Henrietta, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Henrietta, North Carolina had a total population of 197, the 705th largest community in North Carolina. The poverty rate is 20.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Henrietta Quick Facts
How Henrietta 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 | 413 | 197 | -52.3% |
| Median home value | $202,100 | $162,500 | -19.6% |
How Henrietta 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+)
Henrietta Rankings in North Carolina
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Other Cities in Rutherford County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forest City | 7,363 | $35,524 | 32.1% | $160,800 |
| Spindale | 4,131 | $41,262 | 21.8% | $167,400 |
| Rutherfordton | 3,680 | $59,375 | 12.7% | $288,400 |
| Lake Lure | 1,543 | $80,357 | 11.5% | $627,000 |
| Ellenboro | 901 | $49,769 | 18.3% | $164,400 |
| Ruth | 510 | $51,250 | 35.7% | $138,300 |
| Cliffside | 438 | $51,438 | 7.1% | N/A |
| Bostic | 433 | $57,813 | 17.8% | $171,900 |
| Chimney Rock Village | 122 | $64,375 | 8.2% | $477,300 |
| Caroleen | 116 | N/A | 29.3% | $137,500 |
Cities Similar to Henrietta
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Danbury | 197 | $72,250 | $181,300 | 18.3% | 10.3% |
| Harrellsville | 196 | $70,089 | $122,700 | 16.7% | 14.8% |
| Dillsboro | 195 | $58,516 | $270,300 | 28.5% | 16.5% |
| Everetts | 193 | $45,227 | $85,000 | 22.9% | 24.0% |
| Centerville | 202 | $143,523 | $162,900 | 4.4% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 197, Henrietta'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
Henrietta is a small community located in North Carolina, within Rutherford County. The total population is 197. It ranks as the 705th most populous out of 772 Census-designated places in North Carolina.
Age Demographics
The median age in Henrietta is 32.0 years. This is 18% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 20.8%. This is 60% 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 Henrietta, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $162,500. Housing costs are 44% lower than the state median of $288,900. 57.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% lower than the state average of 66.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Henrietta 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
0.0% 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. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 69.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Henrietta, 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 Henrietta, North Carolina?
Henrietta, North Carolina has a population of 197 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Henrietta, NC?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Henrietta — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Henrietta, NC?
The poverty rate in Henrietta is 20.8%. This means approximately 41 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Henrietta, North Carolina?
Henrietta's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Henrietta, NC?
The median home value in Henrietta is $162,500.
How educated is Henrietta, North Carolina?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Henrietta hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.