North Carolina
Silver City is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 789. Residents earn $16,466 per year, which is 78% below the national average.
Based on current data, Silver City receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Silver City faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
The median household income in Silver City is $16,466, 78% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 69.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Silver City is $153,200, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $958 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Silver City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 99.0% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.0% |
| 93% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $16,466 |
| 78% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $10,485 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $962 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $48,542 |
| Unemployment | 3.2% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 69.3% |
| 459% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 706 |
| County GDP | $1,560M |
| Restaurants | 60 |
| Healthcare | 109 |
| Retail | 141 |
| Manufacturing | 35 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,791 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.82% |
| Commute Time | 19.8 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $153,200 |
| 46% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $958 |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 49.3% |
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
| Owner-Occupied | 54.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,791 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.82% |
| Obesity | 46.5% |
| 45% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 18.3% |
| Heart Disease | 7.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 47.7% |
| Asthma | 13.6% |
| COPD | 9.1% |
| Stroke | 5.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 10.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 36.8% |
| Depression | 23.0% |
| Mental Distress | 21.1% |
| Physical Distress | 16.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 85.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 82.6% |
| Premature Death | 16,835/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 64.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 109 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| Annual Average | 60.4°F |
| 12% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 48.6 inches |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 2.8 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 214 ft (65 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 530/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.9972°N, 79.2292°W |
| County FIPS | 37165 |
Winner: Republican by 6.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 7.4% |
| 78% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 69.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.46 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 530/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.5 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 109 |
| Restaurants | 60 |
| Retail Stores | 141 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| Avg Commute | 19.8 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |