Valley Hill, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Valley Hill is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 2,540. Residents earn $87,250 per year, which is 16% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,540 Population 1,095/sq mi density
$87,250 Median Income $42,275 per capita
$296,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent 36.8% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$87,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$296,500 home value
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,250
16% higher than US avg
Home Value $296,500
5% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.3%
26% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.3%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.0%
68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,540
Median Age47.2 yrs
Density1,095/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans11.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$87,250
Per Capita$42,275
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$6,372M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$296,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden36.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain59.1 in/yr
Elevation2,244 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.3%
High School+95.5%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute21 min
Broadband88.8%
Libraries6

Is Valley Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Valley Hill receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Valley Hill stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Valley Hill is $87,250, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Valley Hill is $296,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Valley Hill enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.1 inches, including 6.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Valley Hill has a population of 2,540 with a density of 1,095 people per square mile. The median age is 47.2 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.8%).

Population

2,540
Total Population
1,095
People / sq mi
47.2yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.9%
Female 54.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Valley Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Valley Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Valley Hill is $87,250, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Valley Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,250
16% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,275
Avg Weekly Wage$1,041
IRS Avg AGI$74,950

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,120
County GDP$6,372M

Business (County)

Restaurants250
Healthcare324
Retail407
Manufacturing132

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,686
5% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Valley Hill is $296,500, 5% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$296,500
5% above US avg
Median List Price$825,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$825,000
$/Sq Ft$278
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio94.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory24

Rental Costs

Rent Burden36.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,686
5% above US avg
Effective Rate1.24%
In Valley Hill, 30.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.3% report depression. 20.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Valley Hill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.3%
6% below US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity20.0%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death8,875/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access72.0%
Healthcare Facilities324

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Valley Hill has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.1 inches
55% above US avg
Snowfall6.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,244 ft (684 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²)
Population Density1,095/sq mi
Coordinates35.2939°N, 82.4927°W
County FIPS37089
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 42.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.6-point margin. 88.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.7%
D 42.2%

Winner: Republican by 14.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.3%
26% above US avg
High School+95.5%
School Test Score5.46
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,095/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.8%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities324
Restaurants250
Retail Stores407

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.2%

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