United States landmark

28663

Piney Creek, NC

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Total Population

461
5-year trend
+6.7%

Median Household Income

-$666,666,666
5-year trend
+24.8%

Median Home Value

$189,000
5-year trend
+14.9%

Median Rent

-$666,666,666
5-year trend
+34.4%

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Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Median household income is 1226% lower than the state average, indicating a more affordable area.

Home values are 100% higher than the state average. This area has a competitive real estate market.

Median age of 65 years suggests an established, mature community.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Household Income
-$666,666,666
1226.5% below state avg
Home Value
$189,000
100.4% above state avg
Rent
-$666,666,666
632.5% below state avg
Population Density
461 residents
Median Age
65.1 years

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
NaN
Below Average
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
-444399/100
Cost of Living
30/100
Safety
NaN/100
Education
36/100
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Employment
62/100
Housing
-846544/100
Weather
69/100

Data Sources & Accuracy

Official Government Data:Demographics and housing statistics are from the U.S. Census Bureau API (American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates). Weather and climate data comes from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) API with official climate normals from the nearest weather station. Crime statistics are from the FBI Crime Data Explorer API, with county-level data when available, otherwise state-level official data.
Modeled Estimates:Schools and some economic indicators are currently modeled using statistical methods based on national averages and regional patterns. For critical decisions, verify with official sources:

Learn more about our data sources and methodology on our Data Sources page.

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Piney Creek, NC 28663

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Coordinates: 36.5276°, -81.3019°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
179
Higher than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
293
Above avg
Transportation
119
Above avg
Healthcare
110
Average
Groceries
129
Above avg
Utilities
115
Above avg
Overall
179
Above avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
205
Employment Rate
92.2%
Avg. Commute
36 min
Work From Home
0%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Educational Services
25.4%
Retail Trade
24.6%
Manufacturing
16.7%
Finance & Insurance
11.4%
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
9.6%
Total Employed
189
Total Unemployed
16
Unemployment Rate
7.8%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Key Demographic Insightsfor Piney Creek, NC

Median household income is 1226% above state average, indicating a relatively affluent area.

Mature population with median age of 65.1 years, likely more established households.

Unemployment rate of 7.8% is above national average, indicating economic challenges.

Poverty rate of 19.1% is above national average of 11.5%.

Insights are derived from US Census Bureau data and may not reflect recent changes.

Household Income Distribution

Local Median Income
$-666,666,666
-887226.5% vs US
vs State Median
1226.5%
State: $-50,258,819
Income Distribution
31.0%
Under $50k
18.5%
Over $100k
Lower Income
Middle Income
Higher Income
Data from US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates

Age Distribution

Population by age group

Household Income Breakdown

Households by income bracket

Education Levels (Age 25+)

Highest education attained

Race & Ethnicity

Demographic composition

Households & Employment

Household Types

Family composition breakdown

Average Household Size: 1.73 people

Total Households
258
Family Households
48.1%

Employment by Industry

Where residents work

#1 Industry
Education
25.4%
#2 Industry
Retail
24.6%
#3 Industry
Manufacturing
16.7%
Total Employed Residents:114

Commute Patterns

How residents get to work

Short Commute
0.0%
Under 10 minutes
Long Commute
12.2%
Over 60 minutes
Work From Home
0.0%
0 workers
Public Transit
3.3%
6 workers
Total Commuting Workers:181
Commute Insights
0

Labor Force Statistics

Employment Rate
92.2%
189 employed
Labor Force
205
16 unemployed
Unemployment Rate:7.8%
Median Age
65.1 years
Per Capita Income
$55,860
Poverty Rate
19.1%
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