Newland town, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Newland town, North Carolina Demographics
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As of 2026, Newland town, North Carolina has a total population of 815, the 495th largest city in North Carolina, with a median household income of $43,429, which is 38% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.1%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 38% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Unemployment rate of 9.7% is notably above the national average.

Newland town Quick Facts

Population 815

Median Household Income $43,429

Median Home Value $223,800

Poverty Rate 12.1%

Unemployment Rate 9.7%

Median Age 50.0 years

Homeownership Rate 52.6%

Affordability Ratio 5.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 29.3%

High School Graduation Rate 95.1%

Diversity Index 14/100

Population 815 495th of 774

Median Income $43,429 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 12.1% 3% lower national

Median Home Value $223,800 above average

How Newland town Compares

Median Household Income

Newland town

$43,429

$69,904

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Newland town

$223,800

$259,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 24.4%

$25K-$50K 40.6%

$50K-$100K 20.9%

$100K+ 14.1%

Employment

9.7% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

56.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 52.6%

Renter 47.4%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.2x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

15.5%

18-34

8.0%

35-54

34.5%

55-74

31.7%

75+

10.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very 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+)

Newland town Rankings in North Carolina

#495 Population of 774

#550 Median Income of 774

#242 Education of 774

#268 Home Value of 774

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Cities Similar to Newland town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Alliance town	812	$44,167	$128,400	12.9%	17.6%
Hoffman town	789	N/A	$52,700	3.2%	40.7%
Prospect CDP	850	N/A	$86,800	29.1%	16.7%
Peletier town	779	$44,375	$151,400	21.9%	14.5%
Clarkton town	875	N/A	$137,500	10.7%	48.2%

Population Overview

Newland town is a small community located in North Carolina, within Pasquotank County. The total population is 815. It ranks as the 495th most populous out of 774 cities and towns in North Carolina.

Age Demographics

The median age in Newland town is 50.0 years. This is 28% higher than the state median of 39.1 years. 10.4% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Newland town is $43,429. This is 38% lower than the state median of $69,904. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 45% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.1%. This is 8% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 9.7%. This is 101% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $223,800. Housing costs are 14% lower than the state median of $259,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.2x. 52.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% lower than the state average of 66.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Newland town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.5%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (92.3% vs 60.7%). The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 20.3%.

Education

29.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 16% 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 95.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Newland 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 Newland town, North Carolina?

Newland town, North Carolina has a population of 815 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Newland town is $43,429, which is 45% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Newland town, NC?

The poverty rate in Newland town is 12.1%. This means approximately 94 residents live below the federal poverty line.

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

Newland town's population is 92.3% White, 0.3% Black, 7.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Newland town is $223,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.2x.

How educated is Newland town, North Carolina?

29.3% of adults (25+) in Newland town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.