North Carolina
Pembroke is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 2,823. Residents earn $22,940 per year, which is 69% below the national average.
Based on current data, Pembroke receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Pembroke has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Pembroke is $22,940, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. The poverty rate of 29.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Pembroke is $114,700, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 629 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 8,568 per 100,000, 337% above the national average.
18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Pembroke enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 98.1% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.9% |
| 86% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $22,940 |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $16,314 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $884 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $45,814 |
| Unemployment | 1.8% |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 29.9% |
| 141% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,176 |
| County GDP | $5,045M |
| Restaurants | 189 |
| Healthcare | 289 |
| Retail | 381 |
| Manufacturing | 58 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,882 |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.51% |
| Commute Time | 19.9 min |
| Work from Home | 5.7% |
| Census Median | $114,700 |
| 59% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $138,385 |
| Median List Price | $140,000 |
| Median List Price | $140,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $117 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 92.5% |
| Price Drops | 33.3% |
| Inventory | 3 |
| Census Median Rent | $700 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
| Owner-Occupied | 29.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,882 |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.51% |
| Obesity | 50.7% |
| 58% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 18.7% |
| Heart Disease | 9.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 44.0% |
| Asthma | 14.9% |
| COPD | 11.7% |
| Stroke | 5.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 11.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 36.0% |
| Depression | 26.1% |
| Mental Distress | 23.0% |
| Physical Distress | 19.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 86.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 80.9% |
| Premature Death | 18,938/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 40.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 289 |
| Total Violent | 628.5/100K |
| 65% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 33.1/100K |
| Robbery | 264.6/100K |
| Assault | 330.8/100K |
| Total Property | 8,567.7/100K |
| 337% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 33.1/100K |
| Theft | 8,269.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 264.6/100K |
| Arson | 165.4/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 59 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 63.5°F |
| 18% above US avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 42.6 inches |
| 12% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 169 ft (52 m) |
| Area | 3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 888/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.6766°N, 79.1934°W |
| County FIPS | 37155 |
Winner: Republican by 27.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 18.3% |
| 46% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 82.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.46 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 888/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.2 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 289 |
| Restaurants | 189 |
| Retail Stores | 381 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 59 |
| Avg Commute | 19.9 min |
| Work from Home | 5.7% |