What are the schools like in Polkton, NC?

Polkton 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 Polkton?

The median household income in Polkton, NC is $47,277 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 1.5%.

What is the weather like in Polkton, NC?

Polkton 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.

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

Q: Is Polkton, NC affordable or expensive?

Polkton's cost of living index is 97, where 100 represents the national average. This means Polkton is 3% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $130,100 and the median rent is $784 per month.

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

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

Is Polkton, NC a Good Place to Live?

Polkton is a small town of 2,937 in North Carolina, with a median household income of $47,277 and a 1.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 97 (US average = 100), which is 3% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Polkton is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Polkton 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

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

Metric	Polkton, NC	National Avg
Median Home Value	$130,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$784	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	42.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$47,277	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Polkton 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	Polkton, 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	2.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	79.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

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

Demographics

Metric	Polkton, NC	National Avg
Population	2,937	—
Median Age	38.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	1.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	29.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	46.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	42.9%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	4.6%	18.9%
Asian	0.4%	6.3%
Under 18	12.8%	22.2%
65 and over	13.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Peachland, NC 4 mi Wadesboro, NC 7 mi Ansonville, NC 9 mi Marshville, NC 10 mi Lilesville, NC 12 mi

ZIP Codes in Polkton

Polkton, NC is covered by 1 ZIP code:

28135

Polkton vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Polkton, NC affordable or expensive?

Polkton's cost of living index is 97, where 100 is the national average. That makes Polkton roughly 3% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $130,100 and median rent is $784/month.

What is the crime rate in Polkton, NC?

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

What are the schools like in Polkton?

Public schools in Polkton 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. 2.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Polkton, NC a good place to live?

Polkton, NC has a population of 2,937, a median household income of $47,277, and an unemployment rate of 1.5%. 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 Polkton?

Polkton 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 Polkton?

Polkton, NC is covered by 1 ZIP code: 28135.

What is the population of Polkton?

The population of Polkton, North Carolina is 2,937 with a median age of 38.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Polkton?

Key numbers for living in Polkton: cost of living index 97 (100 = US average), median home $130,100, median household income $47,277, schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Polkton side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.