Home Value
$152,100
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.5%
72% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.7%
22% lower than US avg
How Tar Heel Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population72
Median Age56.3 yrs
Density313/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans64.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$23,399
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty9.7%
County GDP$1,864M
Commute49 min
Housing
Home Value$152,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity36.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease6.2%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain53.3 in/yr
Elevation130 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.5%
High School+82.5%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 60% / D 40%
Commute49 min
Broadband42.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries4
Is Tar Heel a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Tar Heel receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Tar Heel faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Tar Heel is $152,100, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.
Education
9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Tar Heel 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 53.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Tar Heel has a population of 72 with a density of 313 people per square mile. The median age is 56.3 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%).
Population
56.3yrs
Median Age
45% 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 Tar Heel is N/A. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $23,399 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $931 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,588 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.6% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.7% |
| 22% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 677 |
| County GDP | $1,864M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 54 |
| Healthcare | 42 |
| Retail | 99 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,744 |
| 7% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.46% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 49.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 95.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 4.5% |
The median home value in Tar Heel is $152,100, 46% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $152,100 |
| 46% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,744 |
| 7% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.46% |
In Tar Heel, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.1% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Tar Heel vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.4% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.7% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.7% |
| Depression | 29.1% |
| Mental Distress | 19.4% |
| Physical Distress | 13.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 73.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.3% |
| Premature Death | 16,588/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 46.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 42 |
Crime Rates: Tar Heel vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 14 |
Safety Score
Tar Heel 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 53.3 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 | 53.3 inches |
| 40% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 130 ft (40 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 313/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.7339°N, 78.7909°W |
| County FIPS | 37017 |