Staley, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Staley is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 532. Residents earn $61,875 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
532 Population 459/sq mi density
$61,875 Median Income $26,023 per capita
$133,800 Home Value $252,899 Zillow
$905 Median Rent 26.6% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$61,875 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$133,800 home value, $905/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,875
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $133,800
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $905
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.1%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population532
Median Age34.5 yrs
Density459/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 71%

Economy

B+
Median Income$61,875
Per Capita$26,023
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$5,991M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$133,800
Rent$905
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$252,899
Rent Burden26.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.5 in/yr
Elevation725 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+82.1%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute32 min
Libraries7

Is Staley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Staley receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Staley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Staley is $61,875, 18% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Staley is $133,800, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $905 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Staley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Staley has a population of 532 with a density of 459 people per square mile. The median age is 34.5 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.9%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 16% Black.

Population

532
Total Population
459
People / sq mi
34.5yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.2%
Female 46.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Staley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.7%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.3%
31% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Staley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Staley is $61,875, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Staley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,875
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,023
Avg Weekly Wage$994
IRS Avg AGI$60,662

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,042
County GDP$5,991M

Business (County)

Restaurants232
Healthcare214
Retail380
Manufacturing282

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,417
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.1 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit1.1%
Work from Home10.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Staley is $133,800, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $905 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $252,899.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$133,800
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$252,899

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$905
22% below US avg
Rent Burden26.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,417
2% below US avg
Effective Rate2.55%
In Staley, 42.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.7% report depression. 30.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.1%
31% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure36.2%
Asthma11.7%
COPD9.3%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity30.4%
Depression28.7%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress15.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.9%
Checkup Rate76.9%
Premature Death12,479/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access56.3%
Healthcare Facilities214

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23

Safety Score

Staley has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.7°F
9% above US avg
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.5 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall4.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation725 ft (221 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density459/sq mi
Coordinates35.7979°N, 79.5517°W
County FIPS37151
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.3%
D 21%

Winner: Republican by 57.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.1%
64% below US avg
High School+82.1%
School Test Score5.46
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density459/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities214
Restaurants232
Retail Stores380

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.1 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit1.1%
Work from Home10.0%

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