Speed, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Speed is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 81.

1.4 /5.0
F Poor
81 Population 270/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $32,009 per capita
$75,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
F
Overall
1.4 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $75,400
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.2%
85% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population81
Median Age61.8 yrs
Density270/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 35%
Veterans77.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$32,009
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,991M
Commute20 min

Housing

Home Value$75,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain53.4 in/yr
Elevation55 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.2%
High School+85.7%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute20 min
Broadband46.0%
Libraries2

Is Speed a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Speed receives an overall livability score of 1.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Speed faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Speed is $75,400, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

5.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Speed 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 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Speed has a population of 81 with a density of 270 people per square mile. The median age is 61.8 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (59.3%), with 34.6% White.

Population

81
Total Population
270
People / sq mi
61.8yrs
Median Age
59% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Speed vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Speed vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Speed is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Speed vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$32,009
Avg Weekly Wage$931
IRS Avg AGI$46,583

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)993
County GDP$1,991M

Business (County)

Restaurants56
Healthcare101
Retail135
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,105
11% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.7 min
Drive Alone79.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Speed is $75,400, 73% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,400
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

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-Occupied76.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,105
11% below US avg
Effective Rate4.12%
In Speed, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 30.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Speed vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes15.4%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure40.4%
Asthma11.9%
COPD7.8%
Stroke4.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking10.2%
Physical Inactivity30.2%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate73.2%
Premature Death16,248/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access67.3%
Healthcare Facilities101

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Speed 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 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.4 inches
41% above US avg
Snowfall3.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation55 ft (17 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density270/sq mi
Coordinates35.9685°N, 77.4445°W
County FIPS37065
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 5.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 22.7-point margin. 46.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.3%
D 61%

Winner: Democrat by 22.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.2%
85% below US avg
High School+85.7%
School Test Score5.46
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density270/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access46.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities101
Restaurants56
Retail Stores135

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.7 min
Drive Alone79.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.5%

Nearby Cities

Compare Speed with another city: