Wrightsboro CDP, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Wrightsboro CDP, North Carolina Demographics
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As of 2026, Wrightsboro CDP, North Carolina has a total population of 5,434, the 156th largest city in North Carolina, with a median household income of $72,867, which is 4% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.3%.

Wrightsboro CDP Quick Facts

Population 5,434

Median Household Income $72,867

Median Home Value $220,700

Poverty Rate 10.3%

Unemployment Rate 2.8%

Median Age 39.4 years

Homeownership Rate 77.9%

Affordability Ratio 3.0x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 26.2%

High School Graduation Rate 87.5%

Diversity Index 56/100

Population 5,434 156th of 774

Median Income $72,867 above average

Poverty Rate 10.3% 17% lower national

Median Home Value $220,700 above average

How Wrightsboro CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Wrightsboro CDP

$72,867

$69,904

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Wrightsboro CDP

$220,700

$259,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 14.4%

$25K-$50K 14.8%

$50K-$100K 41.9%

$100K+ 28.9%

Employment

2.8% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

67.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 77.9%

Renter 22.1%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.0x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

18.2%

18-34

26.1%

35-54

26.5%

55-74

24.6%

75+

4.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 57 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Wrightsboro CDP Rankings in North Carolina

#156 Population of 774

#222 Median Income of 774

#280 Education of 774

#280 Home Value of 774

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Cities Similar to Wrightsboro CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Locust city	5,529	$78,280	$285,800	18.9%	8.2%
Swannanoa CDP	6,043	$72,978	$270,800	30.8%	15.1%
Granite Falls town	4,921	$74,250	$203,100	27.2%	15.1%
Nashville town	5,672	$63,553	$191,700	24.7%	20.8%
Walkertown town	5,793	$80,761	$230,800	29.4%	6.0%

Population Overview

Wrightsboro CDP is a small city located in North Carolina. The total population is 5,434. It ranks as the 156th most populous out of 774 cities and towns in North Carolina.

Age Demographics

The median age in Wrightsboro CDP is 39.4 years. This is about average than the state median of 39.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Wrightsboro CDP is $72,867. This is 4% higher than the state median of $69,904. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 7% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.3%. This is 22% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 2.8%. This is 41% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $220,700. Housing costs are 15% lower than the state median of $259,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 77.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 66.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Wrightsboro CDP is White (non-Hispanic), making up 60.4% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 21.0%.

Education

26.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 24% 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 87.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Wrightsboro CDP, 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 Wrightsboro CDP, North Carolina?

Wrightsboro CDP, North Carolina has a population of 5,434 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Wrightsboro CDP, NC?

The median household income in Wrightsboro CDP is $72,867, which is 7% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Wrightsboro CDP, NC?

The poverty rate in Wrightsboro CDP is 10.3%. This means approximately 552 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Wrightsboro CDP, North Carolina?

Wrightsboro CDP's population is 60.4% White, 21.0% Black, 8.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Wrightsboro CDP, NC?

The median home value in Wrightsboro CDP is $220,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.

How educated is Wrightsboro CDP, North Carolina?

26.2% of adults (25+) in Wrightsboro CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.