Catawba town, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Catawba town, North Carolina Demographics
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As of 2026, Catawba town, North Carolina has a total population of 632, the 548th largest city in North Carolina, with a median household income of $44,659, which is 36% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 20.3%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 36% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Only 7.4% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Unemployment rate of 8.3% is notably above the national average.

Catawba town Quick Facts

Population 632

Median Household Income $44,659

Median Home Value $138,100

Poverty Rate 20.3%

Unemployment Rate 8.3%

Median Age 38.3 years

Homeownership Rate 72.9%

Affordability Ratio 3.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 7.4%

High School Graduation Rate 76.3%

Diversity Index 44/100

Population 632 548th of 774

Median Income $44,659 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 20.3% 63% higher national

Median Home Value $138,100 bottom 30%

How Catawba town Compares

Median Household Income

Catawba town

$44,659

$69,904

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Catawba town

$138,100

$259,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 40.2%

$25K-$50K 15.2%

$50K-$100K 31.5%

$100K+ 13.1%

Employment

8.3% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

55.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 72.9%

Renter 27.1%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

15.0%

18-34

32.0%

35-54

22.8%

55-74

25.2%

75+

5.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 57 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Catawba town Rankings in North Carolina

#548 Population of 774

#532 Median Income of 774

#681 Education of 774

#518 Home Value of 774

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Other Cities in Caldwell County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Hudson town	3,777	$61,600	17.5%	$196,200

Cities Similar to Catawba town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Cliffside CDP	630	N/A	N/A	24.0%	4.9%
Spivey's Corner CDP	646	N/A	N/A	10.7%	0.0%
Bell Arthur CDP	649	N/A	$137,300	56.3%	9.2%
Aurora town	620	$43,750	$97,000	10.7%	27.7%
Misenheimer village	645	$42,917	$189,600	22.5%	9.6%

Population Overview

Catawba town is a small community located in North Carolina, within Caldwell County. The total population is 632. It ranks as the 548th most populous out of 774 cities and towns in North Carolina.

Age Demographics

The median age in Catawba town is 38.3 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Catawba town is $44,659. This is 36% lower than the state median of $69,904. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 43% lower. The poverty rate stands at 20.3%. This is 54% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 8.3%. This is 72% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $138,100. Housing costs are 47% lower than the state median of $259,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 72.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 66.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Catawba town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 72.0% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 19.0%.

Education

7.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 79% 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 76.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Catawba 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 Catawba town, North Carolina?

Catawba town, North Carolina has a population of 632 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Catawba town is $44,659, which is 43% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Catawba town, NC?

The poverty rate in Catawba town is 20.3%. This means approximately 126 residents live below the federal poverty line.

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

Catawba town's population is 72.0% White, 19.0% Black, 7.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Catawba town is $138,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

How educated is Catawba town, North Carolina?

7.4% of adults (25+) in Catawba town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.