Yadkinville, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Yadkinville is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 2,986. Residents earn $43,577 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,986 Population 1,019/sq mi density
$43,577 Median Income $22,916 per capita
$172,800 Home Value $241,189 Zillow
$763 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
203 Violent Crime/100K 3,866 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$43,577 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$172,800 home value, $763/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
203 violent crimes/100K (46% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,577
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $172,800
39% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 203/100K
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.8%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $763
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.2%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,986
Median Age37.7 yrs
Density1,019/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 65%

Economy

B+
Median Income$43,577
Per Capita$22,916
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty11.2%
County GDP$1,334M
Commute26 min

Housing

A
Home Value$172,800
Rent$763
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$241,189

Crime

F
Violent203/100K
Property3,866/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault170/100K
Burglary678/100K

Health

Obesity36.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.6 in/yr
Elevation929 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.8%
High School+81.2%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute26 min
EV Stations2
Libraries4

Is Yadkinville a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Yadkinville is $43,577, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 11.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Yadkinville is $172,800, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $763 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Yadkinville is below the national average at 203 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,866 per 100,000, 97% above the national average.

Education

11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Yadkinville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches, including 7.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Yadkinville has a population of 2,986 with a density of 1,019 people per square mile. The median age is 37.7 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.7%), with 8% Black.

Population

2,986
Total Population
1,019
People / sq mi
37.7yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Yadkinville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.0%
4% below US avg
Spanish25.0%
87% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Yadkinville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yadkinville is $43,577, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Yadkinville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,577
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,916
Avg Weekly Wage$868
IRS Avg AGI$62,397

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.2%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)798
County GDP$1,334M

Business (County)

Restaurants60
Healthcare42
Retail107
Manufacturing40

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,700
23% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.8 min
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Yadkinville is $172,800, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $763 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $241,189.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$172,800
39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$241,189
Median List Price$293,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$293,000
$/Sq Ft$201
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio96.2%
Price Drops7.7%
Inventory13

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$763
34% 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-Occupied49.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,700
23% below US avg
Effective Rate1.56%
In Yadkinville, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.2% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.1%
Checkup Rate76.7%
Premature Death12,330/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access51.6%
Healthcare Facilities42
Yadkinville has a violent crime rate of 203 per 100,000 residents, 46% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,866 per 100,000 (97% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent203.5/100K
46% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape33.9/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault169.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,865.7/100K
97% above US avg
Burglary678.2/100K
Theft3,018.0/100K
Vehicle Theft169.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Yadkinville has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.5°F
5% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.6 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall7.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation929 ft (283 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density1,019/sq mi
Coordinates36.1316°N, 80.6593°W
County FIPS37197
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.8%
D 18.4%

Winner: Republican by 62.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.8%
65% below US avg
High School+81.2%
School Test Score5.46
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,019/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants60
Retail Stores107

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.8 min
Work from Home3.2%

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