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Pinebluff, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Pinebluff, North Carolina had a total population of 1,806, the 357th largest town in North Carolina, with a median household income of $80,833, which is 12% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.1%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Pinebluff Quick Facts

Population 1,806
Median Household Income $80,833
Median Home Value $234,200
Poverty Rate 6.1%
Unemployment Rate 7.1%
Median Age 36.2 years
Homeownership Rate 78.5%
Affordability Ratio 2.9x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 29.3%
High School Graduation Rate 93.9%
Diversity Index 45/100
Population 1,806 357th of 772
Median Income $80,833 top 30%
Poverty Rate 6.1% 51% lower than national
Median Home Value $234,200 average

How Pinebluff Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population1,7231,806+4.8%
Median household income$75,188$80,833+7.5%
Median home value$219,800$234,200+6.6%

How Pinebluff Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 10.2%
$25K-$50K 14.8%
$50K-$100K 42.8%
$100K+ 32.3%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
1.6%
$10K-$15K
2.4%
$15K-$20K
4.6%
$20K-$25K
1.6%
$25K-$30K
1.3%
$30K-$35K
0.9%
$35K-$40K
1.2%
$40K-$45K
4.0%
$45K-$50K
7.4%
$50K-$60K
7.2%
$60K-$75K
12.7%
$75K-$100K
22.9%
$100K-$125K
15.3%
$125K-$150K
5.3%
$150K-$200K
8.1%
$200K+
3.5%

Employment

7.1% Unemployment Rate State: 4.7%|National: 5.2%
62.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 78.5%
Renter 21.5%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
2.9x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,176/mo 17.5% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

45out of 100
Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 58 | National average: 61

Education

Pinebluff Rankings in North Carolina

#357 Population of 772
#187 Median Income of 716
#248 Education of 772
#300 Home Value of 725

Other Cities in Moore County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Pinehurst 18,256 $109,802 4.3% $476,600
Southern Pines 16,420 $88,535 9.6% $451,100
Aberdeen 9,228 $75,078 10.5% $314,900
Whispering Pines 5,211 $126,450 5.3% $464,800
Seven Lakes 4,535 $91,085 8.8% $394,500
Carthage 2,896 $82,695 14.2% $208,200
Foxfire 1,925 $85,117 4.6% $386,700
Robbins 1,893 $53,438 22.1% $99,100
Vass 1,644 $73,581 6.7% $257,500
Candor 1,160 $57,639 28.2% $164,900

Cities Similar to Pinebluff

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Lake Waccamaw1,770$72,500$305,90032.3%9.3%
Foxfire1,925$85,117$386,70034.8%4.6%
Sea Breeze1,849$69,942$405,10031.4%6.5%
Atlantic Beach1,719$70,402$498,40060.7%15.6%
Wanchese1,956$88,750$311,80028.9%6.3%

Population Overview

Pinebluff is a small community located in North Carolina, within Moore County. The total population is 1,806. It ranks as the 357th most populous out of 772 Census-designated places in North Carolina.

Age Demographics

The median age in Pinebluff is 36.2 years. This is 7% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Pinebluff is $80,833. This is 12% higher than the state median of $72,388. It is also about the same as the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.1%. This is 53% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.0%. The unemployment rate is 7.1%. This is 51% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $234,200. Housing costs are 19% lower than the state median of $288,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Pinebluff is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 66.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Pinebluff is White (non-Hispanic), making up 71.2% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 19.0%.

Education

29.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 18% 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 93.9%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Pinebluff, 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 Pinebluff, North Carolina?

Pinebluff, North Carolina has a population of 1,806 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Pinebluff, NC?

The median household income in Pinebluff is $80,833, which is about the same as the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Pinebluff, NC?

The poverty rate in Pinebluff is 6.1%. This means approximately 110 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Pinebluff, North Carolina?

Pinebluff's population is 71.2% White, 19.0% Black, 6.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Pinebluff, NC?

The median home value in Pinebluff is $234,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.9x.

How educated is Pinebluff, North Carolina?

29.3% of adults (25+) in Pinebluff hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.