North Carolina
Whiteville is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 4,721. Residents earn $38,004 per year, which is 49% below the national average.
Based on current data, Whiteville receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Whiteville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Whiteville is $38,004, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 11.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
The median home value in Whiteville is $173,100, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $718 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 1,468 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 12,752 per 100,000, 551% above the national average.
23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Whiteville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 98.8% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.2% |
| 91% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $38,004 |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,571 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $921 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $53,403 |
| Unemployment | 2.4% |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 11.6% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,217 |
| County GDP | $1,918M |
| Restaurants | 94 |
| Healthcare | 148 |
| Retail | 192 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,405 |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.97% |
| Commute Time | 26.0 min |
| Work from Home | 1.9% |
| Census Median | $173,100 |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $187,484 |
| Census Median Rent | $718 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
| Owner-Occupied | 46.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,405 |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.97% |
| Obesity | 42.6% |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.4% |
| Asthma | 12.4% |
| COPD | 8.1% |
| Stroke | 4.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.9% |
| Depression | 25.2% |
| Mental Distress | 19.9% |
| Physical Distress | 14.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.7% |
| Premature Death | 16,521/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 38.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 148 |
| Total Violent | 1,468.0/100K |
| 286% above US avg | |
| Murder | 17.7/100K |
| 181% above US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 318.4/100K |
| Assault | 1,131.9/100K |
| Total Property | 12,752.0/100K |
| 551% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 3,731.9/100K |
| Theft | 8,436.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 583.7/100K |
| Arson | 88.4/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 17 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.8°F |
| 14% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 50.9 inches |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Area | 5.6 sq mi (14.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 849/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.3305°N, 78.7014°W |
| County FIPS | 37047 |
Winner: Republican by 33.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 23.7% |
| 30% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.46 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 849/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.6 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 4 |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 148 |
| Restaurants | 94 |
| Retail Stores | 192 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 17 |
| Avg Commute | 26.0 min |
| Work from Home | 1.9% |