Belwood town, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Belwood town, North Carolina Demographics
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As of 2026, Belwood town, North Carolina has a total population of 928, the 474th largest city in North Carolina, with a median household income of $49,078, which is 30% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.9%.

Key Takeaways

Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.6%.

Belwood town Quick Facts

Population 928

Median Household Income $49,078

Median Home Value $180,600

Poverty Rate 13.9%

Unemployment Rate 1.6%

Median Age 46.6 years

Homeownership Rate 81.0%

Affordability Ratio 3.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 13.5%

High School Graduation Rate 86.5%

Diversity Index 20/100

Population 928 474th of 774

Median Income $49,078 below average

Poverty Rate 13.9% 11% higher national

Median Home Value $180,600 average

How Belwood town Compares

Median Household Income

Belwood town

$49,078

$69,904

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Belwood town

$180,600

$259,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 16.0%

$25K-$50K 42.6%

$50K-$100K 20.1%

$100K+ 21.3%

Employment

1.6% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

51.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 81.0%

Renter 18.9%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

25.4%

18-34

11.8%

35-54

33.9%

55-74

21.9%

75+

7.0%

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+)

Belwood town Rankings in North Carolina

#474 Population of 774

#486 Median Income of 774

#578 Education of 774

#394 Home Value of 774

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Cities Similar to Belwood town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Ellenboro town	899	$50,625	$104,500	10.7%	24.4%
Rougemont CDP	877	N/A	$219,000	22.0%	2.3%
Clarkton town	875	N/A	$137,500	10.7%	48.2%
Cooleemee town	984	$49,135	$134,200	17.0%	11.1%
Wagram town	899	$53,516	$107,100	17.5%	8.9%

Population Overview

Belwood town is a small community located in North Carolina. The total population is 928. It ranks as the 474th most populous out of 774 cities and towns in North Carolina.

Age Demographics

The median age in Belwood town is 46.6 years. This is 19% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Belwood town is $49,078. This is 30% lower than the state median of $69,904. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 38% lower. The poverty rate stands at 13.9%. This is 5% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 1.6%. This is 66% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $180,600. Housing costs are 30% lower than the state median of $259,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x. 81.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% higher than the state average of 66.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Belwood town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.5%. The Black or African American population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 20.3%. The Asian population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 3.1%.

Education

13.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 61% lower 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 86.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Belwood 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 Belwood town, North Carolina?

Belwood town, North Carolina has a population of 928 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Belwood town is $49,078, which is 38% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Belwood town, NC?

The poverty rate in Belwood town is 13.9%. This means approximately 128 residents live below the federal poverty line.

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

Belwood town's population is 89.3% White, 1.2% Black, 7.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.8% Asian.

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

The median home value in Belwood town is $180,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

How educated is Belwood town, North Carolina?

13.5% of adults (25+) in Belwood town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.