Peachland, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Peachland is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 437. Residents earn $69,375 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
437 Population 433/sq mi density
$69,375 Median Income $26,937 per capita
$127,900 Home Value $225,845 Zillow
$867 Median Rent 20.0% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$69,375 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$127,900 home value, $867/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,375
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $127,900
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.2%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $867
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.5%
64% lower than US avg

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

People

Population437
Median Age40.9 yrs
Density433/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 44%
Veterans5.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,375
Per Capita$26,937
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$1,165M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$127,900
Rent$867
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$225,845
Rent Burden20.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.8 in/yr
Elevation464 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.2%
High School+69.9%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute31 min
Broadband87.4%
Libraries2

Is Peachland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Peachland receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Peachland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Peachland is $69,375, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Peachland is $127,900, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $867 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Peachland enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Peachland has a population of 437 with a density of 433 people per square mile. The median age is 40.9 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (49.4%), with 43.5% White.

Population

437
Total Population
433
People / sq mi
40.9yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62%
Female 38%

Race & Ethnicity

Peachland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Peachland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Peachland is $69,375, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Peachland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,375
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,937
Avg Weekly Wage$922
IRS Avg AGI$47,223

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% below US avg
Establishments (County)498
County GDP$1,165M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare44
Retail62
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,459
30% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.5 min
Drive Alone67.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Peachland is $127,900, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $867 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $225,845.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$127,900
55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$225,845
Median List Price$319,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$319,900
$/Sq Ft$207
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$867
25% below US avg
Rent Burden20.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,459
30% below US avg
Effective Rate1.92%
In Peachland, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 29.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure38.0%
Asthma12.6%
COPD9.0%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.6%
Physical Inactivity29.8%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress15.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.3%
Checkup Rate77.8%
Premature Death15,560/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access36.0%
Healthcare Facilities44

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Peachland has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.7°F
14% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.8 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall3.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation464 ft (141 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density433/sq mi
Coordinates34.9931°N, 80.2660°W
County FIPS37007
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.5-point margin. 87.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.9%
D 48.4%

Winner: Republican by 2.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.2%
55% below US avg
High School+69.9%
School Test Score5.46
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density433/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.4%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities44
Restaurants34
Retail Stores62

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.5 min
Drive Alone67.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

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