What are the schools like in Wadesboro, NC?

Wadesboro 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 Wadesboro?

The median household income in Wadesboro, NC is $32,022 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 12.9%.

What is the weather like in Wadesboro, NC?

Wadesboro 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.

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

Q: Is Wadesboro, NC affordable or expensive?

Wadesboro's cost of living index is 97, where 100 represents the national average. This means Wadesboro is 3% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $96,100 and the median rent is $893 per month.

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

Wadesboro has a violent crime rate of 2037.1 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 7353.8 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Wadesboro, NC a Good Place to Live?

Wadesboro is a small town of 5,004 in North Carolina, with a median household income of $32,022 and a 12.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 97 (US average = 100), which is 3% below the national average.

Strengths: Wadesboro stands out for below-average home prices, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include a higher-than-average crime index, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Wadesboro is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Wadesboro 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

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

Metric	Wadesboro, NC	National Avg
Median Home Value	$96,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$893	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	58.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$32,022	$74,755

Crime & Safety

High Crime

Wadesboro's violent crime rate is 2037.1 per 100,000 residents — 436% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

2037.1 /100k

Property Crime

7353.8 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Wadesboro 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	Wadesboro, 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	15.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	84.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

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

Demographics

Metric	Wadesboro, NC	National Avg
Population	5,004	—
Median Age	38.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	12.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	24.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	25.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	69.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.3%	18.9%
Asian	4.9%	6.3%
Under 18	22.9%	22.2%
65 and over	17.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Lilesville, NC 5 mi Polkton, NC 7 mi Morven, NC 8 mi Ansonville, NC 10 mi Peachland, NC 11 mi

ZIP Codes in Wadesboro

Wadesboro, NC is covered by 1 ZIP code:

28170

Wadesboro vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wadesboro, NC affordable or expensive?

Wadesboro's cost of living index is 97, where 100 is the national average. That makes Wadesboro roughly 3% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $96,100 and median rent is $893/month.

What is the crime rate in Wadesboro, NC?

Wadesboro's violent crime rate is 2037.1 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 7353.8 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Wadesboro?

Public schools in Wadesboro 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. 15.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Wadesboro, NC a good place to live?

Wadesboro, NC has a population of 5,004, a median household income of $32,022, and an unemployment rate of 12.9%. 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 Wadesboro?

Wadesboro 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 Wadesboro?

Wadesboro, NC is covered by 1 ZIP code: 28170.

What is the population of Wadesboro?

The population of Wadesboro, North Carolina is 5,004 with a median age of 38.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Wadesboro?

Key numbers for living in Wadesboro: cost of living index 97 (100 = US average), median home $96,100, median household income $32,022, crime index 400 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Wadesboro side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.