Gerton, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Gerton, North Carolina had a total population of 110, the 746th largest community in North Carolina. The poverty rate is 21.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Gerton Quick Facts
How Gerton 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 | 196 | 110 | -43.9% |
| Median home value | $349,000 | $414,800 | +18.9% |
How Gerton 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
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+)
Gerton Rankings in North Carolina
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Other Cities in Henderson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hendersonville | 15,408 | $53,449 | 14.5% | $317,000 |
| Fletcher | 8,098 | $75,272 | 7.6% | $331,100 |
| Etowah | 7,968 | $72,596 | 14.4% | $338,100 |
| Mills River | 7,281 | $105,398 | 2.6% | $436,100 |
| East Flat Rock | 6,323 | $59,583 | 12.6% | $245,900 |
| Dana | 4,147 | $60,450 | 24.7% | $249,700 |
| Flat Rock | 3,530 | $95,098 | 7.6% | $601,700 |
| Mountain Home | 3,437 | $83,083 | 11.9% | $400,000 |
| Edneyville | 2,716 | $53,818 | 22.3% | $286,400 |
| Valley Hill | 2,675 | $86,599 | 7.9% | $353,100 |
Cities Similar to Gerton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Proctorville | 109 | $75,625 | $93,000 | 20.2% | 11.0% |
| McDonald | 106 | $51,875 | $95,600 | 17.3% | 0.0% |
| Marietta | 106 | $62,500 | $135,700 | 24.4% | 15.1% |
| Crossnore | 115 | N/A | $314,300 | 38.1% | 0.0% |
| Caroleen | 116 | N/A | $137,500 | 0.0% | 29.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 110, Gerton'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
Gerton is a small community located in North Carolina, within Henderson County. The total population is 110. It ranks as the 746th most populous out of 772 Census-designated places in North Carolina.
Age Demographics
The median age in Gerton is 70.1 years. This is 79% higher than the state median of 39.1 years. 27.3% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 21.8%. This is 67% 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 Gerton, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $414,800. Housing costs are 44% higher than the state median of $288,900. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 50% higher than the state average of 66.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Gerton was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
23.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 34% lower than the state rate of 35.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Gerton, 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 Gerton, North Carolina?
Gerton, North Carolina has a population of 110 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Gerton, NC?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Gerton — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Gerton, NC?
The poverty rate in Gerton is 21.8%. This means approximately 24 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Gerton, North Carolina?
Gerton's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Gerton, NC?
The median home value in Gerton is $414,800.
How educated is Gerton, North Carolina?
23.6% of adults (25+) in Gerton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.