Wakulla, NC

North Carolina

Wakulla is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 175.

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
175 Population 203/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $27,843 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 13.3%
61% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.2%
47% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.9%
20% higher than US avg

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

People

Population175
Median Age35.1 yrs
Density203/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 7%
Veterans98.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$27,843
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.9%
County GDP$1,560M
Commute34 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity47.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease8.2%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.2 in/yr
Elevation207 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.3%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 46%
Commute34 min
Broadband70.0%
Libraries2

Is Wakulla a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wakulla receives an overall livability score of 2.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Wakulla has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Education

13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Wakulla enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Wakulla has a population of 175 with a density of 203 people per square mile. The median age is 35.1 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (93.1%), with 6.9% White.

Population

175
Total Population
203
People / sq mi
35.1yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.6%
Female 59.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Wakulla vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wakulla vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wakulla is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Wakulla vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$27,843
Avg Weekly Wage$962
IRS Avg AGI$48,542

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.9%
20% above US avg
Establishments (County)706
County GDP$1,560M

Business (County)

Restaurants60
Healthcare109
Retail141
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,791
20% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.5 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied65.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,791
20% below US avg
In Wakulla, 47.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 36.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.2%
47% above US avg
Diabetes16.5%
Heart Disease8.2%
High Blood Pressure39.0%
Asthma15.4%
COPD12.1%
Stroke5.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity36.5%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress24.5%
Physical Distress20.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.5%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death16,835/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access64.2%
Healthcare Facilities109

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Wakulla has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.4°F
17% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.2 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation207 ft (63 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density203/sq mi
Coordinates34.7970°N, 79.2560°W
County FIPS37165
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 6.9-point margin. 70.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.2%
D 46.2%

Winner: Republican by 6.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.3%
61% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.46
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density203/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities109
Restaurants60
Retail Stores141

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.5 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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