McFarlan town, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026

Name: McFarlan town, North Carolina Demographics
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High PovertyPoverty rate of 64.5% is well above the state average

As of 2026, McFarlan town, North Carolina has a total population of 124, the 744th largest city in North Carolina, with a median household income of N/A. The poverty rate is 64.5%.

Key Takeaways

More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (64.5%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Unemployment rate of 27.1% is notably above the national average.

McFarlan town Quick Facts

Population 124

Median Household Income N/A

Median Home Value N/A

Poverty Rate 64.5%

Unemployment Rate 27.1%

Median Age 25.3 years

Homeownership Rate 37.1%

Affordability Ratio N/A

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 15.9%

High School Graduation Rate 58.7%

Diversity Index 43/100

Population 124 744th of 774

Median Income N/A

Poverty Rate 64.5% 419% higher national

Median Home Value N/A

How McFarlan town Compares

Median Household Income

$69,904

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

$259,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 40.0%

$25K-$50K 11.4%

$50K-$100K 28.6%

$100K+ 20.0%

Employment

27.1% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

56.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 37.1%

Renter 62.9%

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

47.6%

18-34

6.5%

35-54

33.9%

55-74

10.5%

75+

1.6%

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+)

McFarlan town Rankings in North Carolina

#744 Population of 774

N/A Median Income of 774

#519 Education of 774

N/A Home Value of 774

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Cities Similar to McFarlan town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Proctorville town	128	$74,375	$91,300	20.0%	10.2%
Crossnore town	129	$107,292	$222,500	19.2%	0.0%
Falkland town	119	$93,542	$45,800	3.4%	3.4%
Glenville CDP	130	N/A	N/A	36.1%	25.4%
Marietta town	130	N/A	$127,100	18.7%	23.1%

Population Overview

McFarlan town is a small community located in North Carolina. The total population is 124. It ranks as the 744th most populous out of 774 cities and towns in North Carolina.

Age Demographics

The median age in McFarlan town is 25.3 years. This is 35% lower than the state median of 39.1 years. With 47.6% of the population under 18, McFarlan town has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The poverty rate stands at 64.5%. This is 390% 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 27.1%. This is 461% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. 37.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 44% lower than the state average of 66.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in McFarlan town is Hispanic or Latino, making up 69.3% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 30.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (69.3% vs 10.9%).

Education

15.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 54% 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 58.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for McFarlan 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 McFarlan town, North Carolina?

McFarlan town, North Carolina has a population of 124 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

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

What is the poverty rate in McFarlan town, NC?

The poverty rate in McFarlan town is 64.5%. This means approximately 80 residents live below the federal poverty line.

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

McFarlan town's population is 30.6% White, 0.0% Black, 69.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in McFarlan town is N/A.

How educated is McFarlan town, North Carolina?

15.9% of adults (25+) in McFarlan town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.