Northlakes, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Northlakes is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 1,462. Residents earn $101,461 per year, which is 35% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,462 Population 981/sq mi density
$101,461 Median Income $49,560 per capita
$335,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$101,461 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$335,500 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
57.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $101,461
35% higher than US avg
Home Value $335,500
19% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 57.5%
71% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.6%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,462
Median Age43.4 yrs
Density981/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A+
Median Income$101,461
Per Capita$49,560
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$12,403M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$335,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Elevation1,046 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+57.5%
High School+96.6%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 31%
Commute22 min
Libraries10

Is Northlakes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Northlakes receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Northlakes stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Northlakes is $101,461, which is significantly higher than the national average — 35% above $75,149. This places Northlakes among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Northlakes is $335,500, 19% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Northlakes is a highly educated community — 57.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Northlakes enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Northlakes has a population of 1,462 with a density of 981 people per square mile. The median age is 43.4 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.4%).

Population

1,462
Total Population
981
People / sq mi
43.4yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.1%
Female 44.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Northlakes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.9%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.1%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Northlakes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Northlakes is $101,461, which is 35% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Northlakes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$101,461
35% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,560
Avg Weekly Wage$1,072
IRS Avg AGI$74,807

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,206
County GDP$12,403M

Business (County)

Restaurants375
Healthcare434
Retail688
Manufacturing358

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,232
21% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Work from Home12.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Northlakes is $335,500, 19% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$335,500
19% above US avg
Median List Price$349,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$349,900
$/Sq Ft$251
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio97.2%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory10

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-Occupied85.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,232
21% above US avg
Effective Rate1.26%
In Northlakes, 27.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.3% report depression. 16.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.6%
14% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.7%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity16.9%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress9.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate77.9%
Premature Death11,084/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access61.5%
Healthcare Facilities434

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31

Safety Score

Northlakes has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average59.0°F
9% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.2 inches
24% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,046 ft (319 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density981/sq mi
Coordinates35.7805°N, 81.3678°W
County FIPS37035
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 57.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.6%
D 30.6%

Winner: Republican by 38 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+57.5%
71% above US avg
High School+96.6%
School Test Score5.46
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density981/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities434
Restaurants375
Retail Stores688

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Work from Home12.3%

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