North Carolina
Scotland Neck is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 2,087. Residents earn $18,202 per year, which is 76% below the national average.
Based on current data, Scotland Neck receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Scotland Neck has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Scotland Neck is $18,202, 76% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 32.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Scotland Neck is $76,100, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $557 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 1,150 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,300 per 100,000, 68% above the national average.
14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Scotland Neck enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 97.4% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.6% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $18,202 |
| 76% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $21,193 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $905 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,123 |
| Unemployment | 5.5% |
| 53% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 32.7% |
| 164% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,094 |
| County GDP | $1,936M |
| Restaurants | 99 |
| Healthcare | 132 |
| Retail | 211 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,220 |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.23% |
| Commute Time | 38.1 min |
| Work from Home | 7.3% |
| Census Median | $76,100 |
| 73% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $73,427 |
| Census Median Rent | $557 |
| 52% below US avg |
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
| Owner-Occupied | 43.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,220 |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.23% |
| Obesity | 43.1% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 43.4% |
| Asthma | 13.0% |
| COPD | 8.5% |
| Stroke | 4.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 12.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.7% |
| Depression | 22.8% |
| Mental Distress | 20.4% |
| Physical Distress | 15.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 80.6% |
| Premature Death | 15,815/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 51.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 132 |
| Total Violent | 1,150.0/100K |
| 203% above US avg | |
| Murder | 100.0/100K |
| 1487% above US avg | |
| Rape | 100.0/100K |
| Robbery | 150.0/100K |
| Assault | 800.0/100K |
| Total Property | 3,300.0/100K |
| 68% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,350.0/100K |
| Theft | 1,650.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 300.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 14 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.1°F |
| 13% above US avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 49.5 inches |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.6 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 101 ft (31 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,754/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.1308°N, 77.4214°W |
| County FIPS | 37083 |
Winner: Democrat by 17.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 14.2% |
| 58% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 73.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.46 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,754/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.2 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 132 |
| Restaurants | 99 |
| Retail Stores | 211 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 14 |
| Avg Commute | 38.1 min |
| Work from Home | 7.3% |