Wakulla, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Wakulla, North Carolina had a total population of 142, the 730th largest community in North Carolina. The poverty rate is 26.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (26.1%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Wakulla Quick Facts
How Wakulla 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 | 175 | 142 | -18.9% |
How Wakulla 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
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 58 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Wakulla Rankings in North Carolina
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Other Cities in Robeson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lumberton | 18,859 | $42,877 | 30.8% | $152,600 |
| Red Springs | 3,125 | $20,833 | 40.0% | $100,800 |
| Pembroke | 2,822 | $25,889 | 39.1% | $129,400 |
| St. Pauls | 2,688 | $36,800 | 37.8% | $111,000 |
| Fairmont | 2,463 | $36,641 | 29.0% | $106,800 |
| Maxton | 2,330 | $22,667 | 42.7% | $83,200 |
| Barker Ten Mile | 1,156 | $66,667 | 6.0% | $163,700 |
| Rowland | 946 | $32,500 | 33.7% | $118,000 |
| Prospect | 907 | $110,769 | 21.7% | $100,700 |
| Parkton | 529 | $56,250 | 20.8% | $151,900 |
Cities Similar to Wakulla
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middleburg | 141 | N/A | N/A | 6.5% | 49.6% |
| Milwaukee | 139 | N/A | $110,000 | 5.6% | 0.0% |
| Glenville | 138 | N/A | N/A | 34.1% | 28.3% |
| Bear Grass | 133 | $77,679 | $131,800 | 25.0% | 0.8% |
| Milton | 133 | $36,136 | $234,400 | 30.3% | 25.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 142, Wakulla'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
Wakulla is a small community located in North Carolina, within Robeson County. The total population is 142. It ranks as the 730th most populous out of 772 Census-designated places in North Carolina.
Age Demographics
The median age in Wakulla is 48.2 years. This is 23% higher than the state median of 39.1 years. Only 4.9% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 26.1%. This is 100% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Wakulla, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $240,900. Housing costs are 17% lower than the state median of $288,900. 45.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 32% lower than the state average of 66.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Wakulla is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. The White (non-Hispanic) population (7.0%) is well below the state average of 60.0%.
Education
32.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 9% 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 85.1%. Notably, 17.6% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Wakulla, 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 Wakulla, North Carolina?
Wakulla, North Carolina has a population of 142 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Wakulla, NC?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Wakulla — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Wakulla, NC?
The poverty rate in Wakulla is 26.1%. This means approximately 37 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Wakulla, North Carolina?
Wakulla's population is 7.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Wakulla, NC?
The median home value in Wakulla is $240,900.
How educated is Wakulla, North Carolina?
32.4% of adults (25+) in Wakulla hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 17.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.