Silver Lake CDP, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Silver Lake CDP, North Carolina Demographics
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As of 2026, Silver Lake CDP, North Carolina has a total population of 6,242, the 139th largest city in North Carolina, with a median household income of $73,277, which is 5% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.5%.

Silver Lake CDP Quick Facts

Population 6,242

Median Household Income $73,277

Median Home Value $287,500

Poverty Rate 10.5%

Unemployment Rate 3.7%

Median Age 42.6 years

Homeownership Rate 78.6%

Affordability Ratio 3.9x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 31.0%

High School Graduation Rate 90.1%

Diversity Index 43/100

Population 6,242 139th of 774

Median Income $73,277 top 30%

Poverty Rate 10.5% 16% lower national

Median Home Value $287,500 top 30%

How Silver Lake CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Silver Lake CDP

$73,277

$69,904

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Silver Lake CDP

$287,500

$259,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 11.3%

$25K-$50K 27.3%

$50K-$100K 24.8%

$100K+ 36.6%

Employment

3.7% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

67.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 78.6%

Renter 21.4%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.9x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.7%

18-34

19.3%

35-54

25.3%

55-74

27.5%

75+

7.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

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

State average: 57 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Silver Lake CDP Rankings in North Carolina

#139 Population of 774

#216 Median Income of 774

#224 Education of 774

#178 Home Value of 774

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Cities Similar to Silver Lake CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Swannanoa CDP	6,043	$72,978	$270,800	30.8%	15.1%
Barbecue CDP	5,933	$80,380	$199,300	21.1%	6.9%
Boiling Spring Lakes city	6,206	$59,750	$260,400	19.8%	8.7%
Walkertown town	5,793	$80,761	$230,800	29.4%	6.0%
Cherryville city	6,154	$58,701	$198,000	24.7%	15.0%

Population Overview

Silver Lake CDP is a small city located in North Carolina. The total population is 6,242. It ranks as the 139th most populous out of 774 cities and towns in North Carolina.

Age Demographics

The median age in Silver Lake CDP is 42.6 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Silver Lake CDP is $73,277. This is 5% higher than the state median of $69,904. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 7% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.5%. This is 20% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 3.7%. This is 23% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $287,500. Housing costs are 11% higher than the state median of $259,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 78.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 66.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Silver Lake CDP is White (non-Hispanic), making up 72.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 20.3%. The Black or African American population (2.5%) is well below the state average of 20.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (20.3% vs 10.9%).

Education

31.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 11% 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 90.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Silver Lake CDP, 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 Silver Lake CDP, North Carolina?

Silver Lake CDP, North Carolina has a population of 6,242 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Silver Lake CDP, NC?

The median household income in Silver Lake CDP is $73,277, which is 7% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Silver Lake CDP, NC?

The poverty rate in Silver Lake CDP is 10.5%. This means approximately 655 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Silver Lake CDP, North Carolina?

Silver Lake CDP's population is 72.5% White, 2.5% Black, 20.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Silver Lake CDP, NC?

The median home value in Silver Lake CDP is $287,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

How educated is Silver Lake CDP, North Carolina?

31.0% of adults (25+) in Silver Lake CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.