Sandyfield, NC

North Carolina

Sandyfield is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 683. Residents earn $32,750 per year, which is 56% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
683 Population 216/sq mi density
$32,750 Median Income $18,869 per capita
$83,500 Home Value
$864 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$32,750 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,500 home value, $864/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,750
56% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,500
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.3%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $864
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.3%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 45.7%
269% higher than US avg

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

People

Population683
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density216/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 17%

Economy

C+
Median Income$32,750
Per Capita$18,869
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty45.7%
County GDP$1,918M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,500
Rent$864
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI40 (Good)
Elevation53 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.3%
High School+76.3%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 33%
Commute35 min
Libraries7

Is Sandyfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sandyfield receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Sandyfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sandyfield is $32,750, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. The poverty rate of 45.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sandyfield is $83,500, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $864 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Sandyfield 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Sandyfield has a population of 683 with a density of 216 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (67.6%), with 16.5% White, 6.1% Hispanic.

Population

683
Total Population
216
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.6%
Female 45.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Sandyfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.8%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.2%
61% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sandyfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sandyfield is $32,750, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 45.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Sandyfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,750
56% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,869
Avg Weekly Wage$921
IRS Avg AGI$53,403

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate45.7%
269% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,217
County GDP$1,918M

Business (County)

Restaurants94
Healthcare148
Retail192
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,405
3% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.0 min
Work from Home8.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sandyfield is $83,500, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $864 (26% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,500
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$864
26% 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-Occupied79.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,405
3% below US avg
Effective Rate4.08%
In Sandyfield, 43.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.1% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.3%
35% above US avg
Diabetes14.0%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure42.0%
Asthma12.4%
COPD6.5%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.3%
Physical Inactivity29.9%
Depression21.1%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%
Checkup Rate80.1%
Premature Death16,521/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access38.3%
Healthcare Facilities148

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Safety Score

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

Temperature

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

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation53 ft (16 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²)
Population Density216/sq mi
Coordinates34.3676°N, 78.3038°W
County FIPS37047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.7%
D 32.8%

Winner: Republican by 33.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.3%
75% below US avg
High School+76.3%
School Test Score5.46
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density216/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities148
Restaurants94
Retail Stores192

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.0 min
Work from Home8.0%

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