Webster, NC

North Carolina

Webster is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 501. Residents earn $54,444 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
501 Population 501/sq mi density
$54,444 Median Income $26,594 per capita
$330,000 Home Value $376,914 Zillow
$800 Median Rent 24.4% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$54,444 median income, 0.5% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$330,000 home value, $800/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
54.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,444
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $330,000
17% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 54.0%
60% higher than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.6%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population501
Median Age30.7 yrs
Density501/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans7.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,444
Per Capita$26,594
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty11.6%
County GDP$2,188M
Commute20 min

Housing

B
Home Value$330,000
Rent$800
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$376,914
Rent Burden24.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.9%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain54.2 in/yr
Elevation2,134 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+54.0%
High School+96.8%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute20 min
Broadband92.4%
Libraries2

Is Webster a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Webster receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Webster stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Webster is $54,444, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. 11.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Webster is $330,000, 17% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Webster is a highly educated community — 54.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Webster 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 54.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Webster has a population of 501 with a density of 501 people per square mile. The median age is 30.7 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.9%), with 9.2% Hispanic.

Population

501
Total Population
501
People / sq mi
30.7yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.3%
Female 63.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Webster vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.3%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.7%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Webster vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Webster is $54,444, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Webster vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,444
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,594
Avg Weekly Wage$933
IRS Avg AGI$66,990

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.6%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,271
County GDP$2,188M

Business (County)

Restaurants132
Healthcare110
Retail179
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,687
5% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.5 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Webster is $330,000, 17% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $376,914.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$330,000
17% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$376,914

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% below US avg
Rent Burden24.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,687
5% above US avg
Effective Rate1.12%
In Webster, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.9% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression28.9%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.3%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death10,730/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access98.5%
Healthcare Facilities110

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Webster 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 54.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.2 inches
43% above US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,134 ft (650 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density501/sq mi
Coordinates35.3500°N, 83.2190°W
County FIPS37099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 54.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9.4-point margin. 92.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54%
D 44.6%

Winner: Republican by 9.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+54.0%
60% above US avg
High School+96.8%
School Test Score5.46
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density501/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.4%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities110
Restaurants132
Retail Stores179

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.5 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.4%

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