North Carolina
Tabor City is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 3,695. Residents earn $37,014 per year, which is 51% below the national average.
Based on current data, Tabor City receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Tabor City has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Tabor City is $37,014, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. The poverty rate of 31.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
The median home value in Tabor City is $109,600, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $722 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 911 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,897 per 100,000, 99% above the national average.
12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Tabor City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 94.5% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 5.5% |
| 59% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $37,014 |
| 51% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $15,499 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $921 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $53,403 |
| Unemployment | 2.8% |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 31.4% |
| 153% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,217 |
| County GDP | $1,918M |
| Restaurants | 94 |
| Healthcare | 148 |
| Retail | 192 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,405 |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.11% |
| Commute Time | 32.4 min |
| Work from Home | 10.6% |
| Census Median | $109,600 |
| 61% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $186,557 |
| Census Median Rent | $722 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
| Owner-Occupied | 63.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,405 |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.11% |
| Obesity | 44.6% |
| 39% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.4% |
| Heart Disease | 8.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 44.7% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 10.0% |
| Stroke | 4.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.9% |
| Depression | 22.5% |
| Mental Distress | 19.6% |
| Physical Distress | 16.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 87.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.8% |
| Premature Death | 16,521/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 38.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 148 |
| Total Violent | 910.9/100K |
| 140% above US avg | |
| Murder | 25.3/100K |
| 302% above US avg | |
| Rape | 25.3/100K |
| Robbery | 126.5/100K |
| Assault | 733.8/100K |
| Total Property | 3,896.8/100K |
| 99% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 835.0/100K |
| Theft | 2,783.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 278.3/100K |
| Arson | 50.6/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 17 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.8°F |
| 14% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 50.9 inches |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 97 ft (30 m) |
| Area | 3.4 sq mi (8.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,100/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.1545°N, 78.8732°W |
| County FIPS | 37047 |
Winner: Republican by 33.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 12.6% |
| 63% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 75.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.46 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,100/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.4 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 148 |
| Restaurants | 94 |
| Retail Stores | 192 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 17 |
| Avg Commute | 32.4 min |
| Work from Home | 10.6% |