Orrum, NC

North Carolina

Orrum is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 56. Residents earn $23,000 per year, which is 69% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
56 Population 117/sq mi density
$23,000 Median Income $16,005 per capita
$77,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$23,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$77,500 home value
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $23,000
69% lower than US avg
Home Value $77,500
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.0%
94% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.8%
27% higher than US avg

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

People

Population56
Median Age58.0 yrs
Density117/mi²
Male / Female38% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 54%
Veterans51.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$23,000
Per Capita$16,005
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.8%
County GDP$5,045M
Commute12 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.4 in/yr
Elevation96 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.0%
High School+69.4%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 36%
Commute12 min
Broadband30.0%
Libraries7

Is Orrum a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Orrum receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Orrum has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Orrum is $23,000, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Orrum is $77,500, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

2.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Orrum enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Orrum has a population of 56 with a density of 117 people per square mile. The median age is 58.0 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (53.6%), with 14.3% Black.

Population

56
Total Population
117
People / sq mi
58.0yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.5%
Female 62.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Orrum vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.3%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.7%
32% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Orrum vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Orrum is $23,000, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Orrum vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,000
69% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,005
Avg Weekly Wage$884
IRS Avg AGI$45,814

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.8%
27% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,176
County GDP$5,045M

Business (County)

Restaurants189
Healthcare289
Retail381
Manufacturing58

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,882
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Orrum is $77,500, 73% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,500
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

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-Occupied83.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,882
18% below US avg
Effective Rate3.72%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death18,938/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access40.3%
Healthcare Facilities289

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)59

Safety Score

Orrum has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.6°F
14% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.4 inches
35% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation96 ft (29 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density117/sq mi
Coordinates34.4667°N, 79.0089°W
County FIPS37155
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 2.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.7-point margin. 30.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.5%
D 35.8%

Winner: Republican by 27.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.0%
94% below US avg
High School+69.4%
School Test Score5.46
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density117/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access30.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities289
Restaurants189
Retail Stores381

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)59

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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