What are the schools like in Advance, NC?

Advance is served primarily by Davie County Schools. The district operates 6 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.7:1.

What is the median household income in Advance?

The median household income in Advance, NC is $91,528 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Advance, NC?

Advance has an average high temperature of 49.3°F in January and 87.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 4.5 inches.

Advance, NC Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Advance, NC affordable or expensive?

Advance's cost of living index is 91, where 100 represents the national average. This means Advance is 9% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $338,200 and the median rent is $843 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Advance, NC?

Crime rate data for Advance is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Advance, NC a Good Place to Live?

Advance is a small town of 1,605 in North Carolina, with a median household income of $91,528 . Its cost of living index is 91 (US average = 100), which is 9% below the national average.

Strengths: Advance stands out for an affordable cost of living, solid school ratings (B-).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Advance is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Advance city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 91.4

Advance's overall cost of living index is 91.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Advance costs roughly 9% less than the average American city.

Metric	Advance, NC	National Avg
Median Home Value	$338,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$843	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	80.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$91,528	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Advance is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Advance is served primarily by Davie County Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.7:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Advance, NC	National Avg
School District	Davie County Schools	—
Elementary Schools	6	—
Middle Schools	4	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	16.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	26.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	92.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Advance sees average highs of 49.3°F in January and 87.7°F in July, with 48.4 inches of annual precipitation and 4.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Advance, NC
Average High — January	49.3°F
Average High — July	87.7°F
Annual Precipitation	48.4"
Annual Snowfall	4.5"

Demographics

Metric	Advance, NC	National Avg
Population	1,605	—
Median Age	39.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	33.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	88.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	4.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	5.2%	18.9%
Asian	2.0%	6.3%
Under 18	34.8%	22.2%
65 and over	11.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Bermuda Run, NC 5 mi Yadkin College, NC 5 mi Clemmons, NC 6 mi Welcome, NC 8 mi Farmington, NC 9 mi

ZIP Codes in Advance

Advance, NC is covered by 1 ZIP code:

27006

Advance vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Advance, NC affordable or expensive?

Advance's cost of living index is 91, where 100 is the national average. That makes Advance roughly 9% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $338,200 and median rent is $843/month.

What is the crime rate in Advance, NC?

Crime data for Advance is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Advance?

Public schools in Advance are operated by Davie County Schools. The district has 6 elementary, 4 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.7:1. 26.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Advance, NC a good place to live?

Advance, NC has a population of 1,605, a median household income of $91,528, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Advance?

Advance averages 49.3°F in January and 87.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 48.4 inches with about 4.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Advance?

Advance, NC is covered by 1 ZIP code: 27006.

What is the population of Advance?

The population of Advance, North Carolina is 1,605 with a median age of 39.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Advance?

Key numbers for living in Advance: cost of living index 91 (100 = US average), median home $338,200, median household income $91,528, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Advance side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.