What are the schools like in Misenheimer, NC?

Misenheimer is served primarily by Gray Stone Day School. The district operates several elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 17.4:1.

What is the median household income in Misenheimer?

The median household income in Misenheimer, NC is $44,063 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 13.4%.

What is the weather like in Misenheimer, NC?

Misenheimer has an average high temperature of 50.9°F in January and 88.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 0.8 inches.

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

Q: Is Misenheimer, NC affordable or expensive?

Misenheimer's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Misenheimer is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $146,900 and the median rent is $640 per month.

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

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

Is Misenheimer, NC a Good Place to Live?

Misenheimer is a small town of 652 in North Carolina, with a median household income of $44,063 and a 13.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

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

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

All Misenheimer 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: 88.9

Misenheimer's overall cost of living index is 88.9, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Misenheimer costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Misenheimer, NC	National Avg
Median Home Value	$146,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$640	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	59.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$44,063	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Misenheimer is served primarily by Gray Stone Day School. The student-to-teacher ratio is 17.4:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Misenheimer, NC	National Avg
School District	Gray Stone Day School	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	17.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	24.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	88.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Misenheimer sees average highs of 50.9°F in January and 88.6°F in July, with 46.2 inches of annual precipitation and 0.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Misenheimer, NC
Average High — January	50.9°F
Average High — July	88.6°F
Annual Precipitation	46.2"
Annual Snowfall	0.8"

Demographics

Metric	Misenheimer, NC	National Avg
Population	652	—
Median Age	20.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	13.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	16.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	71.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	23.8%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.1%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	8.6%	22.2%
65 and over	9.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Richfield, NC 2 mi Gold Hill, NC 4 mi New London, NC 5 mi Millingport, NC 7 mi Rockwell, NC 9 mi

ZIP Codes in Misenheimer

Misenheimer, NC is covered by 1 ZIP code:

28109

Misenheimer vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Misenheimer, NC affordable or expensive?

Misenheimer's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Misenheimer roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $146,900 and median rent is $640/month.

What is the crime rate in Misenheimer, NC?

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

What are the schools like in Misenheimer?

Public schools in Misenheimer are operated by Gray Stone Day School. The district has several elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 17.4:1. 24.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Misenheimer, NC a good place to live?

Misenheimer, NC has a population of 652, a median household income of $44,063, and an unemployment rate of 13.4%. 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 Misenheimer?

Misenheimer averages 50.9°F in January and 88.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 46.2 inches with about 0.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Misenheimer?

Misenheimer, NC is covered by 1 ZIP code: 28109.

What is the population of Misenheimer?

The population of Misenheimer, North Carolina is 652 with a median age of 20.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Misenheimer?

Key numbers for living in Misenheimer: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $146,900, median household income $44,063, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Misenheimer side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.