Median Income
$61,339
18% lower than US avg
Home Value
$115,900
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
2.4%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,357
17% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
31.9%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment
2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.3%
57% lower than US avg
How Seadrift Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,664
Median Age32.1 yrs
Density1,300/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Economy
A
Median Income$61,339
Per Capita$35,271
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$5,127M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$115,900
Rent$1,357
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$193,642
Health
Obesity31.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp71°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain41.9 in/yr
Elevation11 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+2.4%
High School+64.9%
School Score5.10
Community
2024 VoteR 76% / D 24%
Commute23 min
Libraries4
Is Seadrift a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Seadrift receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Seadrift offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Seadrift is $61,339, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Seadrift is $115,900, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,357 per month. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
2.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 64.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Seadrift has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Seadrift has a population of 1,664 with a density of 1,300 people per square mile. The median age is 32.1 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.8%), with 4.5% Hispanic.
Population
32.1yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 73.6% |
| 6% below US avg |
| Spanish | 26.4% |
| 97% above US avg |
The median household income in Seadrift is $61,339, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $61,339 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,271 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,611 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,236 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.3% |
| 57% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 687 |
| County GDP | $5,127M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 76 |
| Healthcare | 31 |
| Retail | 66 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,647 |
| 33% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.01% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.2 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Seadrift is $115,900, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,357 (17% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $193,642.
Home Values
| Census Median | $115,900 |
| 59% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $193,642 |
| Median List Price | $107,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $107,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $265 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 94.5% |
| Price Drops | 20.0% |
| Inventory | 15 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,357 |
| 17% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,647 |
| 33% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.01% |
In Seadrift, 31.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Seadrift vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.9% |
| 1% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.9% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 5.4% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.1% |
| Depression | 22.6% |
| Mental Distress | 18.1% |
| Physical Distress | 12.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 81.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.4% |
| Premature Death | 9,452/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 66.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 31 |
Crime Rates: Seadrift vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
Safety Score
Seadrift has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
54°F Jan (12°C)
83°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 70.8°F |
| 31% above US avg |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (29°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 41.9 inches |
| 10% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 11 ft (3 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,300/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.4132°N, 96.7167°W |
| County FIPS | 48057 |