What are the schools like in Efland, NC?

Efland is served primarily by Orange County Schools. The district operates 7 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 3 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 15.4:1.

What is the median household income in Efland?

The median household income in Efland, NC is $85,248 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 Efland, NC?

Efland has an average high temperature of 50.3°F in January and 88.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.8 inches and annual snowfall averages 1.8 inches.

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

Q: Is Efland, NC affordable or expensive?

Efland's cost of living index is 97, where 100 represents the national average. This means Efland is 3% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $184,000 and the median rent is N/A per month.

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

Efland has a violent crime rate of 204.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1968.7 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Efland, NC a Good Place to Live?

Efland is a small town of 825 in North Carolina, with a median household income of $85,248 . Its cost of living index is 97 (US average = 100), which is 3% below the national average.

Strengths: Efland stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B).

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

All Efland 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: 96.6

Efland's overall cost of living index is 96.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Efland costs roughly 3% less than the average American city.

Metric	Efland, NC	National Avg
Median Home Value	$184,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	87.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$85,248	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Safer than Average

Efland's violent crime rate is 204.7 per 100,000 residents — 46% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

204.7 /100k

Property Crime

1968.7 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Efland is served primarily by Orange County Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Efland, NC	National Avg
School District	Orange County Schools	—
Elementary Schools	7	—
Middle Schools	3	—
High Schools	3	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	15.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	31.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	100.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Efland sees average highs of 50.3°F in January and 88.0°F in July, with 48.8 inches of annual precipitation and 1.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Efland, NC
Average High — January	50.3°F
Average High — July	88.0°F
Annual Precipitation	48.8"
Annual Snowfall	1.8"

Demographics

Metric	Efland, NC	National Avg
Population	825	—
Median Age	44.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	34.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	71.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	26.5%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	28.4%	22.2%
65 and over	8.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Hillsborough, NC 4 mi Mebane, NC 6 mi Woodlawn, NC 7 mi Green Level, NC 10 mi Haw River, NC 11 mi

ZIP Codes in Efland

Efland, NC is covered by 1 ZIP code:

27243

Efland vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Efland, NC affordable or expensive?

Efland's cost of living index is 97, where 100 is the national average. That makes Efland roughly 3% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $184,000 and median rent is N/A/month.

What is the crime rate in Efland, NC?

Efland's violent crime rate is 204.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1968.7 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Efland?

Public schools in Efland are operated by Orange County Schools. The district has 7 elementary, 3 middle, and 3 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.4:1. 31.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Efland, NC a good place to live?

Efland, NC has a population of 825, a median household income of $85,248, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. 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 Efland?

Efland averages 50.3°F in January and 88.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 48.8 inches with about 1.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Efland?

Efland, NC is covered by 1 ZIP code: 27243.

What is the population of Efland?

The population of Efland, North Carolina is 825 with a median age of 44.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Efland?

Key numbers for living in Efland: cost of living index 97 (100 = US average), median home $184,000, median household income $85,248, crime index 70 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Efland side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.