Salemburg, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Salemburg is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 486. Residents earn $74,375 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
486 Population 463/sq mi density
$74,375 Median Income $30,839 per capita
$166,500 Home Value $127,088 Zillow
$1,108 Median Rent 25.9% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$74,375 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$166,500 home value, $1,108/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,375
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $166,500
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.6%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,108
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population486
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density463/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans10.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$74,375
Per Capita$30,839
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$24,445M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$166,500
Rent$1,108
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$127,088
Rent Burden25.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Elevation167 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.6%
High School+93.0%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 56%
Commute29 min
Broadband84.0%
Libraries8

Is Salemburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Salemburg receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Salemburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Salemburg is $74,375, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.0% 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 Salemburg is $166,500, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,108 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Salemburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Salemburg has a population of 486 with a density of 463 people per square mile. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.3%), with 8.4% Black.

Population

486
Total Population
463
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Salemburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Salemburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Salemburg is $74,375, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Salemburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,375
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,839
Avg Weekly Wage$1,073
IRS Avg AGI$58,191

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,402
County GDP$24,445M

Business (County)

Restaurants758
Healthcare805
Retail1,077
Manufacturing95

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,018
15% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.0 min
Drive Alone84.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Salemburg is $166,500, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,108 (5% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $127,088.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$166,500
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$127,088

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,108
5% below US avg
Rent Burden25.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,018
15% above US avg
Effective Rate2.41%
In Salemburg, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure35.3%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity25.3%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death12,884/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access87.1%
Healthcare Facilities805

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)40

Safety Score

Salemburg has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.9°F
15% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.9 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall1.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density463/sq mi
Coordinates35.0152°N, 78.5028°W
County FIPS37051
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.4-point margin. 84.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.7%
D 56.1%

Winner: Democrat by 13.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.6%
57% below US avg
High School+93.0%
School Test Score5.46
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density463/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities805
Restaurants758
Retail Stores1,077

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)40

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.0 min
Drive Alone84.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

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