Denver, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Denver, North Carolina had a total population of 2,497, the 298th largest community in North Carolina, with a median household income of $65,721, which is 9% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Denver Quick Facts
How Denver 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 | 2,483 | 2,497 | +0.6% |
| Median household income | $73,393 | $65,721 | -10.5% |
| Median home value | $285,600 | $296,300 | +3.7% |
How Denver 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+)
Denver Rankings in North Carolina
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Other Cities in Lincoln County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincolnton | 11,783 | $46,320 | 22.7% | $248,700 |
| Westport | 5,915 | $131,908 | 2.5% | $580,000 |
| Lowesville | 3,874 | $113,510 | 4.1% | $406,500 |
| Iron Station | 934 | $77,083 | 16.7% | $158,700 |
| Crouse | 408 | N/A | 0.0% | $212,300 |
Cities Similar to Denver
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calabash | 2,377 | $65,310 | $253,200 | 22.1% | 17.6% |
| Four Oaks | 2,459 | $72,826 | $253,700 | 16.4% | 15.3% |
| Richlands | 2,335 | $65,163 | $248,800 | 38.1% | 11.1% |
| Salem | 2,377 | $68,988 | $159,100 | 22.8% | 19.1% |
| Wentworth | 2,692 | $68,500 | $170,300 | 18.1% | 18.1% |
Population Overview
Denver is a small community located in North Carolina, within Lincoln County. The total population is 2,497. It ranks as the 298th most populous out of 772 Census-designated places in North Carolina.
Age Demographics
The median age in Denver is 38.9 years. This is about the same as the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Denver is $65,721. This is 9% lower than the state median of $72,388. It is also 19% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.0%. This is 54% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.0%. The unemployment rate is 2.6%. This is 45% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $296,300. Housing costs are 3% higher than the state median of $288,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.5x. 55.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% lower than the state average of 66.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Denver has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 11.3%.
Education
43.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 22% 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 95.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Denver, 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 Denver, North Carolina?
Denver, North Carolina has a population of 2,497 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Denver, NC?
The median household income in Denver is $65,721, which is 19% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Denver, NC?
The poverty rate in Denver is 6.0%. This means approximately 150 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Denver, North Carolina?
Denver's population is 86.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Denver, NC?
The median home value in Denver is $296,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.5x.
How educated is Denver, North Carolina?
43.6% of adults (25+) in Denver hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.