Denver CDP, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Denver CDP, North Carolina Demographics
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As of 2026, Denver CDP, North Carolina has a total population of 2,483, the 299th largest city in North Carolina, with a median household income of $73,393, which is 5% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 1.8%.

Key Takeaways

An exceptionally low poverty rate of 1.8% — among the lowest in North Carolina.

Denver CDP Quick Facts

Population 2,483

Median Household Income $73,393

Median Home Value $285,600

Poverty Rate 1.8%

Unemployment Rate 2.9%

Median Age 37.2 years

Homeownership Rate 70.2%

Affordability Ratio 3.9x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 43.9%

High School Graduation Rate 98.2%

Diversity Index 18/100

Population 2,483 299th of 774

Median Income $73,393 top 30%

Poverty Rate 1.8% 85% lower national

Median Home Value $285,600 top 30%

How Denver CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Denver CDP

$73,393

$69,904

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Denver CDP

$285,600

$259,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 7.6%

$25K-$50K 16.1%

$50K-$100K 34.7%

$100K+ 41.6%

Employment

2.9% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

72.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 70.2%

Renter 29.8%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.9x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.9%

18-34

23.2%

35-54

27.1%

55-74

18.5%

75+

7.2%

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+)

Denver CDP Rankings in North Carolina

#299 Population of 774

#214 Median Income of 774

#118 Education of 774

#184 Home Value of 774

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Cities Similar to Denver CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Oakboro town	2,453	$76,071	$235,800	21.8%	5.6%
Cape Carteret town	2,598	$75,313	$347,500	31.9%	7.3%
Four Oaks town	2,372	$69,974	$222,100	18.9%	12.5%
Fairview CDP	2,327	$74,388	$373,200	49.6%	12.1%
Haw River town	2,581	$67,366	$142,200	21.5%	17.1%

Population Overview

Denver CDP is a small community located in North Carolina. The total population is 2,483. It ranks as the 299th most populous out of 774 cities and towns in North Carolina.

Age Demographics

The median age in Denver CDP is 37.2 years. This is 5% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Denver CDP is $73,393. This is 5% higher than the state median of $69,904. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 7% lower. The poverty rate stands at 1.8%. This is 86% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 2.9%. This is 40% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $285,600. Housing costs are 10% higher than the state median of $259,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 70.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 66.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Denver CDP has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.9% of all residents. Asian residents account for 2.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 10.9%.

Education

43.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 27% higher 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 98.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Denver 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 Denver CDP, North Carolina?

Denver CDP, North Carolina has a population of 2,483 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Denver CDP is $73,393, which is 7% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Denver CDP, NC?

The poverty rate in Denver CDP is 1.8%. This means approximately 46 residents live below the federal poverty line.

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

Denver CDP's population is 89.9% White, 0.0% Black, 1.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.1% Asian.

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

The median home value in Denver CDP is $285,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

How educated is Denver CDP, North Carolina?

43.9% of adults (25+) in Denver CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.