Seagrove, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Seagrove is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 347. Residents earn $72,689 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
347 Population 302/sq mi density
$72,689 Median Income $26,801 per capita
$158,900 Home Value $198,864 Zillow
$675 Median Rent 37.5% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$72,689 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$158,900 home value, $675/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,689
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $158,900
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.4%
16% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population347
Median Age36.4 yrs
Density302/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans3.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,689
Per Capita$26,801
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$5,991M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$158,900
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$198,864
Rent Burden37.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.5%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.6 in/yr
Elevation724 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.4%
High School+93.1%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute18 min
Broadband91.9%
Libraries7

Is Seagrove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Seagrove receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Seagrove stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Seagrove is $72,689, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Seagrove is $158,900, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Seagrove enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Seagrove has a population of 347 with a density of 302 people per square mile. The median age is 36.4 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%), with 2.9% Hispanic.

Population

347
Total Population
302
People / sq mi
36.4yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.2%
Female 39.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Seagrove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Seagrove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Seagrove is $72,689, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Seagrove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,689
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,801
Avg Weekly Wage$994
IRS Avg AGI$60,662

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,042
County GDP$5,991M

Business (County)

Restaurants232
Healthcare214
Retail380
Manufacturing282

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,417
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.0 min
Drive Alone60.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Seagrove is $158,900, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $198,864.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$158,900
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$198,864

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% below US avg
Rent Burden37.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,417
2% below US avg
Effective Rate2.15%
In Seagrove, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.5% report depression. 28.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure34.1%
Asthma11.8%
COPD8.9%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity28.5%
Depression30.5%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Checkup Rate76.7%
Premature Death12,479/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access56.3%
Healthcare Facilities214

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23

Safety Score

Seagrove has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average59.0°F
9% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.6 inches
23% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation724 ft (221 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density302/sq mi
Coordinates35.5395°N, 79.7814°W
County FIPS37151
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 28.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.2-point margin. 91.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.3%
D 21%

Winner: Republican by 57.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.4%
16% below US avg
High School+93.1%
School Test Score5.46
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density302/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.9%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities214
Restaurants232
Retail Stores380

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.0 min
Drive Alone60.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%

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