Staley, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Staley, North Carolina had a total population of 456, the 603rd largest town in North Carolina, with a median household income of $80,250, which is 11% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x.
Staley Quick Facts
How Staley 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 | 532 | 456 | -14.3% |
| Median household income | $61,875 | $80,250 | +29.7% |
| Median home value | $133,800 | $132,500 | -1.0% |
How Staley Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 58 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Staley Rankings in North Carolina
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Other Cities in Randolph County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asheboro | 27,580 | $47,197 | 19.7% | $188,100 |
| Trinity | 7,111 | $82,664 | 11.7% | $216,600 |
| Randleman | 4,644 | $53,456 | 32.6% | $184,700 |
| Liberty | 2,682 | $39,663 | 16.6% | $194,500 |
| Ramseur | 2,150 | $35,923 | 47.7% | $155,300 |
| Franklinville | 1,131 | $52,805 | 18.2% | $123,600 |
| Seagrove | 407 | $64,926 | 14.5% | $157,500 |
Cities Similar to Staley
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Park | 456 | $88,750 | $315,500 | 59.0% | 16.4% |
| Swan Quarter | 458 | $71,289 | $122,100 | 11.6% | 30.6% |
| Bethania | 443 | $87,866 | $290,000 | 33.1% | 15.6% |
| Ruffin | 423 | N/A | N/A | 3.5% | 6.8% |
| Evergreen | 421 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 34.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 456, Staley'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
Staley is a small community located in North Carolina, within Randolph County. The total population is 456. It ranks as the 603rd most populous out of 772 Census-designated places in North Carolina.
Age Demographics
The median age in Staley is 34.6 years. This is 12% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Staley is $80,250. This is 11% 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 11.2%. This is 14% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.0%. The unemployment rate is 3.0%. This is 37% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $132,500. Housing costs are 54% lower than the state median of $288,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Staley is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 74.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 66.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Staley is White (non-Hispanic), making up 63.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 18.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (18.4% vs 11.3%).
Education
13.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 63% 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 81.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Staley, 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 Staley, North Carolina?
Staley, North Carolina has a population of 456 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Staley, NC?
The median household income in Staley is $80,250, which is about the same as the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Staley, NC?
The poverty rate in Staley is 11.2%. This means approximately 51 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Staley, North Carolina?
Staley's population is 63.8% White, 12.9% Black, 18.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Staley, NC?
The median home value in Staley is $132,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.7x.
How educated is Staley, North Carolina?
13.3% of adults (25+) in Staley hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.