Vandemere, NC

North Carolina

Vandemere is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 204. Residents earn $31,250 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
204 Population 134/sq mi density
$31,250 Median Income $25,292 per capita
$95,000 Home Value $161,798 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$31,250 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,000 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,250
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.2%
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.6%
90% higher than US avg

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

People

Population204
Median Age57.9 yrs
Density134/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 53%
Veterans4.3%

Economy

C+
Median Income$31,250
Per Capita$25,292
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty23.6%
County GDP$378M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$161,798

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain58.8 in/yr
Elevation2 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.2%
High School+74.7%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute14 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries1

Is Vandemere a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vandemere receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Vandemere offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vandemere is $31,250, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. The poverty rate of 23.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Vandemere is $95,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Vandemere enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Vandemere has a population of 204 with a density of 134 people per square mile. The median age is 57.9 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (52.9%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 45.6% Black.

Population

204
Total Population
134
People / sq mi
57.9yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.7%
Female 59.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Vandemere vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Vandemere vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vandemere is $31,250, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Vandemere vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,250
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,292
Avg Weekly Wage$712
IRS Avg AGI$67,772

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.6%
90% above US avg
Establishments (County)348
County GDP$378M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare22
Retail44
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,604
3% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.9 min
Drive Alone78.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Vandemere is $95,000, 66% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $161,798.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,000
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$161,798

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,604
3% above US avg
Effective Rate3.79%
In Vandemere, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 28.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.9%
27% above US avg
Diabetes13.5%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure41.1%
Asthma11.8%
COPD8.0%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.6%
Physical Inactivity28.2%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Checkup Rate79.0%
Premature Death13,808/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access76.2%
Healthcare Facilities22

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Vandemere has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.8°F
14% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.8 inches
55% above US avg
Snowfall1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2 ft (1 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density134/sq mi
Coordinates35.1927°N, 76.6617°W
County FIPS37137
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.1-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.7%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 32.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.2%
58% below US avg
High School+74.7%
School Test Score5.46
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density134/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants29
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.9 min
Drive Alone78.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

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