Median Income
$56,382
25% lower than US avg
Home Value
$233,500
17% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.0%
73% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Stokes Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population198
Median Age50.6 yrs
Density45/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 34%
Veterans8.4%
Economy
B+
Median Income$56,382
Per Capita$21,685
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$12,529M
Commute22 min
Housing
A
Home Value$233,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$224,123
Health
Obesity40.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease6.9%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain53.4 in/yr
Elevation45 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute22 min
Broadband77.0%
Libraries7
Is Stokes a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Stokes receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Stokes offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Stokes is $56,382, 25% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Stokes is $233,500, 17% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Stokes 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.
Stokes has a population of 198 with a density of 45 people per square mile. The median age is 50.6 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (42.9%), with 34.3% White, 22.7% Hispanic.
Population
50.6yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Stokes is $56,382, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $56,382 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $21,685 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,151 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $73,322 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.5% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 4,498 |
| County GDP | $12,529M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 399 |
| Healthcare | 520 |
| Retail | 605 |
| Manufacturing | 91 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,983 |
| 14% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.71% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 60.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 39.1% |
The median home value in Stokes is $233,500, 17% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $224,123.
Home Values
| Census Median | $233,500 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $224,123 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $995 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,082 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,232 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,607 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,898 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,983 |
| 14% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.71% |
In Stokes, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.0% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Stokes vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.7% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.0% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 8.5% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.9% |
| Depression | 28.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 14.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 78.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.2% |
| Premature Death | 10,748/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 90.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 520 |
Crime Rates: Stokes vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 24 |
Safety Score
Stokes 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 Average | 62.1°F |
| 15% above US avg |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 53.4 inches |
| 41% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 3.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 45 ft (14 m) |
| Area | 4.4 sq mi (11.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 45/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.7105°N, 77.2676°W |
| County FIPS | 37147 |