Delway, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Delway, North Carolina had a total population of 167, the 720th largest community in North Carolina. The poverty rate is 67.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (67.7%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 8.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 11.2% is notably above the national average.
Delway Quick Facts
How Delway 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 | 84 | 167 | +98.8% |
How Delway 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
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 58 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Delway Rankings in North Carolina
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Other Cities in Sampson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clinton | 8,304 | $44,953 | 23.6% | $212,000 |
| Plain View | 1,741 | $53,636 | 10.5% | $200,900 |
| Roseboro | 1,123 | $39,333 | 39.2% | $130,300 |
| Bonnetsville | 1,063 | N/A | 62.8% | N/A |
| Spivey's Corner | 954 | $43,938 | 0.0% | $85,400 |
| Garland | 704 | $57,829 | 9.1% | $123,900 |
| Faison | 660 | $42,333 | 24.2% | $104,200 |
| Ingold | 599 | $50,893 | 3.7% | $33,400 |
| Salemburg | 550 | $83,026 | 9.7% | $163,100 |
| Newton Grove | 498 | $68,906 | 4.2% | $149,600 |
Cities Similar to Delway
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lansing | 165 | $48,750 | $169,400 | 11.9% | 6.1% |
| McFarlan | 164 | N/A | $115,000 | 17.1% | 77.4% |
| Waco | 171 | N/A | $92,500 | 12.3% | 2.9% |
| Engelhard | 174 | $50,673 | N/A | 20.7% | 16.1% |
| Harrells | 175 | $43,750 | $175,000 | 16.5% | 40.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 167, Delway'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
Delway is a small community located in North Carolina, within Sampson County. The total population is 167. It ranks as the 720th most populous out of 772 Census-designated places in North Carolina.
Age Demographics
The median age in Delway is 23.4 years. This is 40% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 67.7%. This is 419% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.0%. 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 11.2%. This is 138% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 50% higher than the state average of 66.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Delway is White (non-Hispanic), making up 76.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 22.2%. The Black or African American population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 20.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (22.2% vs 11.3%).
Education
8.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 75% 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 72.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Delway, 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 Delway, North Carolina?
Delway, North Carolina has a population of 167 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Delway, NC?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Delway — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Delway, NC?
The poverty rate in Delway is 67.7%. This means approximately 113 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Delway, North Carolina?
Delway's population is 76.6% White, 1.2% Black, 22.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Delway, NC?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Delway — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Delway, North Carolina?
8.9% of adults (25+) in Delway hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.