Median Income
$129,583
72% higher than US avg
Home Value
$560,500
99% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
29.9%
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
28.7%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment
1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.1%
51% lower than US avg
How North Garden Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population405
Median Age51.6 yrs
Density143/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans3.1%
Economy
A+
Median Income$129,583
Per Capita$58,416
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty6.1%
County GDP$700M
Commute33 min
Housing
A
Home Value$560,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$494,946
Health
Obesity28.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease4.3%
Climate
Avg Temp57°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Elevation653 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+29.9%
High School+83.6%
School Score5.58
Community
2024 VoteR 53% / D 46%
Commute33 min
Broadband84.1%
Libraries1
Is North Garden a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, North Garden receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. North Garden stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in North Garden is $129,583, which is significantly higher than the national average — 72% above $75,149. This places North Garden among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in North Garden is $560,500, making it a premium housing market at 99% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
29.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
North Garden enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
North Garden has a population of 405 with a density of 143 people per square mile. The median age is 51.6 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.4%), with 7.4% Hispanic, 4.2% Black.
Population
51.6yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
North Garden vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.6% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.4% |
| 75% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
North Garden vs U.S. Average
The median household income in North Garden is $129,583, which is 72% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Income: North Garden vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $129,583 |
| 72% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $58,416 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $924 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $76,891 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.1% |
| 51% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 560 |
| County GDP | $700M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Healthcare | 23 |
| Retail | 44 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,245 |
| 21% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.76% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 32.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 77.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 23.0% |
The median home value in North Garden is $560,500, 99% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $494,946.
Home Values
| Census Median | $560,500 |
| 99% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $494,946 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $257 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.1% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,245 |
| 21% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.76% |
In North Garden, 28.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% report depression. 16.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: North Garden vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 28.7% |
| 11% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.2% |
| Heart Disease | 4.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.8% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 3.9% |
| Stroke | 2.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 16.6% |
| Depression | 21.6% |
| Mental Distress | 14.6% |
| Physical Distress | 9.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.8% |
| Premature Death | 8,481/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 51.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 23 |
Crime Rates: North Garden vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
North Garden has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
37°F Jan (3°C)
76°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 56.8°F |
| 5% above US avg |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 46.3 inches |
| 22% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 653 ft (199 m) |
| Area | 2.8 sq mi (7.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 143/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.9627°N, 78.6311°W |
| County FIPS | 51125 |