Evergreen, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Evergreen, North Carolina had a total population of 421, the 619th largest community in North Carolina. The poverty rate is 34.4%.
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 (34.4%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Evergreen Quick Facts
How Evergreen 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 | 381 | 421 | +10.5% |
How Evergreen 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 58 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Evergreen Rankings in North Carolina
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Other Cities in Columbus County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whiteville | 4,696 | $31,167 | 20.7% | $187,500 |
| Tabor City | 3,777 | $38,714 | 32.9% | $115,900 |
| Lake Waccamaw | 1,770 | $72,500 | 9.3% | $305,900 |
| Chadbourn | 1,352 | $45,787 | 30.6% | $135,400 |
| Brunswick | 937 | $22,500 | 64.5% | $82,500 |
| Sandyfield | 763 | $41,667 | 29.6% | $69,100 |
| Fair Bluff | 695 | $31,389 | 28.3% | $101,400 |
| Riegelwood | 649 | $49,583 | 11.3% | $200,300 |
| Bolton | 504 | $48,450 | 24.6% | $146,700 |
| Cerro Gordo | 319 | N/A | 25.1% | $189,900 |
Cities Similar to Evergreen
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bailey | 422 | $60,208 | $155,700 | 14.8% | 17.8% |
| Ruffin | 423 | N/A | N/A | 3.5% | 6.8% |
| Seven Devils | 425 | $111,667 | $426,900 | 78.3% | 3.3% |
| Bridgeton | 427 | $38,929 | $165,500 | 20.1% | 34.9% |
| Teachey | 427 | $51,111 | $181,800 | 27.2% | 15.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 421, Evergreen'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
Evergreen is a small community located in North Carolina, within Columbus County. The total population is 421. It ranks as the 619th most populous out of 772 Census-designated places in North Carolina.
Age Demographics
The median age in Evergreen is 25.3 years. This is 35% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 34.4%. This is 164% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Evergreen, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 13.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 80% lower than the state average of 66.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Evergreen is Black or African American, making up 55.1% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 44.9%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (55.1% vs 20.0%).
Education
0.0% 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. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 85.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Evergreen, 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 Evergreen, North Carolina?
Evergreen, North Carolina has a population of 421 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Evergreen, NC?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Evergreen — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Evergreen, NC?
The poverty rate in Evergreen is 34.4%. This means approximately 145 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Evergreen, North Carolina?
Evergreen's population is 44.9% White, 55.1% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Evergreen, NC?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Evergreen — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Evergreen, North Carolina?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Evergreen hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.