Bath town, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Bath town, North Carolina Demographics
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As of 2026, Bath town, North Carolina has a total population of 229, the 688th largest city in North Carolina, with a median household income of $72,000, which is 3% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.8%.

Key Takeaways

Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.3%.

Bath town Quick Facts

Population 229

Median Household Income $72,000

Median Home Value $401,600

Poverty Rate 11.8%

Unemployment Rate 1.3%

Median Age 66.0 years

Homeownership Rate 84.4%

Affordability Ratio 5.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 39.9%

High School Graduation Rate 99.0%

Diversity Index 0/100

Population 229 688th of 774

Median Income $72,000 above average

Poverty Rate 11.8% 5% lower national

Median Home Value $401,600 top 20%

How Bath town Compares

Median Household Income

Bath town

$72,000

$69,904

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Bath town

$401,600

$259,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 22.9%

$25K-$50K 13.1%

$50K-$100K 27.1%

$100K+ 36.9%

Employment

1.3% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

38.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 84.4%

Renter 15.6%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.6x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

10.5%

18-34

0.9%

35-54

17.9%

55-74

50.2%

75+

20.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 57 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Bath town Rankings in North Carolina

#688 Population of 774

#229 Median Income of 774

#149 Education of 774

#77 Home Value of 774

Explore North Carolina Rankings

Cities by Population All cities ranked by size Richest Cities Ranked by median income Most Educated By bachelor's degree rate Most Affordable By housing affordability

Other Cities in Beaufort County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Chocowinity town	1,090	$34,141	34.2%	$116,500
Pantego town	445	$67,500	8.1%	$107,500

Cities Similar to Bath town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Belvoir CDP	228	N/A	N/A	8.6%	7.0%
Bolivia town	225	$71,000	$286,800	53.1%	5.9%
Castalia town	223	N/A	N/A	17.9%	36.8%
Lowgap CDP	226	$68,750	N/A	0.0%	0.0%
Valle Crucis CDP	243	N/A	N/A	72.9%	0.0%

Population Overview

Bath town is a small community located in North Carolina, within Beaufort County. The total population is 229. It ranks as the 688th most populous out of 774 cities and towns in North Carolina.

Age Demographics

The median age in Bath town is 66.0 years. This is 69% higher than the state median of 39.1 years. Only 10.5% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 20.5% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Bath town is $72,000. This is 3% higher than the state median of $69,904. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 8% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.8%. This is 10% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 1.3%. This is 73% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $401,600. Housing costs are 55% higher than the state median of $259,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.6x. 84.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% higher than the state average of 66.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Bath town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 100.0% of all residents. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (100.0% vs 60.7%).

Education

39.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 15% higher than the state rate of 34.7%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 99.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Bath town, North Carolina is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against North Carolina state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 774 Census-designated places in North Carolina. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Bath town, North Carolina?

Bath town, North Carolina has a population of 229 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Bath town, NC?

The median household income in Bath town is $72,000, which is 8% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Bath town, NC?

The poverty rate in Bath town is 11.8%. This means approximately 27 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Bath town, North Carolina?

Bath town's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Bath town, NC?

The median home value in Bath town is $401,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.6x.

How educated is Bath town, North Carolina?

39.9% of adults (25+) in Bath town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.