Vass, North Carolina, 2011
Vass’s story
134 years in pictures
The archive holds 6 old photos and papers going back to 2011.
2 places on the National Register of Historic Places.
- 1892Vass is settled
Photo: Dincher · CC BY-SA 3.0
Population
1,062
2025 Census estimate · +11.2% since 2020
Typical home
$368K
+1.9% in a year
Household income
$74K
median
Median age
29.4
years
Jobs based here
605
A job hub
Is Vass a good place to live?
The best of Vass’ subject grades are an A− for cost of living and a B+ for schools; the weakest is a D for walkability. 33% of residents are under 18 in Vass, above both the North Carolina town median (22%) and the median of U.S. towns (22%). Among 291 North Carolina towns, just 10 have a lower share of residents 65 or older than Vass. 11% of the land in Vass is conserved, against 3.4% in North Carolina’s towns and 4.3% across U.S. towns. Vass has 2 places on the National Register of Historic Places, among them Lakeview Historic District and Leslie-Taylor House. Vass has fewer than 2,500 residents, so it gets subject grades but no overall grade.
What makes Vass stand out
Where Vass beats most towns.
Jobs vs. working residents
Jobs here605
Residents who work344
Work
A regional job hub: more jobs per worker than 90% of U.S. towns
Census LEHD 2023.
Typical home value
Vass$368K
North Carolina$332K
Cost of livingA−
4.3 years of income buys a home
More affordable than 76% of U.S. towns
Zillow Home Value Index; area median household income, Census ACS.
Natural hazardsB+
Low risk of storm and flood damage
FEMA National Risk Index.
Small town
1,062 people, and everyone knows the way
In a town this size, neighbors are the best guide. Ask them anything.
Nearby towns
How Vass grades
Each subject compared with towns across the country (schools within North Carolina), ordered by how far Vass is from typical.
WalkabilityEPA walkability 5.7 of 20; 6.4% of households have no car; 0% of workers walk, bike or ride transitDOpen →Cost of livingA−Open →Hazard riskFEMA risk higher than 28% of U.S. communities; inland flooding tops the listB+Open →SchoolsB+Open →HealthFirsthealth Moore Regional Hospital 10.4 miles awayBOpen →Jobs & income$74K median household incomeB−Open →
Character Graded, but not part of the overall grade.
OutdoorsCOpen →History2 places on the National RegisterB−Open →Civic life2.8 community nonprofits per 1,000 residentsC−Open →
Described, not graded Taste, not quality: snow or an older crowd is neither good nor bad.
How TownRatings grades towns →
Getting set up
The full setup list →Moving to Vass: who provides what
Who provides power, water and the rest in Vass, and how to reach them.
PowerDuke Energy15.2¢/kWh · EIA 2025HIFLD · EIA
WaterMoore Co Public Util-VassNo health-based violations in 5 years · EPAEPA
Internet5 providers96% of addresses get 100/20 MbpsFCC
Trash & dumpMondayTrash dayTown site
Register to voteOnlineIn North Carolina you can register online until 25 days before Election Day, in person with same-day registration during the early voting period, or by mail (postmarked 25 days before).vote.govWho runs elections hereMoore County Board of ElectionsMoore County; contacts on the Handbook page.FVAP, Mar 2023
ZIP code2839428394 100%Census 2020
EPA SDWIS (Oct 9, 2026) · HIFLD + EIA-861 2025 · Census 2020 ZCTAs · NCES 2024–25 · registration: vote.gov, updated Nov 18, 2024.
The data
Ordered by what stands out in Vass.
Work & commuteJobs & income grade B−
A job hub: Vass has 1.8 jobs for every working resident and draws in 599 commuters
Most working residents leave Vass for work: only 2% work in town. Jobs based in Vass grew to 605 in 2023, 96 more than in 2013. 6.7% of Vass residents live below the poverty line.
2%work in town
| Vass | North Carolina towns | U.S. towns | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below the poverty line | 6.7% | 13% | 9.6% |
| Working residents who work in town | 1.7% | 6.8% | 8% |
| Average trip to work | 26 minutes | 24 minutes | 25 minutes |
Where working residents work
In Vass2%
Southern Pines17%
Pinehurst13%
Raleigh6%
Fayetteville5%
16 mi
median commute distance
605
jobs based in Vass
A job hub
jobs vs. working residents
D
Walkability grade: more walkable than 12% of U.S. towns
Census LEHD 2023 · ACS
SchoolsB+
Vass’ schools rank ahead of 70% of North Carolina districts
Its public schools are run by the Moore County Schools. Its one school is below.
70%of NC districts it outscoresB+School Grade
| School | Level | Students | Letter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vass-Lakeview ElementaryLargest public elementary schoolGrades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 | 511 | B+ |
NCES · EDFacts · graded within NC on state tests and graduation
Who lives here
Fewer middle-aged adults than North Carolina overall
The median age in Vass is 29.4 years. Vass has grown 11% since 2020, to 1,062 residents in the Census Bureau’s 2025 estimate. 29% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree or more, vs 36% across North Carolina.
29.4median age · NC 39.1
| Vass | North Carolina towns | U.S. towns | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 29.4 years | 40.1 years | 40.5 years |
| Bachelor’s degree or more, 25+ | 29% | 29% | 29% |
VassNorth CarolinaUnited States
Ages · share of residents
26%
Education · adults 25 and older
No diploma11%
High school18%
Some college28%
Associate’s15%
Bachelor’s16%
Graduate13%
Women and men · all residents
46% women, 54% men
That’s an even split within the survey’s margin of ±4.4 points. Across North Carolina, 51.1% of residents are women.
| Vass | NC | U.S. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 10 | 16.6% | 11.6% | 11.6% |
| 10 to 17 | 16.7% | 10.2% | 10.3% |
| 18 to 24 | 6.8% | 9.5% | 9.1% |
| 25 to 34 | 26.3% | 13.4% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 | 15% | 12.8% | 13.2% |
| 45 to 54 | 5.2% | 12.6% | 12.2% |
| 55 to 64 | 5.5% | 12.8% | 12.7% |
| 65 to 74 | 7.3% | 10.3% | 10.2% |
| 75 and older | 0.6% | 6.9% | 7% |
| No diploma | 11.2% | 9.9% | 10.4% |
| High school | 17.7% | 24.8% | 26% |
| Some college | 27.7% | 19.6% | 19.1% |
| Associate’s | 14.6% | 10.1% | 8.8% |
| Bachelor’s | 16% | 22.2% | 21.6% |
| Graduate | 12.8% | 13.5% | 14.1% |
Census population estimates, 2025 · U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2020-2024 5-year estimates · in a town of 1,100, single groups can be off by several points
Natural hazardsHazard risk grade B+
Vass faces a low natural-hazard risk, led by inland flooding
Expected storm and flood damage is lower than in 72% of U.S. communities. Since 2018, 2 flood insurance claims have been paid out in Vass.
28risk score of 100
FEMA risk score
Inland floodingHurricanesTornadoes
2
paid flood claims since 2018
2
federal disasters paid out here
FEMA flood insurance claims · FEMA National Risk Index · OpenFEMA
Climate
In Vass, expect mild winters and hot summers
Vass has mild winters and warm summers. Vass’ July high is 91°F.
1″snow a winter
Typical low → high °F
Winter33–55°
Spring48–73°
Summer68–89°
Fall50–73°
Nov 5
typical first frost
Apr 1
typical last frost
+1.0°
vs. the 20th-century average
NOAA U.S. Climate Normals, 1991–2020
11%conserved
11%
conserved · 238 of 2,163 acres
0.0 mi
of trails · 0 per sq mi
| Biggest places to walk | Trails | Acres |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Sandy Ramey Keith Park | — | 5 |
Trails & parks © OpenStreetMap contributors · Conserved land: USGS PAD-US
Safety
Crime reported in Vass
Vass's reported crime rate is close to North Carolina's. Most reported incidents are property crimes, mainly thefts. Violent crime is rare: 3 reported in 2025.
| Vass | North Carolina towns | U.S. towns | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Property crimes per 1,000 (2025) | 16.1 per 1,000 residents | 21.8 | 9.9 |
| Violent crimes per 1,000 (2025) | 2.8 per 1,000 residents | 3.2 | 1.6 |
Violent crime per 1,000 residents
Vass2.8
North Carolina3.3
U.S.3.3
Property crime per 1,000 residents
Vass16.1
North Carolina18.2
U.S.15.5
3
violent crimes reported in 2025
17
property crimes reported in 2025
FBI crime data, 2025 · crimes reported to police
HousingCost of living grade A−
Vass’ typical home value is about $368K
The typical Vass home is worth about $368,000, up 1.9% in a year, 11% above the North Carolina typical home.
$368KZillow home value
| Vass | North Carolina towns | U.S. towns | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $881 a month | $1,085 a month | $1,185 a month |
| Households that own their home | 72% | 67% | 73% |
Typical home value
Vass$368K
North Carolina$332K
Market temperature
122
days on market
100.2%
sale-to-list price
+1.9%
value change, 1 year
9
homes sold in May
Zillow Home Value Index · Redfin Data Center
HealthB
Vass is healthier than 57% of U.S. towns
Vass tracks North Carolina closely on all 32 CDC measures. 27% of adults have been diagnosed with depression in Vass.
57%healthier than U.S. townsBHealth Grade
| Vass | North Carolina towns | U.S. towns | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Depression (CDC PLACES) | 27% | 25% | 23% |
| Frequent mental distress (CDC PLACES) | 18% | 17% | 17% |
| Yearly checkup (CDC PLACES) | 78% | 80% | 79% |
| High blood pressure (CDC PLACES) | 35% | 38% | 35% |
32 measures vs. North Carolina
0 better32 too close to call0 worse
Firsthealth Moore Regional Hospital
10.4 mi away · emergency room
None
primary care, dental or mental-health shortage
CDC PLACES 2025 · modeled estimates for adults · CMS · HRSA
Keep exploring
Everything we know about Vass
19pages on Vass
The big questions
SchoolsB+Beat 70% of NC districts · 1 schoolSafety2.8 violent crimes per 1,000 residents (2025)HealthBBetter than NC on 0 of 32 CDC measuresCost of livingA−$368K typical home · up 1.9% in a yearWork & commuteB−$74K median household income · 605 jobs hereNatural hazardsB+FEMA risk higher than 28% of U.S. communities · inland flooding
Out and about
The story
After high school
Colleges nearby
1 within 15 miles of the center of Vass
About 2 of every 100 Vass residents are enrolled in college, against 6 across North Carolina.
A job hub
Every workday, about 599 people come to Vass for work
Where Vass’s working residents go each day. Line width shows the share.
605jobs based in Vass
2%of working residents work in town
16 mimedian commute distance
Census LEHD 2023
About Vass
Town in North Carolina, United States
Vass is a town in Moore County, North Carolina, United States. The population was 952 at the 2020 census, up from 720 in 2010. Vass grew up along the railroad in the late 19th century. It was originally named "Bynum" and later "Winder", before being established as Vass in 1892. The town was incorporated in 1907.
From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0 · facts via Wikidata (CC0)
- Established
- 1907
- Area
- 3.2 sq mi
- Elevation
- 308 ft
- ZIP code
- 28394
- Area code
- 910
Questions about Vass
Short answers, built from the data on this page.
Is Vass, NC expensive?
Not for the area. Cost of living, which also weighs rents, property taxes and how many households pay 30% or more of their income for housing, grades A−.