Fairfield Harbour, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Fairfield Harbour, North Carolina Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Fairfield Harbour, North Carolina had a total population of 2,948, the 263rd largest community in North Carolina, with a median household income of $72,583, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 7.1%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Fairfield Harbour Quick Facts

Population 2,948

Median Household Income $72,583

Median Home Value $300,600

Poverty Rate 7.1%

Unemployment Rate 4.5%

Median Age 62.2 years

Homeownership Rate 88.9%

Affordability Ratio 4.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 38.3%

High School Graduation Rate 97.8%

Diversity Index 28/100

Population 2,948 263rd of 772

Median Income $72,583 above average

Poverty Rate 7.1% 43% lower than national

Median Home Value $300,600 top 30%

How Fairfield Harbour 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	2,898	2,948	+1.7%
Median household income	$69,661	$72,583	+4.2%
Median home value	$278,800	$300,600	+7.8%

How Fairfield Harbour Compares

Median Household Income

Fairfield Harbour

$72,583

$72,388

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Fairfield Harbour

$300,600

$288,900

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 12.4%

$25K-$50K 17.1%

$50K-$100K 36.6%

$100K+ 33.8%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

5.7%

$10K-$15K

2.9%

$15K-$20K

3.3%

$20K-$25K

0.5%

$25K-$30K

2.2%

$30K-$35K

1.5%

$35K-$40K

4.2%

$40K-$45K

3.6%

$45K-$50K

5.7%

$50K-$60K

9.9%

$60K-$75K

13.5%

$75K-$100K

13.3%

$100K-$125K

11.8%

$125K-$150K

12.3%

$150K-$200K

5.1%

$200K+

4.6%

Employment

4.5% Unemployment Rate State: 4.7%|National: 5.2%

33.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 88.9%

Renter 11.1%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.1x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $1,758/mo 29.1% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

8.3%

18-34

11.7%

35-54

15.8%

55-74

43.2%

75+

21.0%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

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+)

Fairfield Harbour Rankings in North Carolina

#263 Population of 772

#237 Median Income of 716

#173 Education of 772

#200 Home Value of 725

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Other Cities in Craven County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
New Bern	32,734	$61,031	17.3%	$240,100
Havelock	17,691	$58,408	14.3%	$207,700
James City	4,789	$58,973	11.7%	$204,400
Trent Woods	4,032	$107,802	3.5%	$343,100
Brices Creek	3,415	$85,723	3.4%	$338,700
River Bend	2,874	$71,824	8.2%	$266,100
Neuse Forest	2,671	$84,500	4.6%	$228,000
Cherry Branch	1,684	$104,432	1.4%	$262,200
Vanceboro	1,030	$34,514	36.8%	$148,400
Cove City	504	$41,522	11.8%	$81,700

Cities Similar to Fairfield Harbour

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
River Bend	2,874	$71,824	$266,100	32.6%	8.2%
Rockwell	2,782	$69,632	$237,200	28.4%	7.0%
Carthage	2,896	$82,695	$208,200	30.6%	14.2%
Mars Hill	3,025	$81,429	$294,700	48.0%	3.3%
Bermuda Run	3,211	$69,301	$347,600	47.3%	4.6%

Population Overview

Fairfield Harbour is a small community located in North Carolina, within Craven County. The total population is 2,948. It ranks as the 263rd most populous out of 772 Census-designated places in North Carolina.

Age Demographics

The median age in Fairfield Harbour is 62.2 years. This is 59% higher than the state median of 39.1 years. Only 8.3% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 21.0% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Fairfield Harbour is $72,583. This is about the same as the state median of $72,388. It is also 10% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.1%. This is 46% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.0%. The unemployment rate is 4.5%. This is 4% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $300,600. Housing costs are 4% higher than the state median of $288,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x. 88.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 33% higher than the state average of 66.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Fairfield Harbour is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.4%. The Black or African American population (3.3%) is well below the state average of 20.0%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 3.3%.

Education

38.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 7% 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 97.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Fairfield Harbour, 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 Fairfield Harbour, North Carolina?

Fairfield Harbour, North Carolina has a population of 2,948 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Fairfield Harbour, NC?

The median household income in Fairfield Harbour is $72,583, which is 10% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Fairfield Harbour, NC?

The poverty rate in Fairfield Harbour is 7.1%. This means approximately 207 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Fairfield Harbour, North Carolina?

Fairfield Harbour's population is 84.1% White, 3.3% Black, 7.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.

What is the median home value in Fairfield Harbour, NC?

The median home value in Fairfield Harbour is $300,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x.

How educated is Fairfield Harbour, North Carolina?

38.3% of adults (25+) in Fairfield Harbour hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.