North Carolina · Metropolitan Area
St. Helena is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 580. Residents earn $77,000 per year, which is 2% above the national average.
Based on current data, St. Helena receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. St. Helena stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in St. Helena is $77,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
The median home value in St. Helena is $209,200, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,661 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
26.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
St. Helena 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 57.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 91.6% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 8.4% |
| 37% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $77,000 |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $30,923 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $907 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $82,055 |
| Unemployment | 3.1% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 10.1% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,964 |
| County GDP | $2,516M |
| Restaurants | 127 |
| Healthcare | 125 |
| Retail | 175 |
| Manufacturing | 39 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,052 |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.94% |
| Commute Time | 25.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.3% |
| Census Median | $209,200 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $1,661 |
| 43% above US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 51.0% |
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
| Owner-Occupied | 84.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,052 |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.94% |
| Obesity | 37.2% |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.1% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 7.0% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.7% |
| Depression | 26.2% |
| Mental Distress | 18.5% |
| Physical Distress | 13.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.0% |
| Premature Death | 9,267/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 125 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
| Annual Average | 62.0°F |
| 15% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 57.2 inches |
| 51% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 55 ft (17 m) |
| Area | 5.6 sq mi (14.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 103/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.5166°N, 77.9174°W |
| County FIPS | 37141 |
Winner: Republican by 35 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 26.8% |
| 20% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.46 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 103/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.6 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 93.6% |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 125 |
| Restaurants | 127 |
| Retail Stores | 175 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
| Avg Commute | 25.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.3% |