Stovall, NC

North Carolina

Stovall is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 276. Residents earn $46,250 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
276 Population 216/sq mi density
$46,250 Median Income $29,526 per capita
$163,400 Home Value
$736 Median Rent 43.0% 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
3.5 / 5.0
$46,250 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$163,400 home value, $736/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $163,400
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.9%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $736
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.7%
14% lower than US avg

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

People

Population276
Median Age43.4 yrs
Density216/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 69%
Veterans3.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$29,526
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty10.7%
County GDP$1,689M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$163,400
Rent$736
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden43.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.6 in/yr
Elevation482 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.9%
High School+86.4%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 56%
Commute36 min
Broadband69.9%
Libraries1

Is Stovall a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stovall 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 below-average incomes, long commute times. Stovall offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stovall is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stovall is $163,400, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $736 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Stovall enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Stovall has a population of 276 with a density of 216 people per square mile. The median age is 43.4 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.2%), with 1.8% Hispanic, 24.3% Black.

Population

276
Total Population
216
People / sq mi
43.4yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Stovall vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stovall vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stovall is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Stovall vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,250
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,526
Avg Weekly Wage$909
IRS Avg AGI$50,725

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.7%
14% below US avg
Establishments (County)958
County GDP$1,689M

Business (County)

Restaurants66
Healthcare118
Retail171
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,844
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.7 min
Drive Alone60.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Stovall is $163,400, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $736 (37% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$163,400
42% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$736
37% below US avg
Rent Burden43.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,844
19% below US avg
Effective Rate1.74%
In Stovall, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.2% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure38.0%
Asthma12.0%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.6%
Physical Inactivity26.4%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.5%
Checkup Rate79.6%
Premature Death16,711/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access66.2%
Healthcare Facilities118

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Safety Score

Stovall has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.4°F
10% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.6 inches
23% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation482 ft (147 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density216/sq mi
Coordinates36.4420°N, 78.5733°W
County FIPS37181
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.4-point margin. 69.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.9%
D 56.3%

Winner: Democrat by 13.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.9%
41% below US avg
High School+86.4%
School Test Score5.46
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density216/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.9%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities118
Restaurants66
Retail Stores171

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.7 min
Drive Alone60.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.3%

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