Teachey, NC

North Carolina

Teachey is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 528. Residents earn $49,828 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
528 Population 503/sq mi density
$49,828 Median Income $25,613 per capita
$182,500 Home Value $204,146 Zillow
$943 Median Rent 43.5% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$49,828 median income, 6.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$182,500 home value, $943/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,828
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $182,500
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.4%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $943
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.4%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.9%
92% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population528
Median Age39.7 yrs
Density503/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 37%
Veterans9.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$49,828
Per Capita$25,613
Unemployment6.9%
Poverty20.0%
County GDP$2,548M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$182,500
Rent$943
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$204,146
Rent Burden43.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain55.9 in/yr
Elevation69 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.4%
High School+86.6%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 35%
Commute24 min
Broadband89.5%
Libraries4

Is Teachey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Teachey receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Teachey offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Teachey is $49,828, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Teachey is $182,500, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $943 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Teachey enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Teachey has a population of 528 with a density of 503 people per square mile. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (46%), with 37.1% White, 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

528
Total Population
503
People / sq mi
39.7yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Teachey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.2%
0% below US avg
Spanish21.8%
63% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Teachey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Teachey is $49,828, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Teachey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,828
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,613
Avg Weekly Wage$959
IRS Avg AGI$54,540

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.9%
92% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,258
County GDP$2,548M

Business (County)

Restaurants88
Healthcare122
Retail174
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,890
11% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Drive Alone75.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Teachey is $182,500, 35% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $943 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $204,146.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$182,500
35% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$204,146

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$943
19% below US avg
Rent Burden43.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,890
11% above US avg
Effective Rate2.13%
In Teachey, 41.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 30.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.4%
29% above US avg
Diabetes14.2%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure39.8%
Asthma11.9%
COPD7.6%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.1%
Physical Inactivity30.6%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.2%
Checkup Rate79.5%
Premature Death12,312/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access60.0%
Healthcare Facilities122

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

Teachey has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.6°F
14% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.9 inches
47% above US avg
Snowfall0.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density503/sq mi
Coordinates34.7708°N, 78.0060°W
County FIPS37163
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.8-point margin. 89.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.6%
D 34.8%

Winner: Republican by 29.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.4%
48% below US avg
High School+86.6%
School Test Score5.46
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density503/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.5%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities122
Restaurants88
Retail Stores174

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Drive Alone75.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.9%

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