Turkey, NC

North Carolina

Turkey is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 446.

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
446 Population 1,115/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $17,130 per capita
$49,200 Home Value $119,692 Zillow
N/A Median Rent 19.6% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature
F
Overall
1.2 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $49,200
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.2%
93% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population446
Median Age26.1 yrs
Density1,115/mi²
Male / Female32% / 68%
Largest GroupWhite 53%
Veterans0.8%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$17,130
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$2,548M
Commute33 min

Housing

Home Value$49,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$119,692
Rent Burden19.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain55.9 in/yr
Elevation147 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.2%
High School+99.1%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 35%
Commute33 min
Broadband78.6%
Libraries4

Is Turkey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Turkey receives an overall livability score of 1.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Turkey faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Turkey is $49,200, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

2.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Turkey 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.

Turkey has a population of 446 with a density of 1,115 people per square mile. The median age is 26.1 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (52.5%), with 8.5% Black.

Population

446
Total Population
1,115
People / sq mi
26.1yrs
Median Age
33% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 32.3%
Female 67.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Turkey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.0%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.0%
70% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Turkey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Turkey is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Turkey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$17,130
Avg Weekly Wage$959
IRS Avg AGI$54,540

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below 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 Rate7.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.1 min
Drive Alone93.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Turkey is $49,200, 83% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $119,692.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$49,200
83% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$119,692

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden19.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,890
11% above US avg
Effective Rate7.91%
In Turkey, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.9%
27% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure37.0%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity29.9%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.5%
Checkup Rate77.1%
Premature Death12,312/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

Turkey 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

Elevation147 ft (45 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,115/sq mi
Coordinates34.9950°N, 78.1842°W
County FIPS37163
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 2.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.8-point margin. 78.6% 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+2.2%
93% below US avg
High School+99.1%
School Test Score5.46
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,115/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.6%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities122
Restaurants88
Retail Stores174

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.1 min
Drive Alone93.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.7%

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