Rennert, NC

North Carolina

Rennert is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 267.

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
267 Population 243/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $22,211 per capita
$45,800 Home Value
$656 Median Rent 31.3% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $45,800
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.7%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $656
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 52.0%
62% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.4%
16% lower than US avg

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

People

Population267
Median Age33.3 yrs
Density243/mi²
Male / Female35% / 65%
Largest GroupWhite 7%
Veterans2.7%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$22,211
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty10.4%
County GDP$5,045M
Commute26 min

Housing

Home Value$45,800
Rent$656
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden31.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity52.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease10.0%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain50.8 in/yr
Elevation183 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.7%
High School+78.2%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 36%
Commute26 min
Broadband87.5%
Libraries7

Is Rennert a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rennert receives an overall livability score of 1.7 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. Rennert faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rennert is $45,800, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $656 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Rennert enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Rennert has a population of 267 with a density of 243 people per square mile. The median age is 33.3 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (55.1%), with 6.7% White, 13.1% Black.

Population

267
Total Population
243
People / sq mi
33.3yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.2%
Female 64.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Rennert vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.6%
1% above US avg
Spanish20.4%
52% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Rennert vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rennert is N/A. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Rennert vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$22,211
Avg Weekly Wage$884
IRS Avg AGI$45,814

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.4%
16% 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 Rate6.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.1 min
Drive Alone86.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Rennert is $45,800, 84% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $656 (44% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$45,800
84% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$656
44% below US avg
Rent Burden31.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,882
18% below US avg
Effective Rate6.29%
In Rennert, 52.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.0% report depression. 41.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity52.0%
62% above US avg
Diabetes20.3%
Heart Disease10.0%
High Blood Pressure47.0%
Asthma13.6%
COPD12.4%
Stroke6.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking11.4%
Physical Inactivity41.3%
Depression23.0%
Mental Distress22.2%
Physical Distress20.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.0%
Checkup Rate79.5%
Premature Death18,938/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)59

Safety Score

Rennert has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.8 inches
34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation183 ft (56 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density243/sq mi
Coordinates34.8141°N, 79.0791°W
County FIPS37155
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.7-point margin. 87.5% 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+8.7%
74% below US avg
High School+78.2%
School Test Score5.46
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density243/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.5%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities289
Restaurants189
Retail Stores381

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)59

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.1 min
Drive Alone86.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.8%

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