Sunbury, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Sunbury is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 264. Residents earn $51,094 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
264 Population 108/sq mi density
$51,094 Median Income $21,848 per capita
$163,300 Home Value $211,793 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$51,094 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$163,300 home value
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,094
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $163,300
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population264
Median Age33.1 yrs
Density108/mi²
Male / Female26% / 74%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$51,094
Per Capita$21,848
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$240M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$163,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$211,793

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.3%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Elevation33 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute35 min
Broadband95.0%
Libraries1

Is Sunbury a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sunbury receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Sunbury offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sunbury is $51,094, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sunbury is $163,300, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

6.0% 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 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Sunbury 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 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Sunbury has a population of 264 with a density of 108 people per square mile. The median age is 33.1 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

264
Total Population
108
People / sq mi
33.1yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 25.8%
Female 74.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Sunbury vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Sunbury vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sunbury is $51,094, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Sunbury vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,094
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,848
Avg Weekly Wage$854
IRS Avg AGI$57,895

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)204
County GDP$240M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare10
Retail23
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,476
29% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.1 min
Drive Alone39.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Sunbury is $163,300, 42% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $211,793.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$163,300
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$211,793

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$154
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio99.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied48.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,476
29% below US avg
Effective Rate1.52%
In Sunbury, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.3% report depression. 28.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure36.0%
Asthma12.5%
COPD8.7%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.8%
Physical Inactivity28.9%
Depression29.3%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.3%
Checkup Rate78.1%
Premature Death11,366/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access26.9%
Healthcare Facilities10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Sunbury 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 51.0 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 Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall2.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.3 km²)
Population Density108/sq mi
Coordinates36.4469°N, 76.6127°W
County FIPS37073
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.7-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.4%
D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 21.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.46
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density108/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants6
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.1 min
Drive Alone39.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

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