Stokes, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Stokes is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 198. Residents earn $56,382 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
198 Population 45/sq mi density
$56,382 Median Income $21,685 per capita
$233,500 Home Value $224,123 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$56,382 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$233,500 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.0% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

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

198
Total Population
45
People / sq mi
50.6yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
4.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Stokes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Stokes vs U.S. Average

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: Stokes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

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

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,498
County GDP$12,529M

Business (County)

Restaurants399
Healthcare520
Retail605
Manufacturing91

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,983
14% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Drive Alone60.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home39.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Stokes is $233,500, 17% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $224,123.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

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

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,983
14% above US avg
Effective Rate1.71%
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

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure35.0%
Asthma11.5%
COPD8.5%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity27.9%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.0%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death10,748/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access90.1%
Healthcare Facilities520

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

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 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

Elevation45 ft (14 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.5 km²)
Population Density45/sq mi
Coordinates35.7105°N, 77.2676°W
County FIPS37147
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 6-point margin. 77.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.5%
D 52.5%

Winner: Democrat by 6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.0%
73% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density45/sq mi
Total Area4.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities520
Restaurants399
Retail Stores605

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Drive Alone60.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home39.1%

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