Kelford town, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Kelford town, North Carolina Demographics
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High PovertyPoverty rate of 34.7% is well above the state average

As of 2026, Kelford town, North Carolina has a total population of 245, the 681st largest city in North Carolina, with a median household income of N/A. The poverty rate is 34.7%.

Key Takeaways

More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (34.7%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Only 5.3% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.

Kelford town Quick Facts

Population 245

Median Household Income N/A

Median Home Value $72,900

Poverty Rate 34.7%

Unemployment Rate 4.5%

Median Age 50.7 years

Homeownership Rate 81.9%

Affordability Ratio N/A

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 5.3%

High School Graduation Rate 68.6%

Diversity Index 33/100

Population 245 681st of 774

Median Income N/A

Poverty Rate 34.7% 179% higher national

Median Home Value $72,900 bottom 10%

How Kelford town Compares

Median Household Income

$69,904

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Kelford town

$72,900

$259,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 42.4%

$25K-$50K 22.9%

$50K-$100K 31.9%

$100K+ 2.8%

Employment

4.5% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

50.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 81.9%

Renter 18.1%

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

10.6%

18-34

16.7%

35-54

26.1%

55-74

43.7%

75+

2.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 57 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Kelford town Rankings in North Carolina

#681 Population of 774

N/A Median Income of 774

#714 Education of 774

#706 Home Value of 774

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Cities Similar to Kelford town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Elrod CDP	245	$25,938	N/A	16.3%	35.5%
Watha town	244	$36,042	$100,000	10.2%	20.1%
Valle Crucis CDP	243	N/A	N/A	72.9%	0.0%
Hiddenite CDP	237	$138,098	$221,700	0.0%	37.5%
Danbury town	234	$81,442	$180,200	24.0%	0.6%

Population Overview

Kelford town is a small community located in North Carolina. The total population is 245. It ranks as the 681st most populous out of 774 cities and towns in North Carolina.

Age Demographics

The median age in Kelford town is 50.7 years. This is 30% higher than the state median of 39.1 years. Only 10.6% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The poverty rate stands at 34.7%. This is 163% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. 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 4.5%. This is 7% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $72,900. Housing costs are 72% lower than the state median of $259,400. 81.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 23% higher than the state average of 66.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Kelford town is Black or African American, making up 81.2% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 8.2%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (8.2%) is well below the state average of 60.7%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (81.2% vs 20.3%).

Education

5.3% 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. This is 85% 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 68.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Kelford 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 Kelford town, North Carolina?

Kelford town, North Carolina has a population of 245 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Kelford town, NC?

The median household income in Kelford town is N/A, which is the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Kelford town, NC?

The poverty rate in Kelford town is 34.7%. This means approximately 85 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Kelford town, North Carolina?

Kelford town's population is 8.2% White, 81.2% Black, 8.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Kelford town, NC?

The median home value in Kelford town is $72,900.

How educated is Kelford town, North Carolina?

5.3% of adults (25+) in Kelford town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.