
Restaurants352
Retail Stores575

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.0 min
Drive Alone80.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

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