Middlesex town, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Middlesex town, North Carolina Demographics
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As of 2026, Middlesex town, North Carolina has a total population of 1,005, the 458th largest city in North Carolina, with a median household income of $49,931, which is 29% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.8%.

Key Takeaways

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

Middlesex town Quick Facts

Population 1,005

Median Household Income $49,931

Median Home Value $213,800

Poverty Rate 10.8%

Unemployment Rate 0.6%

Median Age 39.6 years

Homeownership Rate 63.2%

Affordability Ratio 4.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 11.8%

High School Graduation Rate 85.3%

Diversity Index 63/100

Population 1,005 458th of 774

Median Income $49,931 below average

Poverty Rate 10.8% 13% lower national

Median Home Value $213,800 average

How Middlesex town Compares

Median Household Income

Middlesex town

$49,931

$69,904

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Middlesex town

$213,800

$259,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 27.6%

$25K-$50K 22.5%

$50K-$100K 37.2%

$100K+ 12.6%

Employment

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

59.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 63.2%

Renter 36.8%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.3x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.1%

18-34

24.7%

35-54

23.5%

55-74

22.4%

75+

9.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 57 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Middlesex town Rankings in North Carolina

#458 Population of 774

#475 Median Income of 774

#618 Education of 774

#300 Home Value of 774

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Cities Similar to Middlesex town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Cooleemee town	984	$49,135	$134,200	17.0%	11.1%
Rocky Point CDP	1,045	$52,591	$115,500	6.9%	37.8%
Rhodhiss town	1,062	$48,125	$113,400	6.6%	14.5%
Ellerbe town	1,070	$48,404	$107,200	14.8%	16.0%
Moravian Falls CDP	1,015	$57,262	$189,500	21.1%	7.8%

Population Overview

Middlesex town is a small community located in North Carolina. The total population is 1,005. It ranks as the 458th most populous out of 774 cities and towns in North Carolina.

Age Demographics

The median age in Middlesex town is 39.6 years. This is 1% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Middlesex town is $49,931. This is 29% lower than the state median of $69,904. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 36% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.8%. This is 18% lower 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 $213,800. Housing costs are 18% lower than the state median of $259,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x. 63.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% lower than the state average of 66.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Middlesex town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 51.8% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 24.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (19.1% vs 10.9%).

Education

11.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 66% 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 85.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Middlesex 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 Middlesex town, North Carolina?

Middlesex town, North Carolina has a population of 1,005 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Middlesex town is $49,931, which is 36% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Middlesex town, NC?

The poverty rate in Middlesex town is 10.8%. This means approximately 108 residents live below the federal poverty line.

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

Middlesex town's population is 51.8% White, 24.8% Black, 19.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Middlesex town is $213,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

How educated is Middlesex town, North Carolina?

11.8% of adults (25+) in Middlesex town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.