Wallace, NC

North Carolina

Wallace is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 3,438. Residents earn $49,358 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,438 Population 1,078/sq mi density
$49,358 Median Income $27,531 per capita
$192,800 Home Value $212,467 Zillow
$833 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
520 Violent Crime/100K 5,668 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$49,358 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$192,800 home value, $833/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
520 violent crimes/100K (37% above avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,358
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $192,800
32% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 520/100K
37% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.6%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $833
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.1%
14% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,438
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density1,078/mi²
Male / Female42% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,358
Per Capita$27,531
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty14.1%
County GDP$2,914M
Commute20 min

Housing

A
Home Value$192,800
Rent$833
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$212,467

Crime

F
Violent520/100K
Property5,668/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault371/100K
Burglary1,386/100K

Health

Obesity39.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain57.2 in/yr
Elevation51 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.6%
High School+78.0%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute20 min
EV Stations2
Libraries6

Is Wallace a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wallace receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Wallace has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wallace is $49,358, 34% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wallace is $192,800, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $833 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 520 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,668 per 100,000, 189% above the national average.

Education

14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Wallace enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Wallace has a population of 3,438 with a density of 1,078 people per square mile. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (51.7%), with 26.7% Black.

Population

3,438
Total Population
1,078
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.5%
Female 58.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Wallace vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.3%
6% above US avg
Spanish16.7%
25% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Wallace vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wallace is $49,358, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Wallace vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,358
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,531
Avg Weekly Wage$884
IRS Avg AGI$51,346

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.1%
14% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,178
County GDP$2,914M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare100
Retail168
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,105
11% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.2 min
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Wallace is $192,800, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $833 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $212,467.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$192,800
32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$212,467

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$833
28% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied50.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,105
11% below US avg
Effective Rate1.61%
In Wallace, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes12.7%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure36.8%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity28.4%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.0%
Checkup Rate78.1%
Premature Death11,990/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access27.2%
Healthcare Facilities100
Wallace has a violent crime rate of 520 per 100,000 residents, 37% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 5,668 per 100,000 (189% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent519.8/100K
37% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape24.8/100K
Robbery123.8/100K
Assault371.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property5,668.3/100K
189% above US avg
Burglary1,386.1/100K
Theft4,084.2/100K
Vehicle Theft198.0/100K
Arson173.3/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Wallace has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.0°F
15% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.2 inches
51% above US avg
Snowfall0.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation51 ft (16 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.3 km²)
Population Density1,078/sq mi
Coordinates34.7379°N, 77.9906°W
County FIPS37061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.2%
D 35.2%

Winner: Republican by 29 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.6%
57% below US avg
High School+78.0%
School Test Score5.46
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,078/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities100
Restaurants71
Retail Stores168

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.2 min
Work from Home1.1%

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