Nebo, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Nebo is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 1,608. Residents earn $47,907 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,608 Population 303/sq mi density
$47,907 Median Income $22,594 per capita
$104,100 Home Value $353,162 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$47,907 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$104,100 home value
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,907
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $104,100
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,608
Median Age50.1 yrs
Density303/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,907
Per Capita$22,594
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$3,724M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$104,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$353,162

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.5%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.5 in/yr
Elevation1,242 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+69.0%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute27 min
Libraries3

Is Nebo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nebo receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Nebo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nebo is $47,907, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nebo is $104,100, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Nebo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Nebo has a population of 1,608 with a density of 303 people per square mile. The median age is 50.1 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 1.3% Black.

Population

1,608
Total Population
303
People / sq mi
50.1yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
5.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Nebo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Nebo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nebo is $47,907, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Nebo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,907
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,594
Avg Weekly Wage$942
IRS Avg AGI$59,014

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,725
County GDP$3,724M

Business (County)

Restaurants158
Healthcare177
Retail253
Manufacturing111

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,828
9% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Nebo is $104,100, 63% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $353,162.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,100
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$353,162

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$184
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio89.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

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-Occupied75.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,828
9% above US avg
Effective Rate3.68%
In Nebo, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.5% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure35.1%
Asthma11.8%
COPD9.6%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity27.9%
Depression29.5%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress15.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.5%
Checkup Rate76.5%
Premature Death11,521/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access59.5%
Healthcare Facilities177

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Nebo has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.9°F
7% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.5 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall4.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,242 ft (379 m)
Area5.3 sq mi (13.7 km²)
Population Density303/sq mi
Coordinates35.7158°N, 81.9139°W
County FIPS37023
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.3%
D 29%

Winner: Republican by 41.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.1%
64% below US avg
High School+69.0%
School Test Score5.46
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density303/sq mi
Total Area5.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities177
Restaurants158
Retail Stores253

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Work from Home2.0%

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