Raemon, NC

North Carolina

Raemon is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 257.

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
257 Population 60/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $18,225 per capita
$81,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $81,600
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.3%
81% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.8%
49% higher than US avg
Unemployment 28.8%
700% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.0%
3% lower than US avg

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

People

Population257
Median Age44.9 yrs
Density60/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans7.9%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$18,225
Unemployment28.8%
Poverty12.0%
County GDP$5,045M
Commute20 min

Housing

Home Value$81,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity47.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease8.0%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.6 in/yr
Elevation162 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.3%
High School+75.3%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 36%
Commute20 min
Broadband64.6%
Libraries7

Is Raemon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Raemon receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Raemon faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 28.8%, unemployment is notably high. 12.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Raemon is $81,600, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Raemon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Raemon has a population of 257 with a density of 60 people per square mile. The median age is 44.9 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (93%), with 2.7% White, 4.3% Black.

Population

257
Total Population
60
People / sq mi
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
4.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.9%
Female 38.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Raemon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Raemon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Raemon is N/A. The unemployment rate is 28.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Raemon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$18,225
Avg Weekly Wage$884
IRS Avg AGI$45,814

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment28.8%
700% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,176
County GDP$5,045M

Business (County)

Restaurants189
Healthcare289
Retail381
Manufacturing58

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,882
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.5 min
Drive Alone95.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Raemon is $81,600, 71% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,600
71% 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,882
18% below US avg
Effective Rate3.53%
In Raemon, 47.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.2% report depression. 35.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.8%
49% above US avg
Diabetes17.2%
Heart Disease8.0%
High Blood Pressure42.7%
Asthma14.3%
COPD11.1%
Stroke5.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.8%
Physical Inactivity35.7%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress22.3%
Physical Distress18.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.3%
Checkup Rate78.9%
Premature Death18,938/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access40.3%
Healthcare Facilities289

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)59

Safety Score

Raemon has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.7°F
18% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.6 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation162 ft (49 m)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.2 km²)
Population Density60/sq mi
Coordinates34.6171°N, 79.3463°W
County FIPS37155
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.7-point margin. 64.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.5%
D 35.8%

Winner: Republican by 27.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.3%
81% below US avg
High School+75.3%
School Test Score5.46
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density60/sq mi
Total Area4.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access64.6%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities289
Restaurants189
Retail Stores381

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)59

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.5 min
Drive Alone95.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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