Earl town, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Earl town, North Carolina Demographics
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As of 2026, Earl town, North Carolina has a total population of 367, the 635th largest city in North Carolina, with a median household income of $42,287, which is 40% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.0%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 40% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Only 4.8% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.

Earl town Quick Facts

Population 367

Median Household Income $42,287

Median Home Value $160,900

Poverty Rate 15.0%

Unemployment Rate 3.0%

Median Age 56.3 years

Homeownership Rate 81.2%

Affordability Ratio 3.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 4.8%

High School Graduation Rate 91.2%

Diversity Index 41/100

Population 367 635th of 774

Median Income $42,287 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 15.0% 20% higher national

Median Home Value $160,900 below average

How Earl town Compares

Median Household Income

Earl town

$42,287

$69,904

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Earl town

$160,900

$259,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.0%

$25K-$50K 45.5%

$50K-$100K 27.9%

$100K+ 13.6%

Employment

3.0% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

59.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 81.2%

Renter 18.8%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.8x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

10.1%

18-34

19.9%

35-54

14.2%

55-74

52.3%

75+

3.5%

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+)

Earl town Rankings in North Carolina

#635 Population of 774

#568 Median Income of 774

#719 Education of 774

#454 Home Value of 774

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Cities Similar to Earl town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Avon CDP	364	N/A	$292,400	42.9%	16.5%
Jamesville town	373	$43,319	$94,800	40.3%	7.8%
Goldston town	367	$39,592	$189,300	15.8%	0.3%
Evergreen CDP	381	N/A	N/A	0.0%	32.6%
Gold Hill CDP	401	N/A	N/A	6.3%	13.5%

Population Overview

Earl town is a small community located in North Carolina. The total population is 367. It ranks as the 635th most populous out of 774 cities and towns in North Carolina.

Age Demographics

The median age in Earl town is 56.3 years. This is 44% higher than the state median of 39.1 years. Only 10.1% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Earl town is $42,287. This is 40% lower than the state median of $69,904. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 46% lower. The poverty rate stands at 15.0%. This is 14% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 3.0%. This is 38% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $160,900. Housing costs are 38% lower than the state median of $259,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x. 81.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% higher than the state average of 66.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Earl town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 74.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 13.6%. The Black or African American population (9.8%) is well below the state average of 20.3%.

Education

4.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 86% 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 91.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Earl 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 Earl town, North Carolina?

Earl town, North Carolina has a population of 367 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Earl town is $42,287, which is 46% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Earl town, NC?

The poverty rate in Earl town is 15.0%. This means approximately 55 residents live below the federal poverty line.

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

Earl town's population is 74.9% White, 9.8% Black, 13.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Earl town is $160,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

How educated is Earl town, North Carolina?

4.8% of adults (25+) in Earl town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.