Sneads Ferry, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Sneads Ferry is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 2,556. Residents earn $59,783 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
2,556 Population 673/sq mi density
$59,783 Median Income $30,248 per capita
$233,500 Home Value $367,949 Zillow
$1,605 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$59,783 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$233,500 home value, $1,605/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,783
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $233,500
17% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.3%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,605
38% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.7%
19% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,556
Median Age38.1 yrs
Density673/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

B+
Median Income$59,783
Per Capita$30,248
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty14.7%
County GDP$12,502M
Commute32 min

Housing

A
Home Value$233,500
Rent$1,605
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$367,949

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain56.5 in/yr
Elevation6 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.3%
High School+92.4%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute32 min
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Sneads Ferry a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sneads Ferry receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Sneads Ferry offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sneads Ferry is $59,783, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. 14.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sneads Ferry is $233,500, 17% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,605 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Sneads Ferry enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Sneads Ferry has a population of 2,556 with a density of 673 people per square mile. The median age is 38.1 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.7%), with 11.5% Hispanic, 4.7% Black.

Population

2,556
Total Population
673
People / sq mi
38.1yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.4%
Female 44.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Sneads Ferry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.4%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.6%
36% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sneads Ferry vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sneads Ferry is $59,783, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Sneads Ferry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,783
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,248
Avg Weekly Wage$902
IRS Avg AGI$58,912

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.7%
19% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,377
County GDP$12,502M

Business (County)

Restaurants418
Healthcare300
Retail570
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,811
9% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.5 min
Work from Home16.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Sneads Ferry is $233,500, 17% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,605 (38% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $367,949.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$233,500
17% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$367,949
Median List Price$391,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$391,000
$/Sq Ft$219
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio97.8%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,605
38% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,826

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,811
9% above US avg
Effective Rate1.63%
In Sneads Ferry, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.3% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Sneads Ferry vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.9%
9% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.8%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.7%
Checkup Rate78.7%
Premature Death10,505/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access56.4%
Healthcare Facilities300

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Safety Score

Sneads Ferry has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.6°F
18% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.5 inches
49% above US avg
Snowfall0.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6 ft (2 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.8 km²)
Population Density673/sq mi
Coordinates34.5552°N, 77.3776°W
County FIPS37133
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.5%
D 31.5%

Winner: Republican by 35.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.3%
40% below US avg
High School+92.4%
School Test Score5.46
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density673/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities300
Restaurants418
Retail Stores570

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.5 min
Work from Home16.8%

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