Potters Hill, NC

North Carolina

Potters Hill is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 548.

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
548 Population 102/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $33,199 per capita
$93,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $93,300
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.4%
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population548
Median Age30.9 yrs
Density102/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 63%
Veterans2.9%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$33,199
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,914M
Commute12 min

Housing

Home Value$93,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain55.5 in/yr
Elevation88 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.4%
High School+96.9%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute12 min
Broadband90.1%
Libraries6

Is Potters Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Potters Hill receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Potters Hill has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Potters Hill is $93,300, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Potters Hill enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Potters Hill has a population of 548 with a density of 102 people per square mile. The median age is 30.9 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (63.3%), with 32.8% Black.

Population

548
Total Population
102
People / sq mi
30.9yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
5.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.1%
Female 38.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Potters Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Potters Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Potters Hill is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Potters Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$33,199
Avg Weekly Wage$884
IRS Avg AGI$51,346

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,178
County GDP$2,914M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare100
Retail168
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,105
11% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.1 min
Drive Alone45.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Potters Hill is $93,300, 67% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$93,300
67% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied40.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,105
11% below US avg
Effective Rate3.33%
In Potters Hill, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 19.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Potters Hill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.3%
4% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity19.2%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate76.7%
Premature Death11,990/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access27.2%
Healthcare Facilities100

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

Potters Hill has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.9°F
13% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.5 inches
46% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation88 ft (27 m)
Area5.4 sq mi (13.9 km²)
Population Density102/sq mi
Coordinates34.9645°N, 77.7032°W
County FIPS37061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29-point margin. 90.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.2%
D 35.2%

Winner: Republican by 29 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.4%
54% below US avg
High School+96.9%
School Test Score5.46
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density102/sq mi
Total Area5.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.1%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities100
Restaurants71
Retail Stores168

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.1 min
Drive Alone45.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%

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