Halifax County, North Carolina Demographics 2026

Name: Halifax County, North Carolina Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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Halifax County, North Carolina has a population of 47,675, the 54th most populous county in North Carolina. The median household income is $45,590 and the median home value is $106,200. The poverty rate is 22.8%.

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

Halifax County Quick Facts

Population 47,675

Median Household Income $45,590

Median Home Value $106,200

Poverty Rate 22.8%

Unemployment Rate 9.3%

Median Age 43.6 years

Homeownership Rate 62.9%

Affordability Ratio 2.3x

Bachelor's Degree+ 16.1%

High School Graduation 82.2%

Cities/Places 10

Population 47,675 54th of 100

Median Income $45,590 37% lower than state

Poverty Rate 22.8%

Unemployment 9.3%

How Halifax County 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	48,219	47,675	-1.1%
Median household income	$45,071	$45,590	+1.2%
Median home value	$102,500	$106,200	+3.6%

Median Household Income

Halifax

$45,590

$72,388

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Halifax

$106,200

$288,900

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 31.3%

$25K-$50K 23.0%

$50K-$100K 25.8%

$100K+ 19.9%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

9.2%

$10K-$15K

9.1%

$15K-$20K

7.5%

$20K-$25K

5.6%

$25K-$30K

3.9%

$30K-$35K

5.5%

$35K-$40K

4.5%

$40K-$45K

4.4%

$45K-$50K

4.7%

$50K-$60K

6.6%

$60K-$75K

8.6%

$75K-$100K

10.7%

$100K-$125K

9.0%

$125K-$150K

2.9%

$150K-$200K

4.5%

$200K+

3.5%

Employment

9.3% Unemployment Rate State: 4.7%|National: 5.2%

51.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 62.9%

Renter 37.1%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.3x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $813/mo 21.4% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

21.2%

18-34

19.3%

35-54

22.4%

55-74

28.1%

75+

8.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

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

State average: 58 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Cities & Places in Halifax County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Roanoke Rapids	14,856	$53,690	18.4%	$142,700
South Rosemary	2,475	$47,466	19.8%	$86,800
Enfield	2,153	$34,830	20.7%	$105,300
Scotland Neck	2,006	$19,083	44.8%	$73,000
Weldon	1,642	$48,350	17.5%	$100,500
Hollister	819	$55,938	15.9%	$158,400
Littleton	549	$42,083	23.9%	$108,700
South Weldon	500	$18,430	66.0%	$66,500
Halifax	294	$63,686	11.6%	N/A
Hobgood	207	$78,250	2.9%	$73,500

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Population Overview

Halifax County is located in North Carolina with a total population of 47,675. It is the 54th most populous county out of 100 in North Carolina. The county encompasses 10 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Halifax County is 43.6 years. This is 12% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Halifax County is $45,590. This is 37% lower than the state median of $72,388. It is also 44% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 22.8%. This is 75% 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 unemployment rate is 9.3%. This is 96% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $106,200. Housing costs are 63% lower than the state median of $288,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x, Halifax County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 62.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% lower than the state average of 66.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Halifax County is Black or African American, making up 51.5% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 36.7%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (51.5% vs 20.0%). The Hispanic or Latino population (3.4%) is well below the state average of 11.3%. The Asian population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 3.3%.

Education

16.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 55% lower 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 82.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All figures for Halifax County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against North Carolina and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Halifax County, North Carolina?

Halifax County has a population of 47,675, making it the 54th most populous county in North Carolina.

What is the median income in Halifax County?

The median household income in Halifax County is $45,590 with a poverty rate of 22.8%.

How many cities are in Halifax County, North Carolina?

Halifax County contains 10 Census-designated places.