Hemby Bridge town, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Hemby Bridge town, North Carolina Demographics
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As of 2026, Hemby Bridge town, North Carolina has a total population of 2,079, the 332nd largest city in North Carolina, with a median household income of $71,953, which is 3% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 20.0%.

Key Takeaways

Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.6%.

Hemby Bridge town Quick Facts

Population 2,079

Median Household Income $71,953

Median Home Value $262,300

Poverty Rate 20.0%

Unemployment Rate 0.6%

Median Age 40.6 years

Homeownership Rate 79.4%

Affordability Ratio 3.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 20.5%

High School Graduation Rate 80.1%

Diversity Index 48/100

Population 2,079 332nd of 774

Median Income $71,953 above average

Poverty Rate 20.0% 60% higher national

Median Home Value $262,300 top 30%

How Hemby Bridge town Compares

Median Household Income

Hemby Bridge town

$71,953

$69,904

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Hemby Bridge town

$262,300

$259,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 23.3%

$25K-$50K 14.4%

$50K-$100K 29.1%

$100K+ 33.2%

Employment

0.6% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

51.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 79.4%

Renter 20.6%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.6x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

27.4%

18-34

11.0%

35-54

31.6%

55-74

20.5%

75+

9.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 57 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Hemby Bridge town Rankings in North Carolina

#332 Population of 774

#230 Median Income of 774

#411 Education of 774

#209 Home Value of 774

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Cities Similar to Hemby Bridge town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Pine Level town	2,072	$72,663	$228,000	23.6%	7.4%
Salem CDP	2,035	$66,653	$159,300	20.8%	19.9%
Claremont city	2,051	$59,583	$227,200	25.9%	11.2%
Glen Alpine town	1,995	$62,917	$173,200	29.3%	13.2%
Fairview CDP	2,327	$74,388	$373,200	49.6%	12.1%

Population Overview

Hemby Bridge town is a small community located in North Carolina. The total population is 2,079. It ranks as the 332nd most populous out of 774 cities and towns in North Carolina.

Age Demographics

The median age in Hemby Bridge town is 40.6 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Hemby Bridge town is $71,953. This is 3% higher than the state median of $69,904. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 8% lower. The poverty rate stands at 20.0%. This is 51% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 0.6%. This is 87% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $262,300. Housing costs are 1% higher than the state median of $259,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x. 79.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% higher than the state average of 66.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Hemby Bridge town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 69.3% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 16.3%. The Black or African American population (4.9%) is well below the state average of 20.3%.

Education

20.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 41% lower than the state rate of 34.7%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 80.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Hemby Bridge town, North Carolina is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against North Carolina state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 774 Census-designated places in North Carolina. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Hemby Bridge town, North Carolina?

Hemby Bridge town, North Carolina has a population of 2,079 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Hemby Bridge town, NC?

The median household income in Hemby Bridge town is $71,953, which is 8% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Hemby Bridge town, NC?

The poverty rate in Hemby Bridge town is 20.0%. This means approximately 413 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Hemby Bridge town, North Carolina?

Hemby Bridge town's population is 69.3% White, 4.9% Black, 16.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.5% Asian.

What is the median home value in Hemby Bridge town, NC?

The median home value in Hemby Bridge town is $262,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

How educated is Hemby Bridge town, North Carolina?

20.5% of adults (25+) in Hemby Bridge town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.