Median Income
$69,148
8% lower than US avg
Home Value
$186,500
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.5%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,081
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.9%
52% lower than US avg
How Southport Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,036
Median Age42.2 yrs
Density3,232/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 64%
Economy
A
Median Income$69,148
Per Capita$34,841
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$135,593M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$186,500
Rent$1,081
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$226,418
Health
Obesity34.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease7.1%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain44.6 in/yr
Elevation779 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.5%
High School+79.3%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 35% / D 63%
Commute23 min
Libraries27
Is Southport a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Southport receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Southport offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Southport is $69,148, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Southport is $186,500, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,081 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Southport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Southport has a population of 2,036 with a density of 3,232 people per square mile. The median age is 42.2 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (63.9%).
Population
42.2yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Southport vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 70.0% |
| 11% below US avg |
| Spanish | 30.0% |
| 124% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Southport vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Southport is $69,148, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income: Southport vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $69,148 |
| 8% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,841 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,465 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $69,381 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.4% |
| 33% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.9% |
| 52% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 28,522 |
| County GDP | $135,593M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 2,360 |
| Healthcare | 2,986 |
| Retail | 2,866 |
| Manufacturing | 749 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,878 |
| 39% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.62% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.9 min |
| Work from Home | 4.8% |
The median home value in Southport is $186,500, 34% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,081 (7% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $226,418.
Home Values
| Census Median | $186,500 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $226,418 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,081 |
| 7% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,878 |
| 39% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.62% |
In Southport, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 30.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Southport vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.0% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 14.2% |
| Heart Disease | 7.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.8% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 9.8% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.7% |
| Depression | 25.7% |
| Mental Distress | 18.7% |
| Physical Distress | 15.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.7% |
| Premature Death | 12,610/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 90.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,986 |
Crime Rates: Southport vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 139 |
Safety Score
Southport has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 51.9°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 44.6 inches |
| 17% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 779 ft (237 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,232/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.6600°N, 86.1171°W |
| County FIPS | 18097 |