South Mills, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, South Mills, North Carolina had a total population of 230, the 690th largest community in North Carolina. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 23.8% is notably above the national average.
South Mills Quick Facts
How South Mills 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 | 294 | 230 | -21.8% |
How South Mills Compares
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Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 58 | National average: 61
Education
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South Mills Rankings in North Carolina
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Other Cities in Camden County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camden | 1,115 | $94,412 | 1.1% | $398,700 |
Cities Similar to South Mills
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenwood | 226 | $120,694 | N/A | 58.8% | 0.0% |
| Stovall | 235 | $53,750 | $171,400 | 19.8% | 7.4% |
| Eureka | 224 | $66,250 | $122,900 | 21.2% | 8.9% |
| Colerain | 239 | $118,359 | $145,800 | 16.9% | 3.1% |
| Salvo | 220 | N/A | N/A | 38.8% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 230, South Mills'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
South Mills is a small community located in North Carolina, within Camden County. The total population is 230. It ranks as the 690th most populous out of 772 Census-designated places in North Carolina.
Age Demographics
The median age in South Mills is 29.5 years. This is 25% lower than the state median of 39.1 years. With 40.4% of the population under 18, South Mills has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in South Mills. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The unemployment rate is 23.8%. This is 404% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 50% higher than the state average of 66.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
South Mills has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.5% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 6.5%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (93.5% vs 60.0%). The Black or African American population (6.5%) is well below the state average of 20.0%.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 73.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for South Mills, 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 South Mills, North Carolina?
South Mills, North Carolina has a population of 230 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in South Mills, NC?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for South Mills — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in South Mills, NC?
The ACS sample for South Mills recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of South Mills, North Carolina?
South Mills's population is 93.5% White, 6.5% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in South Mills, NC?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for South Mills — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is South Mills, North Carolina?
0.0% of adults (25+) in South Mills hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.