Milwaukee, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Milwaukee, North Carolina had a total population of 139, the 732nd largest community in North Carolina. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 5.6% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Milwaukee Quick Facts
How Milwaukee 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 | 147 | 139 | -5.4% |
| Median home value | $108,700 | $110,000 | +1.2% |
How Milwaukee 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 58 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Milwaukee Rankings in North Carolina
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Other Cities in Northampton County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gaston | 912 | $42,105 | 27.4% | $77,200 |
| Rich Square | 880 | $37,031 | 35.2% | $85,000 |
| Conway | 832 | $36,920 | 28.4% | $106,000 |
| Jackson | 777 | $49,048 | 16.7% | N/A |
| Seaboard | 585 | $25,776 | 30.9% | $91,500 |
| Garysburg | 572 | $41,333 | 19.2% | $107,600 |
| Woodland | 497 | $37,750 | 22.4% | $112,500 |
| Severn | 158 | $62,500 | 8.9% | $120,500 |
| Lasker | 152 | $84,792 | 3.3% | $112,500 |
Cities Similar to Milwaukee
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenville | 138 | N/A | N/A | 34.1% | 28.3% |
| Middleburg | 141 | N/A | N/A | 6.5% | 49.6% |
| Wakulla | 142 | N/A | $240,900 | 32.4% | 26.1% |
| Bear Grass | 133 | $77,679 | $131,800 | 25.0% | 0.8% |
| Milton | 133 | $36,136 | $234,400 | 30.3% | 25.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 139, Milwaukee'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
Milwaukee is a small community located in North Carolina, within Northampton County. The total population is 139. It ranks as the 732nd most populous out of 772 Census-designated places in North Carolina.
Age Demographics
The median age in Milwaukee is 31.2 years. This is 20% lower than the state median of 39.1 years. With 48.2% of the population under 18, Milwaukee has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Milwaukee. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The survey records no unemployed residents in Milwaukee, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $110,000. Housing costs are 62% lower than the state median of $288,900. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 50% higher than the state average of 66.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Milwaukee is White (non-Hispanic), making up 64.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.6%.
Education
5.6% 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 84% 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 72.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Milwaukee, 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 Milwaukee, North Carolina?
Milwaukee, North Carolina has a population of 139 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Milwaukee, NC?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Milwaukee — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Milwaukee, NC?
The ACS sample for Milwaukee recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Milwaukee, North Carolina?
Milwaukee's population is 64.0% White, 0.0% Black, 8.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Milwaukee, NC?
The median home value in Milwaukee is $110,000.
How educated is Milwaukee, North Carolina?
5.6% of adults (25+) in Milwaukee hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.