Northchase, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Northchase is a small city in North Carolina with a population of 5,879. Residents earn $56,659 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
5,879 Population 3,418/sq mi density
$56,659 Median Income $23,657 per capita
$286,700 Home Value
$1,342 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$56,659 median income, 14.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$286,700 home value, $1,342/mo rent
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,659
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $286,700
2% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.2%
13% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,342
15% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 14.1%
292% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.9%
4% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,879
Median Age28.9 yrs
Density3,418/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 65%

Economy

C+
Median Income$56,659
Per Capita$23,657
Unemployment14.1%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$21,041M
Commute24 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$286,700
Rent$1,342
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain63.5 in/yr
Elevation34 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.2%
High School+95.9%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute24 min
Libraries4

Is Northchase a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Northchase receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Northchase offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Northchase is $56,659, 25% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.1%, unemployment is notably high. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Northchase is $286,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,342 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Northchase enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 63.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Northchase has a population of 5,879 with a density of 3,418 people per square mile. The median age is 28.9 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.4%), with 29.6% Black.

Population

5,879
Total Population
3,418
People / sq mi
28.9yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.7%
Female 45.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Northchase vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Northchase vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Northchase is $56,659, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Northchase vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,659
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,657
Avg Weekly Wage$1,185
IRS Avg AGI$102,810

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.1%
292% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.9%
4% below US avg
Establishments (County)11,216
County GDP$21,041M

Business (County)

Restaurants821
Healthcare908
Retail1,119
Manufacturing204

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,918
41% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Work from Home19.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Northchase is $286,700, 2% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,342 (15% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$286,700
2% above US avg
Median List Price$380,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$380,000
$/Sq Ft$218
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.5%
Price Drops40.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,342
15% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied43.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,918
41% above US avg
Effective Rate1.72%
In Northchase, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.4% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.9%
9% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure34.7%
Asthma11.6%
COPD8.1%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.3%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death8,454/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access95.4%
Healthcare Facilities908

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Northchase has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 63.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.4°F
16% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall63.5 inches
67% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation34 ft (10 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density3,418/sq mi
Coordinates34.3078°N, 77.8775°W
County FIPS37129
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 38.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.2%
D 49.8%

Winner: Democrat by 0.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.2%
13% above US avg
High School+95.9%
School Test Score5.46
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,418/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities908
Restaurants821
Retail Stores1,119

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Work from Home19.9%

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