Yadkin College, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Yadkin College is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 354. Residents earn $60,568 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
354 Population 123/sq mi density
$60,568 Median Income $34,324 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$60,568 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,568
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.1%
94% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.8%
28% higher than US avg

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

People

Population354
Median Age31.8 yrs
Density123/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$60,568
Per Capita$34,324
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.8%
County GDP$1,975M
Commute36 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.7%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.9 in/yr
Elevation781 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.1%
High School+77.1%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute36 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries2

Is Yadkin College a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yadkin College receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Yadkin College has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Yadkin College is $60,568, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

2.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Yadkin College enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Yadkin College has a population of 354 with a density of 123 people per square mile. The median age is 31.8 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

354
Total Population
123
People / sq mi
31.8yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39%
Female 61%

Race & Ethnicity

Yadkin College vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Yadkin College vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yadkin College is $60,568, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Yadkin College vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,568
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,324
Avg Weekly Wage$983
IRS Avg AGI$86,070

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.8%
28% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,128
County GDP$1,975M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare69
Retail127
Manufacturing49

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,821
9% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,821
9% above US avg
In Yadkin College, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.7% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Yadkin College vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.0%
9% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma11.7%
COPD7.9%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression29.7%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate76.2%
Premature Death9,312/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access66.7%
Healthcare Facilities69

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Yadkin College has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.1°F
6% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.9 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall4.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation781 ft (238 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²)
Population Density123/sq mi
Coordinates35.8721°N, 80.3861°W
County FIPS37059
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 2.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.5-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.6%
D 26.2%

Winner: Republican by 46.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.1%
94% below US avg
High School+77.1%
School Test Score5.46
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density123/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities69
Restaurants71
Retail Stores127

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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