Engelhard, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Engelhard, North Carolina had a total population of 174, the 718th largest community in North Carolina, with a median household income of $50,673, which is 30% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Engelhard Quick Facts
How Engelhard 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 | 230 | 174 | -24.3% |
| Median household income | $52,775 | $50,673 | -4.0% |
How Engelhard Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 58 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Engelhard Rankings in North Carolina
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Other Cities in Hyde County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ocracoke | 723 | $77,583 | 16.7% | $456,200 |
| Swan Quarter | 458 | $71,289 | 30.6% | $122,100 |
| Fairfield | 81 | $46,250 | 39.5% | $187,500 |
Cities Similar to Engelhard
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kelford | 177 | N/A | $67,800 | 7.9% | 35.6% |
| Waco | 171 | N/A | $92,500 | 12.3% | 2.9% |
| Gulf | 178 | N/A | N/A | 22.0% | 0.0% |
| Delway | 167 | N/A | N/A | 8.9% | 67.7% |
| McFarlan | 164 | N/A | $115,000 | 17.1% | 77.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 174, Engelhard'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
Engelhard is a small community located in North Carolina, within Hyde County. The total population is 174. It ranks as the 718th most populous out of 772 Census-designated places in North Carolina.
Age Demographics
The median age in Engelhard is 60.8 years. This is 55% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Engelhard is $50,673. This is 30% lower than the state median of $72,388. It is also 37% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.1%. This is 23% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.0%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Engelhard, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 33.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 49% lower than the state average of 66.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Engelhard is White (non-Hispanic), making up 75.3% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 14.4%.
Education
20.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 42% 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 85.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Engelhard, 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 Engelhard, North Carolina?
Engelhard, North Carolina has a population of 174 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Engelhard, NC?
The median household income in Engelhard is $50,673, which is 37% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Engelhard, NC?
The poverty rate in Engelhard is 16.1%. This means approximately 28 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Engelhard, North Carolina?
Engelhard's population is 75.3% White, 14.4% Black, 10.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Engelhard, NC?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Engelhard — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Engelhard, North Carolina?
20.7% of adults (25+) in Engelhard hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.