Bethania, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bethania, North Carolina had a total population of 443, the 608th largest town in North Carolina, with a median household income of $87,866, which is 21% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.1%.
Bethania Quick Facts
How Bethania Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 362 | 443 | +22.4% |
| Median household income | $77,500 | $87,866 | +13.4% |
| Median home value | $251,700 | $290,000 | +15.2% |
How Bethania Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 58 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Bethania Rankings in North Carolina
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Other Cities in Forsyth County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winston-Salem | 252,037 | $59,268 | 17.7% | $233,800 |
| Clemmons | 21,871 | $87,655 | 6.5% | $335,800 |
| Lewisville | 13,828 | $100,917 | 10.2% | $325,400 |
| King | 7,408 | $57,817 | 7.0% | $238,200 |
| Walkertown | 5,873 | $82,615 | 10.8% | $236,900 |
| Rural Hall | 3,466 | $51,054 | 9.4% | $189,600 |
| Tobaccoville | 2,664 | $80,263 | 8.5% | $234,200 |
| Germanton | 1,087 | $62,108 | 7.4% | $237,100 |
Cities Similar to Bethania
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Park | 456 | $88,750 | $315,500 | 59.0% | 16.4% |
| Ruffin | 423 | N/A | N/A | 3.5% | 6.8% |
| Evergreen | 421 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 34.4% |
| Barnardsville | 445 | $97,610 | $153,000 | 26.6% | 9.7% |
| Staley | 456 | $80,250 | $132,500 | 13.3% | 11.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 443, Bethania's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Bethania is a small community located in North Carolina, within Forsyth County. The total population is 443. It ranks as the 608th most populous out of 772 Census-designated places in North Carolina.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bethania is 55.7 years. This is 42% higher than the state median of 39.1 years. 17.2% 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 Bethania is $87,866. This is 21% higher than the state median of $72,388. It is also 9% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.6%. This is 20% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.0%. The unemployment rate is 2.1%. This is 54% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $290,000. Housing costs are about the same as the state median of $288,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 80.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% higher than the state average of 66.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Bethania is White (non-Hispanic), making up 74.0% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 16.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.1%) is well below the state average of 11.3%. The Asian population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 3.3%.
Education
33.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 7% lower than the state rate of 35.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bethania, North Carolina is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against North Carolina state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 772 Census-designated places in North Carolina. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Bethania, North Carolina?
Bethania, North Carolina has a population of 443 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bethania, NC?
The median household income in Bethania is $87,866, which is 9% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bethania, NC?
The poverty rate in Bethania is 15.6%. This means approximately 69 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bethania, North Carolina?
Bethania's population is 74.0% White, 16.5% Black, 4.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.9% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bethania, NC?
The median home value in Bethania is $290,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.
How educated is Bethania, North Carolina?
33.1% of adults (25+) in Bethania hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.