Rhodhiss, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Rhodhiss is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 1,062. Residents earn $48,125 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,062 Population 892/sq mi density
$48,125 Median Income $22,127 per capita
$113,400 Home Value $152,372 Zillow
$812 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$48,125 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$113,400 home value, $812/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,125
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $113,400
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.6%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $812
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.7%
10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,062
Median Age27.9 yrs
Density892/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,125
Per Capita$22,127
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty13.7%
County GDP$12,403M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$113,400
Rent$812
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$152,372

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Elevation1,106 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.6%
High School+76.5%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 31%
Commute29 min
Libraries10

Is Rhodhiss a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rhodhiss receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Rhodhiss offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rhodhiss is $48,125, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 13.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rhodhiss is $113,400, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $812 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Rhodhiss enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Rhodhiss has a population of 1,062 with a density of 892 people per square mile. The median age is 27.9 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89%).

Population

1,062
Total Population
892
People / sq mi
27.9yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Rhodhiss vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.2%
12% above US avg
Spanish11.8%
12% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rhodhiss vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rhodhiss is $48,125, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Rhodhiss vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,125
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,127
Avg Weekly Wage$1,072
IRS Avg AGI$74,807

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.7%
10% above US avg
Establishments (County)5,206
County GDP$12,403M

Business (County)

Restaurants375
Healthcare434
Retail688
Manufacturing358

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,232
21% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Work from Home1.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Rhodhiss is $113,400, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $812 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $152,372.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$113,400
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$152,372

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$812
30% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,232
21% above US avg
Effective Rate3.73%
In Rhodhiss, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.0% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.6%
5% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.9%
Checkup Rate76.9%
Premature Death11,084/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access61.5%
Healthcare Facilities434

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31

Safety Score

Rhodhiss has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average59.0°F
9% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.2 inches
24% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,106 ft (337 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density892/sq mi
Coordinates35.7655°N, 81.4322°W
County FIPS37035
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.6%
D 30.6%

Winner: Republican by 38 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.6%
80% below US avg
High School+76.5%
School Test Score5.46
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density892/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities434
Restaurants375
Retail Stores688

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Work from Home1.5%

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