Chinquapin, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Chinquapin, North Carolina had a total population of 83, the 753rd largest community in North Carolina. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
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A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 58 | National average: 61
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Other Cities in Duplin County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warsaw | 2,746 | $54,297 | 17.7% | $112,500 |
| Rose Hill | 1,309 | $49,375 | 23.5% | $125,000 |
| Beulaville | 1,307 | $37,188 | 26.5% | $147,000 |
| Kenansville | 1,090 | $61,364 | 28.7% | $127,400 |
| Magnolia | 1,024 | $39,406 | 41.3% | $114,400 |
| Greenevers | 648 | $16,603 | 37.8% | $77,100 |
| Potters Hill | 595 | N/A | 37.6% | $112,800 |
| Teachey | 427 | $51,111 | 15.8% | $181,800 |
| Calypso | 385 | $54,688 | 3.6% | $99,200 |
| Bowdens | 122 | $83,153 | 12.3% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Chinquapin
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Santeetlah | 82 | $85,625 | $464,300 | 81.0% | 0.0% |
| Fairfield | 81 | $46,250 | $187,500 | 23.9% | 39.5% |
| Bowmore | 88 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 38.6% |
| Norman | 89 | N/A | N/A | 17.3% | 58.4% |
| Lumber Bridge | 75 | $65,417 | $172,500 | 13.2% | 22.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 83, Chinquapin'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
Chinquapin is a small community located in North Carolina, within Duplin County. The total population is 83. It ranks as the 753rd most populous out of 772 Census-designated places in North Carolina.
Age Demographics
The median age in Chinquapin is 27.2 years. This is 30% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Chinquapin. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The survey records no unemployed residents in Chinquapin, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 50% higher than the state average of 66.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Chinquapin is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 21.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (21.7% vs 11.3%).
Education
50.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 40% higher 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 64.3%. Notably, 21.4% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Chinquapin, 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 Chinquapin, North Carolina?
Chinquapin, North Carolina has a population of 83 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Chinquapin, NC?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Chinquapin — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Chinquapin, NC?
The ACS sample for Chinquapin recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Chinquapin, North Carolina?
Chinquapin's population is 33.7% White, 0.0% Black, 21.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Chinquapin, NC?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Chinquapin — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Chinquapin, North Carolina?
50.0% of adults (25+) in Chinquapin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 21.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.