Pikeville, NC

North Carolina

Pikeville is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 747. Residents earn $61,071 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
747 Population 983/sq mi density
$61,071 Median Income $27,985 per capita
$133,400 Home Value $247,439 Zillow
$1,019 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$61,071 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$133,400 home value, $1,019/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,071
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $133,400
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.2%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,019
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.1%
46% higher than US avg

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

People

Population747
Median Age39.3 yrs
Density983/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 78%

Economy

B+
Median Income$61,071
Per Capita$27,985
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty18.1%
County GDP$5,166M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$133,400
Rent$1,019
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$247,439

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain52.5 in/yr
Elevation136 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.2%
High School+79.2%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute24 min
Libraries7

Is Pikeville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pikeville receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Pikeville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pikeville is $61,071, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 18.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pikeville is $133,400, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,019 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Pikeville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Pikeville has a population of 747 with a density of 983 people per square mile. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.2%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 19.3% Black.

Population

747
Total Population
983
People / sq mi
39.3yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Pikeville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pikeville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pikeville is $61,071, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Pikeville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,071
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,985
Avg Weekly Wage$1,051
IRS Avg AGI$60,414

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.1%
46% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,155
County GDP$5,166M

Business (County)

Restaurants170
Healthcare200
Retail328
Manufacturing85

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,409
3% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Work from Home1.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Pikeville is $133,400, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,019 (12% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $247,439.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$133,400
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$247,439
Median List Price$70,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$70,000
$/Sq Ft$87
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio81.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,019
12% 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-Occupied64.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,409
3% below US avg
Effective Rate2.56%
In Pikeville, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.8%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.9%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death12,403/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access92.5%
Healthcare Facilities200

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Pikeville has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.7°F
12% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.5 inches
38% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation136 ft (41 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density983/sq mi
Coordinates35.4972°N, 77.9878°W
County FIPS37195
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.4%
D 49.8%

Winner: Democrat by 0.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.2%
37% below US avg
High School+79.2%
School Test Score5.46
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density983/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities200
Restaurants170
Retail Stores328

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Work from Home1.5%

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