North Carolina
Tryon is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 1,713. Residents earn $47,604 per year, which is 37% below the national average.
Based on current data, Tryon receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Tryon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Tryon is $47,604, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. The poverty rate of 17.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Tryon is $222,700, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,231 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Tryon is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,954 per 100,000, near the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 43.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Tryon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 64.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 98.8% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.2% |
| 91% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $47,604 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $34,889 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $891 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $80,337 |
| Unemployment | 1.2% |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 17.3% |
| 40% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 707 |
| County GDP | $734M |
| Restaurants | 57 |
| Healthcare | 51 |
| Retail | 62 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,014 |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.80% |
| Commute Time | 18.8 min |
| Work from Home | 11.7% |
| Census Median | $222,700 |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $335,087 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,231 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
| Owner-Occupied | 57.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,014 |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.80% |
| Obesity | 35.9% |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.5% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.5% |
| Depression | 26.3% |
| Mental Distress | 17.3% |
| Physical Distress | 11.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.1% |
| Premature Death | 10,657/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 51 |
| Total Violent | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 1,953.6/100K |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,098.9/100K |
| Theft | 793.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 61.1/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 59.6°F |
| 10% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 64.4 inches |
| 69% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 4.9 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,064 ft (324 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 857/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.2088°N, 82.2379°W |
| County FIPS | 37149 |
Winner: Republican by 25.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 43.7% |
| 30% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 91.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.46 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 857/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.0 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 51 |
| Restaurants | 57 |
| Retail Stores | 62 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 18.8 min |
| Work from Home | 11.7% |