Garner town, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Garner town, North Carolina Demographics
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As of 2026, Garner town, North Carolina has a total population of 32,543, the 31st largest city in North Carolina, with a median household income of $77,496, which is 11% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.3%.

Garner town Quick Facts

Population 32,543

Median Household Income $77,496

Median Home Value $320,300

Poverty Rate 7.3%

Unemployment Rate 6.8%

Median Age 37.6 years

Homeownership Rate 64.8%

Affordability Ratio 4.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 45.8%

High School Graduation Rate 94.7%

Diversity Index 61/100

Population 32,543 31st of 774

Median Income $77,496 top 30%

Poverty Rate 7.3% 42% lower national

Median Home Value $320,300 top 20%

How Garner town Compares

Median Household Income

Garner town

$77,496

$69,904

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Garner town

$320,300

$259,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 10.0%

$25K-$50K 17.9%

$50K-$100K 32.8%

$100K+ 39.3%

Employment

6.8% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

68.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 64.8%

Renter 35.2%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

21.1%

18-34

24.8%

35-54

26.8%

55-74

20.4%

75+

6.9%

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+)

Garner town Rankings in North Carolina

#31 Population of 774

#181 Median Income of 774

#107 Education of 774

#147 Home Value of 774

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Cities Similar to Garner town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Monroe city	35,596	$67,265	$270,600	21.6%	13.9%
Clayton town	28,043	$73,348	$292,400	35.6%	8.1%
New Bern city	31,563	$56,893	$211,500	29.6%	16.3%
Cornelius town	32,009	$114,688	$512,400	59.6%	4.4%
Kernersville town	27,439	$69,923	$264,000	36.2%	11.5%

Population Overview

Garner town is a mid-sized community located in North Carolina. The total population is 32,543. It ranks as the 31st most populous out of 774 cities and towns in North Carolina.

Age Demographics

The median age in Garner town is 37.6 years. This is 4% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Garner town is $77,496. This is 11% higher than the state median of $69,904. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 1% lower. The poverty rate stands at 7.3%. This is 45% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 6.8%. This is 41% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $320,300. Housing costs are 23% higher than the state median of $259,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x. 64.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% lower than the state average of 66.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Garner town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 55.2% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 25.9%.

Education

45.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 32% higher 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 94.7%. Notably, 17.4% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Garner 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 Garner town, North Carolina?

Garner town, North Carolina has a population of 32,543 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Garner town is $77,496, which is 1% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Garner town, NC?

The poverty rate in Garner town is 7.3%. This means approximately 2,342 residents live below the federal poverty line.

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

Garner town's population is 55.2% White, 25.9% Black, 11.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.7% Asian.

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

The median home value in Garner town is $320,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x.

How educated is Garner town, North Carolina?

45.8% of adults (25+) in Garner town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 17.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.