Richfield, NC

North Carolina

Richfield is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 839. Residents earn $80,536 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
839 Population 347/sq mi density
$80,536 Median Income $31,943 per capita
$212,100 Home Value $315,568 Zillow
$1,071 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$80,536 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$212,100 home value, $1,071/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,536
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $212,100
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.3%
10% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,071
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.4%
32% lower than US avg

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

People

Population839
Median Age31.3 yrs
Density347/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans1.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$80,536
Per Capita$31,943
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty8.4%
County GDP$2,785M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$212,100
Rent$1,071
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$315,568
Rent Burden28.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.3 in/yr
Elevation644 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.3%
High School+90.7%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute24 min
Broadband96.0%
Libraries6

Is Richfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Richfield receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Richfield stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Richfield is $80,536, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Richfield is $212,100, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,071 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

30.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Richfield enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Richfield has a population of 839 with a density of 347 people per square mile. The median age is 31.3 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.9%), with 1.8% Black.

Population

839
Total Population
347
People / sq mi
31.3yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Richfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.6%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.4%
67% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Richfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Richfield is $80,536, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Richfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,536
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,943
Avg Weekly Wage$860
IRS Avg AGI$67,178

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.4%
32% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,703
County GDP$2,785M

Business (County)

Restaurants130
Healthcare162
Retail249
Manufacturing85

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,478
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Drive Alone89.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Richfield is $212,100, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,071 (8% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $315,568.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$212,100
25% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$315,568
Median List Price$360,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$360,000
$/Sq Ft$169
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,071
8% below US avg
Rent Burden28.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,478
1% below US avg
Effective Rate1.64%
In Richfield, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.0% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.8%
12% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.8%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death10,233/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access68.0%
Healthcare Facilities162

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Richfield has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.3°F
12% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.3 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall0.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation644 ft (196 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.3 km²)
Population Density347/sq mi
Coordinates35.4725°N, 80.2595°W
County FIPS37167
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 30.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.9-point margin. 96.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%
D 24.2%

Winner: Republican by 50.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.3%
10% below US avg
High School+90.7%
School Test Score5.46
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density347/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities162
Restaurants130
Retail Stores249

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Drive Alone89.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.1%

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