What are the schools like in Sneads Ferry, NC?

Sneads Ferry is served primarily by Onslow County Schools. The district operates 22 elementary schools, 8 middle schools, and 8 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 15.7:1.

What is the median household income in Sneads Ferry?

The median household income in Sneads Ferry, NC is $40,278 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 Sneads Ferry, NC?

Sneads Ferry has an average high temperature of 56.0°F in January and 89.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 0.6 inches.

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

Q: Is Sneads Ferry, NC affordable or expensive?

Sneads Ferry's cost of living index is 92, where 100 represents the national average. This means Sneads Ferry is 8% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $195,200 and the median rent is $1,059 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Sneads Ferry, NC?

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

Is Sneads Ferry, NC a Good Place to Live?

Sneads Ferry is a small town of 2,140 in North Carolina, with a median household income of $40,278 . Its cost of living index is 92 (US average = 100), which is 8% below the national average.

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

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

All Sneads Ferry 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: 91.6

Sneads Ferry's overall cost of living index is 91.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Sneads Ferry costs roughly 8% less than the average American city.

Metric	Sneads Ferry, NC	National Avg
Median Home Value	$195,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,059	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	77.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$40,278	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Sneads Ferry is served primarily by Onslow County Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Sneads Ferry, NC	National Avg
School District	Onslow County Schools	—
Elementary Schools	22	—
Middle Schools	8	—
High Schools	8	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	15.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	13.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	88.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Sneads Ferry sees average highs of 56.0°F in January and 89.3°F in July, with 55.2 inches of annual precipitation and 0.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Sneads Ferry, NC
Average High — January	56.0°F
Average High — July	89.3°F
Annual Precipitation	55.2"
Annual Snowfall	0.6"

Demographics

Metric	Sneads Ferry, NC	National Avg
Population	2,140	—
Median Age	50.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	27.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	94.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.3%	18.9%
Asian	2.1%	6.3%
Under 18	19.0%	22.2%
65 and over	22.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

North Topsail Beach, NC 6 mi Holly Ridge, NC 11 mi Jacksonville, NC 12 mi Surf City, NC 12 mi Piney Green, NC 15 mi

Sneads Ferry vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sneads Ferry, NC affordable or expensive?

Sneads Ferry's cost of living index is 92, where 100 is the national average. That makes Sneads Ferry roughly 8% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $195,200 and median rent is $1,059/month.

What is the crime rate in Sneads Ferry, NC?

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

What are the schools like in Sneads Ferry?

Public schools in Sneads Ferry are operated by Onslow County Schools. The district has 22 elementary, 8 middle, and 8 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.7:1. 13.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Sneads Ferry, NC a good place to live?

Sneads Ferry, NC has a population of 2,140, a median household income of $40,278, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. 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 Sneads Ferry?

Sneads Ferry averages 56.0°F in January and 89.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 55.2 inches with about 0.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Sneads Ferry?

The population of Sneads Ferry, North Carolina is 2,140 with a median age of 50.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Sneads Ferry?

Key numbers for living in Sneads Ferry: cost of living index 92 (100 = US average), median home $195,200, median household income $40,278, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Sneads Ferry side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.