Snow Hill, NC

North Carolina

Snow Hill is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 2,102. Residents earn $41,125 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,102 Population 1,347/sq mi density
$41,125 Median Income $19,624 per capita
$121,300 Home Value $172,676 Zillow
$826 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
376 Violent Crime/100K 2,760 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$41,125 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$121,300 home value, $826/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
376 violent crimes/100K (1% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,125
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $121,300
57% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 376/100K
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.6%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $826
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.2%
41% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.1%
110% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,102
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density1,347/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 34%

Economy

C+
Median Income$41,125
Per Capita$19,624
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty26.1%
County GDP$626M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$121,300
Rent$826
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$172,676

Crime

F
Violent376/100K
Property2,760/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault376/100K
Burglary376/100K

Health

Obesity45.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain50.6 in/yr
Elevation71 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.6%
High School+81.2%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 41%
Commute24 min
Libraries1

Is Snow Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Snow Hill receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Snow Hill has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Snow Hill is $41,125, 45% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 26.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Snow Hill is $121,300, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $826 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Snow Hill is below the national average at 376 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,760 per 100,000, 41% above the national average.

Education

15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Snow Hill enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Snow Hill has a population of 2,102 with a density of 1,347 people per square mile. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (47.1%), with 33.8% White, 5.5% Hispanic.

Population

2,102
Total Population
1,347
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%
Female 46.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Snow Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.2%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.8%
27% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Snow Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Snow Hill is $41,125, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Snow Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,125
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,624
Avg Weekly Wage$929
IRS Avg AGI$48,647

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate26.1%
110% above US avg
Establishments (County)380
County GDP$626M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare46
Retail39
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,717
22% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Work from Home12.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Snow Hill is $121,300, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $826 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $172,676.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,300
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$172,676

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$826
29% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied51.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,717
22% below US avg
Effective Rate2.24%
In Snow Hill, 45.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.8% report depression. 34.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Snow Hill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.2%
41% above US avg
Diabetes15.9%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure42.4%
Asthma12.3%
COPD9.7%
Stroke5.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.5%
Physical Inactivity34.3%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.4%
Checkup Rate78.9%
Premature Death9,574/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access75.2%
Healthcare Facilities46
Snow Hill has a violent crime rate of 376 per 100,000 residents, 1% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,760 per 100,000 (41% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent376.4/100K
1% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault376.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,760.4/100K
41% above US avg
Burglary376.4/100K
Theft2,383.9/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Snow Hill has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.7°F
14% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.6 inches
33% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation71 ft (22 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density1,347/sq mi
Coordinates35.4505°N, 77.6768°W
County FIPS37079
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.8%
D 40.7%

Winner: Republican by 18.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.6%
54% below US avg
High School+81.2%
School Test Score5.46
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,347/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants18
Retail Stores39

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Work from Home12.2%

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