Pink Hill, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Pink Hill, North Carolina Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Pink Hill, North Carolina had a total population of 527, the 579th largest town in North Carolina, with a median household income of $46,635, which is 36% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 24.9%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 36% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.9%.

Pink Hill Quick Facts

Population 527

Median Household Income $46,635

Median Home Value $99,300

Poverty Rate 24.9%

Unemployment Rate 1.9%

Median Age 42.5 years

Homeownership Rate 54.6%

Affordability Ratio 2.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 23.9%

High School Graduation Rate 75.3%

Diversity Index 56/100

Population 527 579th of 772

Median Income $46,635 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 24.9% 100% higher than national

Median Home Value $99,300 bottom 10%

How Pink Hill 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	470	527	+12.1%
Median household income	$42,670	$46,635	+9.3%
Median home value	$69,000	$99,300	+43.9%

How Pink Hill Compares

Median Household Income

Pink Hill

$46,635

$72,388

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Pink Hill

$99,300

$288,900

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 20.3%

$25K-$50K 41.5%

$50K-$100K 18.4%

$100K+ 19.8%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

7.2%

$10K-$15K

8.2%

$15K-$20K

1.0%

$20K-$25K

3.9%

$25K-$30K

0.5%

$30K-$35K

3.9%

$35K-$40K

2.9%

$40K-$45K

18.4%

$45K-$50K

15.9%

$50K-$60K

9.7%

$60K-$75K

6.3%

$75K-$100K

2.4%

$100K-$125K

2.9%

$125K-$150K

1.5%

$150K-$200K

14.5%

$200K+

1.0%

Employment

1.9% Unemployment Rate State: 4.7%|National: 5.2%

62.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 54.6%

Renter 45.4%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.1x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $575/mo 14.8% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

24.3%

18-34

22.6%

35-54

19.2%

55-74

31.3%

75+

2.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

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

State average: 58 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Pink Hill Rankings in North Carolina

#579 Population of 772

#541 Median Income of 716

#357 Education of 772

#659 Home Value of 725

Explore North Carolina Rankings

Cities by Population All cities ranked by size Richest Cities Ranked by median income Most Educated By bachelor's degree rate Most Affordable By housing affordability

Other Cities in Lenoir County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Kinston	19,505	$36,878	27.9%	$119,300
La Grange	2,756	$48,078	32.0%	$83,800
Jackson Heights	794	$39,403	11.7%	$133,500
Deep Run	662	$54,602	11.9%	$73,400
Graingers	27	$32,750	0.0%	N/A

Cities Similar to Pink Hill

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Atlantic	522	$51,071	$154,300	11.5%	18.2%
Old Fort	555	$47,500	$135,900	25.5%	13.7%
Bolton	504	$48,450	$146,700	7.0%	24.6%
Aurora	560	$46,131	$87,300	14.8%	26.2%
Ruth	510	$51,250	$138,300	14.3%	35.7%

A note before these figures: with a population of 527, Pink Hill'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

Pink Hill is a small community located in North Carolina, within Lenoir County. The total population is 527. It ranks as the 579th most populous out of 772 Census-designated places in North Carolina.

Age Demographics

The median age in Pink Hill is 42.5 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Pink Hill is $46,635. This is 36% lower than the state median of $72,388. It is also 42% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 24.9%. This is 91% 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 unemployment rate is 1.9%. This is 59% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $99,300. Housing costs are 66% lower than the state median of $288,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Pink Hill is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 54.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% lower than the state average of 66.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Pink Hill is White (non-Hispanic), making up 57.3% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 32.8%. The Black or African American population (8.0%) is well below the state average of 20.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (32.8% vs 11.3%).

Education

23.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 33% 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 75.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Pink Hill, 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 Pink Hill, North Carolina?

Pink Hill, North Carolina has a population of 527 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Pink Hill, NC?

The median household income in Pink Hill is $46,635, which is 42% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Pink Hill, NC?

The poverty rate in Pink Hill is 24.9%. This means approximately 131 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Pink Hill, North Carolina?

Pink Hill's population is 57.3% White, 8.0% Black, 32.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Pink Hill, NC?

The median home value in Pink Hill is $99,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.1x.

How educated is Pink Hill, North Carolina?

23.9% of adults (25+) in Pink Hill hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.