Ossipee, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Ossipee is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 650. Residents earn $59,076 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
650 Population 1,066/sq mi density
$59,076 Median Income $29,159 per capita
$121,500 Home Value
$775 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$59,076 median income, 11.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$121,500 home value, $775/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,076
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $121,500
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.6%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.3%
214% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.6%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population650
Median Age38.2 yrs
Density1,066/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 76%

Economy

C+
Median Income$59,076
Per Capita$29,159
Unemployment11.3%
Poverty10.6%
County GDP$9,014M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$121,500
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Elevation684 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.6%
High School+83.9%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute27 min
Libraries5

Is Ossipee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ossipee receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Ossipee offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ossipee is $59,076, 21% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.3%, unemployment is notably high. 10.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ossipee is $121,500, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Ossipee enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Ossipee has a population of 650 with a density of 1,066 people per square mile. The median age is 38.2 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.7%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 10.6% Black.

Population

650
Total Population
1,066
People / sq mi
38.2yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ossipee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.0%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.0%
48% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ossipee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ossipee is $59,076, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Ossipee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,076
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,159
Avg Weekly Wage$1,010
IRS Avg AGI$67,841

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.3%
214% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.6%
15% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,409
County GDP$9,014M

Business (County)

Restaurants370
Healthcare393
Retail609
Manufacturing189

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,444
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.0 min
Work from Home8.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Ossipee is $121,500, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,500
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below 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-Occupied84.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,444
2% below US avg
Effective Rate2.83%
In Ossipee, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.2% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma11.2%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity19.7%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.5%
Checkup Rate78.3%
Premature Death9,571/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access80.6%
Healthcare Facilities393

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25

Safety Score

Ossipee has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.8°F
11% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.9 inches
21% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation684 ft (208 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density1,066/sq mi
Coordinates36.1663°N, 79.5169°W
County FIPS37001
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.5%
D 45.4%

Winner: Republican by 8.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.6%
66% below US avg
High School+83.9%
School Test Score5.46
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,066/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities393
Restaurants370
Retail Stores609

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.0 min
Work from Home8.8%

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