Varnamtown, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Varnamtown is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 792. Residents earn $68,750 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
792 Population 900/sq mi density
$68,750 Median Income $29,438 per capita
$277,900 Home Value $311,230 Zillow
$1,068 Median Rent 34.0% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$68,750 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$277,900 home value, $1,068/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,750
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $277,900
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.0%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,068
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.8%
29% lower than US avg

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

People

Population792
Median Age50.3 yrs
Density900/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,750
Per Capita$29,438
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty8.8%
County GDP$22,774M
Commute32 min

Housing

A
Home Value$277,900
Rent$1,068
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$311,230
Rent Burden34.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain56.5 in/yr
Elevation14 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.0%
High School+92.3%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute32 min
Libraries12

Is Varnamtown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Varnamtown receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Varnamtown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Varnamtown is $68,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Varnamtown is $277,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,068 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Varnamtown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Varnamtown has a population of 792 with a density of 900 people per square mile. The median age is 50.3 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.4%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

792
Total Population
900
People / sq mi
50.3yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.4%
Female 57.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Varnamtown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Varnamtown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Varnamtown is $68,750, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Varnamtown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,750
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,438
Avg Weekly Wage$924
IRS Avg AGI$67,849

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.8%
29% below US avg
Establishments (County)12,484
County GDP$22,774M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,398
Healthcare896
Retail1,849
Manufacturing171

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,541
1% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Varnamtown is $277,900, 1% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,068 (8% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $311,230.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$277,900
1% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$311,230

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,068
8% below US avg
Rent Burden34.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,541
1% above US avg
Effective Rate1.27%
In Varnamtown, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.7%
8% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma11.2%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.7%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death11,747/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access78.6%
Healthcare Facilities896

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)78

Safety Score

Varnamtown has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.4°F
17% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.5 inches
49% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation14 ft (4 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density900/sq mi
Coordinates33.9458°N, 78.2327°W
County FIPS45051
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.8%
D 30.3%

Winner: Republican by 38.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.0%
61% below US avg
High School+92.3%
School Test Score5.46
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density900/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities896
Restaurants1,398
Retail Stores1,849

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)78

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Work from Home3.2%

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