Pollocksville, NC

North Carolina

Pollocksville is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 363. Residents earn $58,250 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
363 Population 1,171/sq mi density
$58,250 Median Income $25,916 per capita
$145,500 Home Value $131,087 Zillow
$711 Median Rent 28.2% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$58,250 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$145,500 home value, $711/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,250
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $145,500
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.0%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $711
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.6%
10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population363
Median Age30.6 yrs
Density1,171/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 52%
Veterans11.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$58,250
Per Capita$25,916
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty13.6%
County GDP$307M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$145,500
Rent$711
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$131,087
Rent Burden28.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain57.2 in/yr
Elevation21 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.0%
High School+97.7%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute23 min
Broadband88.3%
Libraries4

Is Pollocksville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pollocksville receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Pollocksville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pollocksville is $58,250, 22% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pollocksville is $145,500, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $711 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Pollocksville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Pollocksville has a population of 363 with a density of 1,171 people per square mile. The median age is 30.6 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (51.5%), with 30.9% Black.

Population

363
Total Population
1,171
People / sq mi
30.6yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Pollocksville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.9%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.1%
47% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pollocksville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pollocksville is $58,250, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Pollocksville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,250
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,916
Avg Weekly Wage$926
IRS Avg AGI$52,814

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.6%
10% above US avg
Establishments (County)212
County GDP$307M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare12
Retail20
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,715
22% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.1 min
Drive Alone82.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Pollocksville is $145,500, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $711 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $131,087.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$145,500
48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$131,087

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$711
39% below US avg
Rent Burden28.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,715
22% below US avg
Effective Rate1.87%
In Pollocksville, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 30.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure37.9%
Asthma12.2%
COPD8.7%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.6%
Physical Inactivity30.2%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.2%
Checkup Rate78.2%
Premature Death12,786/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access64.6%
Healthcare Facilities12

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Pollocksville has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.0°F
17% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.2 inches
50% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation21 ft (6 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,171/sq mi
Coordinates35.0060°N, 77.2222°W
County FIPS37103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.7-point margin. 88.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 36.8%

Winner: Republican by 25.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.0%
23% below US avg
High School+97.7%
School Test Score5.46
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,171/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.3%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants7
Retail Stores20

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.1 min
Drive Alone82.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.1%

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