Buxton CDP, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Buxton CDP, North Carolina Demographics
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As of 2026, Buxton CDP, North Carolina has a total population of 1,451, the 390th largest city in North Carolina, with a median household income of $67,054, which is 4% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.8%.

Buxton CDP Quick Facts

Population 1,451

Median Household Income $67,054

Median Home Value $385,400

Poverty Rate 7.8%

Unemployment Rate 3.5%

Median Age 50.2 years

Homeownership Rate 75.7%

Affordability Ratio 5.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 25.9%

High School Graduation Rate 94.5%

Diversity Index 9/100

Population 1,451 390th of 774

Median Income $67,054 above average

Poverty Rate 7.8% 37% lower national

Median Home Value $385,400 top 20%

How Buxton CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Buxton CDP

$67,054

$69,904

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Buxton CDP

$385,400

$259,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 11.0%

$25K-$50K 23.2%

$50K-$100K 20.4%

$100K+ 45.4%

Employment

3.5% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

66.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 75.7%

Renter 24.3%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

12.5%

18-34

20.5%

35-54

23.7%

55-74

40.5%

75+

2.8%

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+)

Buxton CDP Rankings in North Carolina

#390 Population of 774

#267 Median Income of 774

#288 Education of 774

#88 Home Value of 774

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Cities Similar to Buxton CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Broadway town	1,429	$62,679	$236,100	27.5%	19.8%
Saxapahaw CDP	1,501	$63,281	$179,300	21.9%	6.9%
Lake Lure town	1,488	$72,813	$510,300	58.7%	8.9%
Millers Creek CDP	1,469	$59,239	$191,700	9.1%	7.0%
Cordova CDP	1,343	$65,801	$155,200	18.1%	51.2%

Population Overview

Buxton CDP is a small community located in North Carolina. The total population is 1,451. It ranks as the 390th most populous out of 774 cities and towns in North Carolina.

Age Demographics

The median age in Buxton CDP is 50.2 years. This is 28% higher than the state median of 39.1 years. Only 12.5% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Buxton CDP is $67,054. This is 4% lower than the state median of $69,904. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 15% lower. The poverty rate stands at 7.8%. This is 41% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 3.5%. This is 28% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $385,400. Housing costs are 49% higher than the state median of $259,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.7x. 75.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 66.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Buxton CDP has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.3%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (95.1% vs 60.7%). The Hispanic or Latino population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 10.9%.

Education

25.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 25% 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 94.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Buxton 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 Buxton CDP, North Carolina?

Buxton CDP, North Carolina has a population of 1,451 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Buxton CDP, NC?

The median household income in Buxton CDP is $67,054, which is 15% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Buxton CDP, NC?

The poverty rate in Buxton CDP is 7.8%. This means approximately 113 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Buxton CDP, North Carolina?

Buxton CDP's population is 95.1% White, 0.0% Black, 0.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Buxton CDP, NC?

The median home value in Buxton CDP is $385,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.7x.

How educated is Buxton CDP, North Carolina?

25.9% of adults (25+) in Buxton CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.