What are the schools like in Moncure, NC?

Moncure is served primarily by Chatham County Schools. The district operates 11 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 7 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.9:1.

What is the median household income in Moncure?

The median household income in Moncure, NC is $51,896 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 Moncure, NC?

Moncure has an average high temperature of 53.1°F in January and 90.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 2.4 inches.

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

Q: Is Moncure, NC affordable or expensive?

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

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

Moncure has a violent crime rate of 171.9 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1149.5 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Moncure, NC a Good Place to Live?

Moncure is a small town of 775 in North Carolina, with a median household income of $51,896 . Its cost of living index is 97 (US average = 100), which is 3% below the national average.

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

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

All Moncure 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

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

Metric	Moncure, NC	National Avg
Median Home Value	N/A	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	93.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$51,896	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Moncure's violent crime rate is 171.9 per 100,000 residents — 55% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

171.9 /100k

Property Crime

1149.5 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Moncure is served primarily by Chatham County Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Moncure, NC	National Avg
School District	Chatham County Schools	—
Elementary Schools	11	—
Middle Schools	3	—
High Schools	7	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	13.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	69.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Moncure sees average highs of 53.1°F in January and 90.2°F in July, with 46.9 inches of annual precipitation and 2.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Moncure, NC
Average High — January	53.1°F
Average High — July	90.2°F
Annual Precipitation	46.9"
Annual Snowfall	2.4"

Demographics

Metric	Moncure, NC	National Avg
Population	775	—
Median Age	58.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	38.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	65.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	3.2%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	6.2%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	14.1%	22.2%
65 and over	13.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Pittsboro, NC 9 mi Sanford, NC 11 mi Broadway, NC 12 mi Fearrington Village, NC 12 mi Gulf, NC 13 mi

ZIP Codes in Moncure

Moncure, NC is covered by 1 ZIP code:

27559

Moncure vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Moncure, NC affordable or expensive?

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

What is the crime rate in Moncure, NC?

Moncure's violent crime rate is 171.9 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1149.5 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Moncure?

Public schools in Moncure are operated by Chatham County Schools. The district has 11 elementary, 3 middle, and 7 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.9:1. 13.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Moncure, NC a good place to live?

Moncure, NC has a population of 775, a median household income of $51,896, 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 Moncure?

Moncure averages 53.1°F in January and 90.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 46.9 inches with about 2.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Moncure?

Moncure, NC is covered by 1 ZIP code: 27559.

What is the population of Moncure?

The population of Moncure, North Carolina is 775 with a median age of 58.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Moncure?

Key numbers for living in Moncure: cost of living index 97 (100 = US average), median home N/A, median household income $51,896, crime index 49 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Moncure side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.