Vanceboro, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Vanceboro, North Carolina Demographics
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High PovertyPoverty rate of 36.8% is well above the state average

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Vanceboro, North Carolina had a total population of 1,030, the 453rd largest town in North Carolina, with a median household income of $34,514, which is 52% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 36.8%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 52% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (36.8%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Only 9.6% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.

Vanceboro Quick Facts

Population 1,030

Median Household Income $34,514

Median Home Value $148,400

Poverty Rate 36.8%

Unemployment Rate 7.5%

Median Age 37.6 years

Homeownership Rate 46.5%

Affordability Ratio 4.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 9.6%

High School Graduation Rate 91.1%

Diversity Index 55/100

Population 1,030 453rd of 772

Median Income $34,514 bottom 10%

Poverty Rate 36.8% 196% higher than national

Median Home Value $148,400 bottom 30%

How Vanceboro 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	939	1,030	+9.7%
Median household income	$39,125	$34,514	-11.8%
Median home value	$137,500	$148,400	+7.9%

How Vanceboro Compares

Median Household Income

Vanceboro

$34,514

$72,388

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Vanceboro

$148,400

$288,900

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 37.1%

$25K-$50K 22.9%

$50K-$100K 17.6%

$100K+ 22.4%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

12.1%

$10K-$15K

9.2%

$15K-$20K

12.6%

$20K-$25K

3.2%

$25K-$30K

7.8%

$30K-$35K

5.9%

$35K-$40K

1.6%

$40K-$45K

5.3%

$45K-$50K

2.3%

$50K-$60K

6.2%

$60K-$75K

4.6%

$75K-$100K

6.9%

$100K-$125K

12.4%

$125K-$150K

4.8%

$150K-$200K

4.1%

$200K+

1.1%

Employment

7.5% Unemployment Rate State: 4.7%|National: 5.2%

52.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 46.5%

Renter 53.5%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.3x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $492/mo 17.1% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

26.1%

18-34

21.4%

35-54

14.9%

55-74

24.8%

75+

12.8%

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+)

Vanceboro Rankings in North Carolina

#453 Population of 772

#668 Median Income of 716

#654 Education of 772

#535 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 Craven County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
New Bern	32,734	$61,031	17.3%	$240,100
Havelock	17,691	$58,408	14.3%	$207,700
James City	4,789	$58,973	11.7%	$204,400
Trent Woods	4,032	$107,802	3.5%	$343,100
Brices Creek	3,415	$85,723	3.4%	$338,700
Fairfield Harbour	2,948	$72,583	7.1%	$300,600
River Bend	2,874	$71,824	8.2%	$266,100
Neuse Forest	2,671	$84,500	4.6%	$228,000
Cherry Branch	1,684	$104,432	1.4%	$262,200
Cove City	504	$41,522	11.8%	$81,700

Cities Similar to Vanceboro

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Ellerbe	1,036	$34,808	$78,000	8.4%	28.4%
Bonnetsville	1,063	N/A	N/A	5.1%	62.8%
West Marion	1,066	$36,715	$161,600	15.7%	15.1%
Magnolia	1,024	$39,406	$114,400	12.8%	41.3%
Five Points	940	N/A	$344,100	22.2%	21.7%

Population Overview

Vanceboro is a small community located in North Carolina, within Craven County. The total population is 1,030. It ranks as the 453rd most populous out of 772 Census-designated places in North Carolina.

Age Demographics

The median age in Vanceboro is 37.6 years. This is 4% lower than the state median of 39.1 years. 12.8% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Vanceboro is $34,514. This is 52% lower than the state median of $72,388. It is also 57% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 36.8%. This is 182% 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 7.5%. This is 59% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $148,400. Housing costs are 49% lower than the state median of $288,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x. 46.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 30% lower than the state average of 66.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Vanceboro is White (non-Hispanic), making up 53.0% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 41.3%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (41.3% vs 20.0%). The Hispanic or Latino population (3.7%) is well below the state average of 11.3%.

Education

9.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 73% 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 91.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Vanceboro, 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 Vanceboro, North Carolina?

Vanceboro, North Carolina has a population of 1,030 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Vanceboro, NC?

The median household income in Vanceboro is $34,514, which is 57% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Vanceboro, NC?

The poverty rate in Vanceboro is 36.8%. This means approximately 379 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Vanceboro, North Carolina?

Vanceboro's population is 53.0% White, 41.3% Black, 3.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Vanceboro, NC?

The median home value in Vanceboro is $148,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

How educated is Vanceboro, North Carolina?

9.6% of adults (25+) in Vanceboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.