Stovall town, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Stovall town, North Carolina Demographics
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As of 2026, Stovall town, North Carolina has a total population of 276, the 670th largest city in North Carolina, with a median household income of $46,250, which is 34% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.7%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 34% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.

Stovall town Quick Facts

Population 276

Median Household Income $46,250

Median Home Value $163,400

Poverty Rate 10.7%

Unemployment Rate 6.4%

Median Age 43.4 years

Homeownership Rate 72.4%

Affordability Ratio 3.5x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 19.9%

High School Graduation Rate 86.4%

Diversity Index 46/100

Population 276 670th of 774

Median Income $46,250 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 10.7% 14% lower national

Median Home Value $163,400 below average

How Stovall town Compares

Median Household Income

Stovall town

$46,250

$69,904

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Stovall town

$163,400

$259,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 22.8%

$25K-$50K 32.5%

$50K-$100K 28.5%

$100K+ 16.3%

Employment

6.4% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

51.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 72.4%

Renter 27.6%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.5x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.9%

18-34

11.2%

35-54

23.2%

55-74

35.5%

75+

6.2%

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+)

Stovall town Rankings in North Carolina

#670 Population of 774

#520 Median Income of 774

#424 Education of 774

#446 Home Value of 774

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Cities Similar to Stovall town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Cofield village	284	N/A	$57,800	17.4%	26.8%
Rennert town	267	N/A	$45,800	8.7%	31.4%
Raemon CDP	257	N/A	$81,600	6.3%	16.0%
Fairfield CDP	276	$39,659	$154,500	11.7%	9.1%
Sandy Creek town	281	$53,750	$125,000	9.6%	19.6%

Population Overview

Stovall town is a small community located in North Carolina. The total population is 276. It ranks as the 670th most populous out of 774 cities and towns in North Carolina.

Age Demographics

The median age in Stovall town is 43.4 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Stovall town is $46,250. This is 34% lower than the state median of $69,904. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 41% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.7%. This is 19% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 6.4%. This is 33% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $163,400. Housing costs are 37% lower than the state median of $259,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 72.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% higher than the state average of 66.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Stovall town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 69.2% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 23.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.3%) is well below the state average of 10.9%.

Education

19.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 43% 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 86.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Stovall town, 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 Stovall town, North Carolina?

Stovall town, North Carolina has a population of 276 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Stovall town, NC?

The median household income in Stovall town is $46,250, which is 41% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Stovall town, NC?

The poverty rate in Stovall town is 10.7%. This means approximately 29 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Stovall town, North Carolina?

Stovall town's population is 69.2% White, 23.9% Black, 3.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Stovall town, NC?

The median home value in Stovall town is $163,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

How educated is Stovall town, North Carolina?

19.9% of adults (25+) in Stovall town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.