Hookerton, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Hookerton, North Carolina Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hookerton, North Carolina had a total population of 573, the 559th largest town in North Carolina, with a median household income of $34,500, which is 52% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 32.5%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 52% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (32.5%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Only 8.1% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x.
One of the most racially diverse communities in North Carolina (diversity index: 70/100).

Hookerton Quick Facts

Population 573

Median Household Income $34,500

Median Home Value $78,400

Poverty Rate 32.5%

Unemployment Rate 23.5%

Median Age 41.4 years

Homeownership Rate 43.4%

Affordability Ratio 2.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 8.1%

High School Graduation Rate 58.0%

Diversity Index 70/100

Population 573 559th of 772

Median Income $34,500 bottom 10%

Poverty Rate 32.5% 161% higher than national

Median Home Value $78,400 bottom 10%

How Hookerton 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	468	573	+22.4%
Median household income	$43,000	$34,500	-19.8%
Median home value	$77,700	$78,400	+0.9%

How Hookerton Compares

Median Household Income

Hookerton

$34,500

$72,388

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Hookerton

$78,400

$288,900

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 29.8%

$25K-$50K 31.8%

$50K-$100K 27.3%

$100K+ 11.1%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

3.5%

$10K-$15K

9.1%

$15K-$20K

5.6%

$20K-$25K

11.6%

$25K-$30K

5.6%

$30K-$35K

15.7%

$35K-$40K

2.5%

$40K-$45K

3.5%

$45K-$50K

4.5%

$50K-$60K

8.1%

$60K-$75K

10.6%

$75K-$100K

8.6%

$100K-$125K

7.6%

$125K-$150K

3.5%

$150K-$200K

0.0%

$200K+

0.0%

Employment

23.5% Unemployment Rate State: 4.7%|National: 5.2%

52.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 43.4%

Renter 56.6%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.3x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $717/mo 24.9% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.8%

18-34

20.8%

35-54

35.9%

55-74

15.7%

75+

6.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very High Diversity

This community is exceptionally diverse, with no single racial or ethnic group dominating the population.

State average: 58 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Hookerton Rankings in North Carolina

#559 Population of 772

#669 Median Income of 716

#682 Education of 772

#702 Home Value of 725

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Other Cities in Greene County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Snow Hill	2,438	$31,629	40.2%	$135,700
Maury	1,339	N/A	54.7%	N/A
Walstonburg	313	$42,500	11.8%	$95,000

Cities Similar to Hookerton

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Potters Hill	595	N/A	$112,800	13.1%	37.6%
Conetoe	561	$38,776	$86,400	7.5%	74.5%
Garysburg	572	$41,333	$107,600	31.2%	19.2%
Alexis	635	N/A	$196,000	6.8%	0.0%
Grover	621	$36,736	$127,800	8.2%	17.9%

A note before these figures: with a population of 573, Hookerton'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

Hookerton is a small community located in North Carolina, within Greene County. The total population is 573. It ranks as the 559th most populous out of 772 Census-designated places in North Carolina.

Age Demographics

The median age in Hookerton is 41.4 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Hookerton is $34,500. This is 52% lower than the state median of $72,388. It is also 57% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 32.5%. This is 150% 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 23.5%. This is 398% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $78,400. Housing costs are 73% lower than the state median of $288,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x, Hookerton is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 43.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 35% lower than the state average of 66.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

Hookerton is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. Black or African American residents account for 30.9%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (30.9% vs 20.0%). The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (24.8% vs 11.3%).

Education

8.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 77% 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 58.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Hookerton, 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 Hookerton, North Carolina?

Hookerton, North Carolina has a population of 573 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Hookerton, NC?

The median household income in Hookerton is $34,500, which is 57% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Hookerton, NC?

The poverty rate in Hookerton is 32.5%. This means approximately 186 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Hookerton, North Carolina?

Hookerton's population is 37.7% White, 30.9% Black, 24.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Hookerton, NC?

The median home value in Hookerton is $78,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.3x.

How educated is Hookerton, North Carolina?

8.1% of adults (25+) in Hookerton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.