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What is the difference between Census data and ACS data?

The decennial Census (conducted every 10 years) is a full population count focusing on basic demographics. The ACS is an ongoing survey that collects detailed data on income, education, housing, commute patterns, and more. ACS data is updated annually but represents averages over a 5-year period.

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Shallotte, NC

MSAWilmington#8/29 Population

Shallotte, NC Population, Income & Demographics 2026

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Demographicsi2024 ACS 5-Year EstimatesCensus

4,639population

45.5median age

This community is a community of 4,639 with a median age of 45.5. The population is predominantly White (74.8%) with a significant Hispanic/Latino community (11.5%). Median household income is $88,367. 93.2% of adults hold a high school diploma or higher, and 23.1% have a bachelor's degree. The homeownership rate is 63.7%, with a median home value of $349,500.

Race & Ethnicityi

White

74.8%3,468

Hispanic/Latino

11.5%533

Black

10.1%469

Two or More

3.2%150

Asian

0.4%19

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

2.5%87

High School Diploma

20.1%700

Some College (<1 yr)

5.9%207

Some College (1+ yr)

17.2%601

Associate's Degree

24.4%853

Bachelor's Degree

16%558

Master's Degree

5.4%187

Professional Degree

1.4%50

Doctorate

0.3%10

HS or Higher

93.2%

BA or Higher

23.1%

Graduate+

7.1%

Housingi

$349,500median home value

$1,256median rent

63.7%homeownership

2,384total units

10.5%vacancy

Tenure

Owner 63.7%

Renter 36.3%

Home Values

Under $50K

3.2%44

$50K–$100K

0.8%11

$100K–$150K

4.8%65

$150K–$200K

1.8%25

$200K–$300K

21.2%289

$300K–$500K

54.6%743

$500K–$1M

13.5%183

Rent Distribution

Under $500

125

$500–$750

$750–$1,000

$1,000–$1,250

157

$1,250–$1,500

299

$1,500–$2,000

Year Built

2020 or later

3.2%76

2010–2019

24.1%574

2000–2009

39.9%952

1990–1999

11.6%276

1980–1989

12.9%307

1970–1979

6.3%151

1960–1969

0.7%17

1950–1959

0.5%12

1940–1949

0.5%11

1939 or earlier

0.3%8

Heating Fuel

Electricity

93.2%1,988

Bottled/LP Gas

3.2%69

Wood

1.9%41

Utility Gas

1%21

No Fuel

0.7%15

Household Economyi

$88,367median household income

$46,148per capita income

10.1%poverty rate

3.1%unemployment

2,356labor force

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

8.5%181

$10K–$15K

0.8%18

$15K–$20K

3.2%68

$20K–$25K

4.8%103

$25K–$30K

7.6%163

$30K–$35K

1.8%39

$35K–$40K

0.6%12

$40K–$45K

6.2%133

$45K–$50K

2.9%62

$50K–$60K

3.2%68

$60K–$75K

5.6%120

$75K–$100K

13.1%280

$100K–$125K

10.7%229

$125K–$150K

14.7%313

$150K–$200K

11.4%244

$200K+

4.7%101

Federally Subsidized Housingi

HUD

The federal government helps low-income families, seniors, and people with disabilities afford housing through several programs. Residents typically pay about 30% of their income toward rent, with the government covering the rest. This data shows how many households in this community receive that assistance.

Subsidized Homesi

172

Residentsi

199

Avg. Tenant Renti

$422/mo

Programs in this community

Housing Choice Vouchers166 homes61% occupied$422/mo rent

Rental vouchers (Section 8) that help tenants pay for private-market housing

Project Based Section 86 homes

Privately owned apartments with rent subsidies tied to the building

Household Incomei

Based on area median of $88,367/yr

Extremely low incomeUnder $27K/yr

85%

Very low income$27K–$44K/yr

13%

Low income$44K–$71K/yr

Who Receives This Housing

89% of subsidized households are headed by a single mother

63% of subsidized households are minority

29% of subsidized households include someone with a disability

31% of subsidized households include a senior (62+)

Ancestry & Heritage

Self-reported ancestry groups. Residents may report multiple ancestries, so totals may exceed 100%.

Foreign-Born Populationi

Foreign-Borni

2074.5%

By Region

Top Countries

Mexico

Canada

Philippines

Germany

Commute & Transportationi

Workersi

2,243

Avg. Commutei

23.2 min

How People Get to Work

Travel Time to Work

Workforce

Total Employed

2,260

Occupations

Industries

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

375(9.9% of civilian adults)

Health Insurancei

84.4%Insured

15.6%Uninsured