Broad Creek CDP, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Broad Creek CDP, North Carolina Demographics
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As of 2026, Broad Creek CDP, North Carolina has a total population of 1,963, the 343rd largest city in North Carolina, with a median household income of $57,545, which is 18% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.3%.

Broad Creek CDP Quick Facts

Population 1,963

Median Household Income $57,545

Median Home Value $226,000

Poverty Rate 11.3%

Unemployment Rate 3.2%

Median Age 51.6 years

Homeownership Rate 82.6%

Affordability Ratio 3.9x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 19.1%

High School Graduation Rate 90.8%

Diversity Index 12/100

Population 1,963 343rd of 774

Median Income $57,545 average

Poverty Rate 11.3% 10% lower national

Median Home Value $226,000 above average

How Broad Creek CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Broad Creek CDP

$57,545

$69,904

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Broad Creek CDP

$226,000

$259,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 17.0%

$25K-$50K 20.9%

$50K-$100K 42.6%

$100K+ 19.5%

Employment

3.2% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

55.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 82.6%

Renter 17.4%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.9x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.0%

18-34

11.5%

35-54

25.2%

55-74

34.6%

75+

8.7%

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+)

Broad Creek CDP Rankings in North Carolina

#343 Population of 774

#377 Median Income of 774

#440 Education of 774

#262 Home Value of 774

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Cities Similar to Broad Creek CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Glen Alpine town	1,995	$62,917	$173,200	29.3%	13.2%
Claremont city	2,051	$59,583	$227,200	25.9%	11.2%
Drexel town	1,862	$58,824	$204,600	20.2%	12.9%
Navassa town	2,148	$57,571	$196,300	18.8%	10.3%
Hildebran town	1,860	$53,125	$194,900	18.3%	19.0%

Population Overview

Broad Creek CDP is a small community located in North Carolina. The total population is 1,963. It ranks as the 343rd most populous out of 774 cities and towns in North Carolina.

Age Demographics

The median age in Broad Creek CDP is 51.6 years. This is 32% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Broad Creek CDP is $57,545. This is 18% lower than the state median of $69,904. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 27% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.3%. This is 15% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 3.2%. This is 34% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $226,000. Housing costs are 13% lower than the state median of $259,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 82.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% higher than the state average of 66.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Broad Creek CDP has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.7%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (93.6% vs 60.7%). The Hispanic or Latino population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 10.9%.

Education

19.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 45% 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 90.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Broad Creek CDP, 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 Broad Creek CDP, North Carolina?

Broad Creek CDP, North Carolina has a population of 1,963 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Broad Creek CDP, NC?

The median household income in Broad Creek CDP is $57,545, which is 27% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Broad Creek CDP, NC?

The poverty rate in Broad Creek CDP is 11.3%. This means approximately 220 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Broad Creek CDP, North Carolina?

Broad Creek CDP's population is 93.6% White, 0.0% Black, 0.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Broad Creek CDP, NC?

The median home value in Broad Creek CDP is $226,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

How educated is Broad Creek CDP, North Carolina?

19.1% of adults (25+) in Broad Creek CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.