Four Oaks town, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Four Oaks town, North Carolina Demographics
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As of 2026, Four Oaks town, North Carolina has a total population of 2,372, the 313th largest city in North Carolina, with a median household income of $69,974, which is about average than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.5%.

Four Oaks town Quick Facts

Population 2,372

Median Household Income $69,974

Median Home Value $222,100

Poverty Rate 12.5%

Unemployment Rate 5.1%

Median Age 40.6 years

Homeownership Rate 50.5%

Affordability Ratio 3.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 18.9%

High School Graduation Rate 90.1%

Diversity Index 66/100

Population 2,372 313th of 774

Median Income $69,974 above average

Poverty Rate 12.5% about average national

Median Home Value $222,100 above average

How Four Oaks town Compares

Median Household Income

Four Oaks town

$69,974

$69,904

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Four Oaks town

$222,100

$259,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 20.2%

$25K-$50K 9.1%

$50K-$100K 45.1%

$100K+ 25.7%

Employment

5.1% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

66.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 50.5%

Renter 49.5%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.2x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

17.7%

18-34

21.8%

35-54

32.3%

55-74

21.8%

75+

6.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 57 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Four Oaks town Rankings in North Carolina

#313 Population of 774

#238 Median Income of 774

#450 Education of 774

#273 Home Value of 774

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Cities Similar to Four Oaks town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Connelly Springs town	2,342	$66,643	$178,800	18.2%	8.9%
Maggie Valley town	2,311	$67,674	$312,200	31.7%	11.8%
Fairview CDP	2,327	$74,388	$373,200	49.6%	12.1%
Denver CDP	2,483	$73,393	$285,600	43.9%	1.8%
Richlands town	2,387	$61,607	$217,800	31.8%	10.4%

Population Overview

Four Oaks town is a small community located in North Carolina. The total population is 2,372. It ranks as the 313th most populous out of 774 cities and towns in North Carolina.

Age Demographics

The median age in Four Oaks town is 40.6 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Four Oaks town is $69,974. This is about average than the state median of $69,904. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 11% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.5%. This is 5% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 5.1%. This is 6% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $222,100. Housing costs are 14% lower than the state median of $259,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 50.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% lower than the state average of 66.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Four Oaks town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 47.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 28.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (28.2% vs 10.9%).

Education

18.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 46% 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 90.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Four Oaks 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 Four Oaks town, North Carolina?

Four Oaks town, North Carolina has a population of 2,372 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Four Oaks town, NC?

The median household income in Four Oaks town is $69,974, which is 11% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Four Oaks town, NC?

The poverty rate in Four Oaks town is 12.5%. This means approximately 294 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Four Oaks town, North Carolina?

Four Oaks town's population is 47.2% White, 20.3% Black, 28.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.5% Asian.

What is the median home value in Four Oaks town, NC?

The median home value in Four Oaks town is $222,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

How educated is Four Oaks town, North Carolina?

18.9% of adults (25+) in Four Oaks town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.