Peletier, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Peletier is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 779. Residents earn $44,375 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
779 Population 215/sq mi density
$44,375 Median Income $30,036 per capita
$151,400 Home Value $376,441 Zillow
$1,082 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$44,375 median income, 7.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$151,400 home value, $1,082/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
21.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,375
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $151,400
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.9%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,082
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.0%
94% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

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

People

Population779
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density215/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

C+
Median Income$44,375
Per Capita$30,036
Unemployment7.0%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$12,502M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$151,400
Rent$1,082
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$376,441

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain60.3 in/yr
Elevation32 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.9%
High School+90.4%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute30 min
Libraries4

Is Peletier a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Peletier receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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. Peletier offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Peletier is $44,375, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Peletier is $151,400, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,082 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Peletier enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Peletier has a population of 779 with a density of 215 people per square mile. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.8%), with 2.4% Hispanic, 1.5% Black.

Population

779
Total Population
215
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Peletier vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Peletier vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Peletier is $44,375, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Peletier vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,375
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,036
Avg Weekly Wage$902
IRS Avg AGI$58,912

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.0%
94% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,377
County GDP$12,502M

Business (County)

Restaurants418
Healthcare300
Retail570
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,811
9% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.9 min
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Peletier is $151,400, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,082 (7% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $376,441.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$151,400
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$376,441
Median List Price$585,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$585,000
$/Sq Ft$157
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio96.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,082
7% 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-Occupied71.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,811
9% above US avg
Effective Rate2.52%
In Peletier, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.6% report depression. 19.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.3%
4% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity19.9%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.4%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death10,505/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access56.4%
Healthcare Facilities300

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Safety Score

Peletier has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.3 inches
59% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation32 ft (10 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.4 km²)
Population Density215/sq mi
Coordinates34.7284°N, 77.0713°W
County FIPS37133
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.5%
D 31.5%

Winner: Republican by 35.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.9%
35% below US avg
High School+90.4%
School Test Score5.46
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density215/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities300
Restaurants418
Retail Stores570

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.9 min
Work from Home6.1%

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