Havelock, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Havelock, North Carolina had a total population of 17,691, the 61st largest city in North Carolina, with a median household income of $58,408, which is 19% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Havelock Quick Facts
How Havelock 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 | 16,471 | 17,691 | +7.4% |
| Median household income | $64,433 | $58,408 | -9.4% |
| Median home value | $186,800 | $207,700 | +11.2% |
How Havelock 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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 58 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Havelock Rankings in North Carolina
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Other Cities in Craven County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Bern | 32,734 | $61,031 | 17.3% | $240,100 |
| James City | 4,789 | $58,973 | 11.7% | $204,400 |
| Trent Woods | 4,032 | $107,802 | 3.5% | $343,100 |
| Brices Creek | 3,415 | $85,723 | 3.4% | $338,700 |
| Fairfield Harbour | 2,948 | $72,583 | 7.1% | $300,600 |
| River Bend | 2,874 | $71,824 | 8.2% | $266,100 |
| Neuse Forest | 2,671 | $84,500 | 4.6% | $228,000 |
| Cherry Branch | 1,684 | $104,432 | 1.4% | $262,200 |
| Vanceboro | 1,030 | $34,514 | 36.8% | $148,400 |
| Cove City | 504 | $41,522 | 11.8% | $81,700 |
Cities Similar to Havelock
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graham | 18,048 | $56,239 | $233,800 | 24.7% | 16.8% |
| Morganton | 17,646 | $51,355 | $221,700 | 26.1% | 25.7% |
| Hope Mills | 17,939 | $65,774 | $190,600 | 23.4% | 14.1% |
| Lenoir | 18,299 | $49,910 | $179,400 | 21.2% | 14.6% |
| Elizabeth City | 18,871 | $52,141 | $187,700 | 27.2% | 13.3% |
Population Overview
Havelock is a small city located in North Carolina, within Craven County. The total population is 17,691. It ranks as the 61st most populous out of 772 Census-designated places in North Carolina.
Age Demographics
The median age in Havelock is 24.7 years. This is 37% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Havelock is $58,408. This is 19% lower than the state median of $72,388. It is also 28% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.3%. This is 9% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.0%. The unemployment rate is 4.9%. This is 3% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $207,700. Housing costs are 28% lower than the state median of $288,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x. 41.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 38% lower than the state average of 66.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Havelock is White (non-Hispanic), making up 56.1% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 16.1%.
Education
18.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 47% 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 94.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Havelock, 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 Havelock, North Carolina?
Havelock, North Carolina has a population of 17,691 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Havelock, NC?
The median household income in Havelock is $58,408, which is 28% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Havelock, NC?
The poverty rate in Havelock is 14.3%. This means approximately 2,130 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Havelock, North Carolina?
Havelock's population is 56.1% White, 16.1% Black, 16.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 4.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Havelock, NC?
The median home value in Havelock is $207,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x.
How educated is Havelock, North Carolina?
18.7% of adults (25+) in Havelock hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.