Halifax, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Halifax, North Carolina had a total population of 294, the 660th largest town in North Carolina, with a median household income of $63,686, which is 12% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Halifax Quick Facts
How Halifax 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 | 257 | 294 | +14.4% |
| Median household income | $61,321 | $63,686 | +3.9% |
How Halifax 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 58 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Halifax Rankings in North Carolina
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Other Cities 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 |
| Hobgood | 207 | $78,250 | 2.9% | $73,500 |
Cities Similar to Halifax
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hallsboro | 291 | N/A | $133,100 | 0.0% | 60.8% |
| Hiddenite | 290 | N/A | N/A | 14.7% | 28.2% |
| Sandy Creek | 300 | $61,250 | $151,300 | 9.6% | 12.7% |
| Light Oak | 277 | $63,333 | $89,200 | 0.0% | 31.4% |
| Ashley Heights | 282 | $60,375 | $94,500 | 9.9% | 20.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 294, Halifax'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
Halifax is a small community located in North Carolina, within Halifax County. The total population is 294. It ranks as the 660th most populous out of 772 Census-designated places in North Carolina.
Age Demographics
The median age in Halifax is 53.5 years. This is 37% higher than the state median of 39.1 years. Only 10.9% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Halifax is $63,686. This is 12% lower than the state median of $72,388. It is also 21% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.6%. This is 11% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.0%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Halifax, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 75.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 66.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Halifax is White (non-Hispanic), making up 70.8% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 26.5%.
Education
33.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 7% 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 92.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Halifax, 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 Halifax, North Carolina?
Halifax, North Carolina has a population of 294 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Halifax, NC?
The median household income in Halifax is $63,686, which is 21% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Halifax, NC?
The poverty rate in Halifax is 11.6%. This means approximately 34 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Halifax, North Carolina?
Halifax's population is 70.8% White, 26.5% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Halifax, NC?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Halifax — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Halifax, North Carolina?
33.2% of adults (25+) in Halifax hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.