South Mills, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

South Mills is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 294. Residents earn $73,676 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
294 Population 164/sq mi density
$73,676 Median Income $27,045 per capita
$265,700 Home Value $407,686 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$73,676 median income, 19.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$265,700 home value
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,676
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $265,700
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 19.0%
428% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population294
Median Age29.6 yrs
Density164/mi²
Male / Female74% / 26%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans62.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$73,676
Per Capita$27,045
Unemployment19.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$226M

Housing

A+
Home Value$265,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$407,686

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.3 in/yr
Elevation4 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+83.8%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
CommuteN/A
Broadband90.0%
Libraries1

Is South Mills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, South Mills receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. South Mills stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in South Mills is $73,676, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 19.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in South Mills is $265,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

South Mills 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 51.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

South Mills has a population of 294 with a density of 164 people per square mile. The median age is 29.6 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.9%), with 4.1% Black.

Population

294
Total Population
164
People / sq mi
29.6yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 73.8%
Female 26.2%

Race & Ethnicity

South Mills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

South Mills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Mills is $73,676, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 19.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: South Mills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,676
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,045
Avg Weekly Wage$957
IRS Avg AGI$74,818

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment19.0%
428% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)235
County GDP$226M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare9
Retail18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,093
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.16%

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in South Mills is $265,700, 6% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $407,686.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$265,700
6% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$407,686
Median List Price$327,166

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$327,166
$/Sq Ft$176
Homes Sold9
Sale-to-List Ratio100.3%
Price Drops57.1%
Inventory14

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,093
12% below US avg
Effective Rate1.16%
In South Mills, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 19.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: South Mills vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.4%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity19.5%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.9%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death9,189/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access62.1%
Healthcare Facilities9

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

South Mills 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 51.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.3°F
15% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.3 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4 ft (1 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density164/sq mi
Coordinates36.4379°N, 76.3307°W
County FIPS37029
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.8-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75%
D 24.2%

Winner: Republican by 50.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+83.8%
School Test Score5.46
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density164/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants12
Retail Stores18

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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