Glenville, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Glenville, North Carolina had a total population of 138, the 733rd largest community in North Carolina. The poverty rate is 28.3%.
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 (28.3%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Glenville Quick Facts
How Glenville 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 | 130 | 138 | +6.2% |
How Glenville 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+)
Glenville Rankings in North Carolina
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Other Cities in Jackson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cullowhee | 7,973 | $35,929 | 45.8% | $382,300 |
| Sylva | 2,646 | $44,086 | 19.4% | $201,200 |
| Cherokee | 2,059 | $55,972 | 21.3% | $189,900 |
| Highlands | 1,074 | $71,509 | 7.9% | $700,900 |
| Cashiers | 683 | $73,750 | 0.0% | $346,200 |
| Webster | 470 | $61,528 | 24.5% | $375,000 |
| Forest Hills | 329 | $90,313 | 23.7% | N/A |
| Dillsboro | 195 | $58,516 | 16.5% | $270,300 |
Cities Similar to Glenville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee | 139 | N/A | $110,000 | 5.6% | 0.0% |
| Middleburg | 141 | N/A | N/A | 6.5% | 49.6% |
| Wakulla | 142 | N/A | $240,900 | 32.4% | 26.1% |
| Bear Grass | 133 | $77,679 | $131,800 | 25.0% | 0.8% |
| Milton | 133 | $36,136 | $234,400 | 30.3% | 25.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 138, Glenville'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
Glenville is a small community located in North Carolina, within Jackson County. The total population is 138. It ranks as the 733rd most populous out of 772 Census-designated places in North Carolina.
Age Demographics
The median age in Glenville is 67.2 years. This is 72% higher than the state median of 39.1 years. 22.5% 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 28.3%. This is 117% 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 Glenville, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 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 Glenville 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
34.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 4% 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. Notably, 23.9% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Glenville, 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 Glenville, North Carolina?
Glenville, North Carolina has a population of 138 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Glenville, NC?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Glenville — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Glenville, NC?
The poverty rate in Glenville is 28.3%. This means approximately 39 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Glenville, North Carolina?
Glenville's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Glenville, NC?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Glenville — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Glenville, North Carolina?
34.1% of adults (25+) in Glenville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 23.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.