North Carolina
Troy is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 2,905. Residents earn $60,167 per year, which is 20% below the national average.
Based on current data, Troy receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Troy offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Troy is $60,167, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. The poverty rate of 25.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
The median home value in Troy is $134,500, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $554 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Troy is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 145 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,517 per 100,000, 28% above the national average.
23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Troy enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 92.7% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 7.3% |
| 46% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $60,167 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,042 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $941 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,328 |
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 25.3% |
| 104% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 620 |
| County GDP | $1,470M |
| Restaurants | 42 |
| Healthcare | 38 |
| Retail | 93 |
| Manufacturing | 59 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,377 |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.25% |
| Commute Time | 24.9 min |
| Work from Home | 13.1% |
| Census Median | $134,500 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $188,695 |
| Census Median Rent | $554 |
| 52% below US avg |
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
| Owner-Occupied | 46.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,377 |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.25% |
| Obesity | 38.4% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.2% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.5% |
| Depression | 23.1% |
| Mental Distress | 17.4% |
| Physical Distress | 12.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 82.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.9% |
| Premature Death | 14,448/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 89.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 38 |
| Total Violent | 144.7/100K |
| 62% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 28.9/100K |
| Assault | 115.7/100K |
| Total Property | 2,517.4/100K |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 781.3/100K |
| Theft | 1,649.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 86.8/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.5°F |
| 14% above US avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 48.1 inches |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 3.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 633 ft (193 m) |
| Area | 3.7 sq mi (9.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 794/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.3646°N, 79.8919°W |
| County FIPS | 37123 |
Winner: Republican by 37.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 23.5% |
| 30% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 81.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.46 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 794/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.7 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 38 |
| Restaurants | 42 |
| Retail Stores | 93 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Avg Commute | 24.9 min |
| Work from Home | 13.1% |