Pinnacle, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Pinnacle is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 416. Residents earn $30,109 per year, which is 60% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
416 Population 115/sq mi density
$30,109 Median Income $19,885 per capita
N/A Home Value $274,737 Zillow
$540 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$30,109 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$540/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,109
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.1%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $540
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.1%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population416
Median Age54.4 yrs
Density115/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 69%
Veterans29.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$30,109
Per Capita$19,885
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.1%
County GDP$1,756M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$540
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$274,737
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI40 (Good)
Elevation1,038 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.1%
High School+80.6%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute28 min
Broadband94.2%
Libraries4

Is Pinnacle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pinnacle receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Pinnacle offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pinnacle is $30,109, 60% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $540 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Pinnacle enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Pinnacle has a population of 416 with a density of 115 people per square mile. The median age is 54.4 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68.8%), with 2.6% Hispanic, 10.3% Black.

Population

416
Total Population
115
People / sq mi
54.4yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.2%
Female 54.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Pinnacle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.4%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.6%
58% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pinnacle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pinnacle is $30,109, which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Pinnacle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,109
60% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,885
Avg Weekly Wage$803
IRS Avg AGI$61,320

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.1%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)844
County GDP$1,756M

Business (County)

Restaurants58
Healthcare54
Retail113
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,909
17% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $540 (54% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $274,737.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$274,737

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$540
54% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,909
17% below US avg
In Pinnacle, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 20.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.8%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity20.8%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.8%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death12,067/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access65.7%
Healthcare Facilities54

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Pinnacle has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.4°F
6% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,038 ft (316 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.3 km²)
Population Density115/sq mi
Coordinates36.3228°N, 80.4232°W
County FIPS37169
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.6-point margin. 94.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.4%
D 19.8%

Winner: Republican by 59.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.1%
58% below US avg
High School+80.6%
School Test Score5.46
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density115/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.2%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities54
Restaurants58
Retail Stores113

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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