Old Hundred, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Old Hundred, North Carolina had a total population of 131, the 736th largest community in North Carolina. The poverty rate is 48.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (48.9%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Old Hundred Quick Facts
How Old Hundred 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 | 259 | 131 | -49.4% |
How Old Hundred Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
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Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 58 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Old Hundred Rankings in North Carolina
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Other Cities in Scotland County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laurinburg | 15,087 | $42,170 | 31.1% | $134,200 |
| Laurel Hill | 986 | $30,893 | 31.3% | $56,700 |
| Wagram | 754 | $52,159 | 9.6% | $111,700 |
| Gibson | 745 | $25,000 | 51.5% | $80,800 |
| Deercroft | 718 | $91,036 | 0.0% | $379,400 |
| Scotch Meadows | 370 | $92,083 | 25.1% | $220,000 |
Cities Similar to Old Hundred
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stonewall | 131 | $50,000 | $134,400 | 7.3% | 20.6% |
| Bear Grass | 133 | $77,679 | $131,800 | 25.0% | 0.8% |
| Milton | 133 | $36,136 | $234,400 | 30.3% | 25.6% |
| Linden | 129 | $66,250 | $150,000 | 15.4% | 25.6% |
| Shannon | 125 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 17.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 131, Old Hundred'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
Old Hundred is a small community located in North Carolina, within Scotland County. The total population is 131. It ranks as the 736th most populous out of 772 Census-designated places in North Carolina.
Age Demographics
The median age in Old Hundred is 31.4 years. This is 20% lower than the state median of 39.1 years. Only 14.5% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 48.9%. This is 275% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.0%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Old Hundred, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 27.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 59% lower than the state average of 66.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Old Hundred is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. The White (non-Hispanic) population (25.2%) is well below the state average of 60.0%.
Education
11.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 68% 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 92.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Old Hundred, 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 Old Hundred, North Carolina?
Old Hundred, North Carolina has a population of 131 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Old Hundred, NC?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Old Hundred — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Old Hundred, NC?
The poverty rate in Old Hundred is 48.9%. This means approximately 64 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Old Hundred, North Carolina?
Old Hundred's population is 25.2% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Old Hundred, NC?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Old Hundred — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Old Hundred, North Carolina?
11.2% of adults (25+) in Old Hundred hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.