What are the schools like in Lilesville, NC?

Lilesville is served primarily by Anson County Schools. The district operates 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.6:1.

What is the median household income in Lilesville?

The median household income in Lilesville, NC is $51,538 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 10.5%.

What is the weather like in Lilesville, NC?

Lilesville has an average high temperature of 52.8°F in January and 90.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.8 inches and annual snowfall averages 3.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Lilesville, NC affordable or expensive?

Lilesville's cost of living index is 97, where 100 represents the national average. This means Lilesville is 3% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $116,700 and the median rent is $814 per month.

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

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

Is Lilesville, NC a Good Place to Live?

Lilesville is a small town of 779 in North Carolina, with a median household income of $51,538 and a 10.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 97 (US average = 100), which is 3% below the national average.

Strengths: Lilesville stands out for below-average home prices.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Lilesville is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Lilesville 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: 97.0

Lilesville's overall cost of living index is 97.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Lilesville costs roughly 3% less than the average American city.

Metric	Lilesville, NC	National Avg
Median Home Value	$116,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$814	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	90.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$51,538	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Lilesville is served primarily by Anson County Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.6:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Lilesville, NC	National Avg
School District	Anson County Schools	—
Elementary Schools	5	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	16.6:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	17.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	97.1%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Lilesville sees average highs of 52.8°F in January and 90.7°F in July, with 47.8 inches of annual precipitation and 3.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Lilesville, NC
Average High — January	52.8°F
Average High — July	90.7°F
Annual Precipitation	47.8"
Annual Snowfall	3.2"

Demographics

Metric	Lilesville, NC	National Avg
Population	779	—
Median Age	39.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	10.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	32.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	27.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	69.7%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	24.9%	22.2%
65 and over	20.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Wadesboro, NC 5 mi Morven, NC 7 mi Cordova, NC 10 mi McFarlan, NC 11 mi Ansonville, NC 12 mi

ZIP Codes in Lilesville

Lilesville, NC is covered by 1 ZIP code:

28091

Lilesville vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lilesville, NC affordable or expensive?

Lilesville's cost of living index is 97, where 100 is the national average. That makes Lilesville roughly 3% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $116,700 and median rent is $814/month.

What is the crime rate in Lilesville, NC?

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

What are the schools like in Lilesville?

Public schools in Lilesville are operated by Anson County Schools. The district has 5 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.6:1. 17.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Lilesville, NC a good place to live?

Lilesville, NC has a population of 779, a median household income of $51,538, and an unemployment rate of 10.5%. 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 Lilesville?

Lilesville averages 52.8°F in January and 90.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 47.8 inches with about 3.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Lilesville?

Lilesville, NC is covered by 1 ZIP code: 28091.

What is the population of Lilesville?

The population of Lilesville, North Carolina is 779 with a median age of 39.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Lilesville?

Key numbers for living in Lilesville: cost of living index 97 (100 = US average), median home $116,700, median household income $51,538, schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Lilesville side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.