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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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Southport, NC

MSAWilmington#10/29 Population

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Demographicsi2024 ACS 5-Year EstimatesCensus

4,205population

64.2median age

This community is a community of 4,205 with a median age of 64.2. The population is predominantly White (88.1%) with a significant Black community (7.1%). Median household income is $87,641. 92.8% of adults hold a high school diploma or higher, and 37.4% have a bachelor's degree. The homeownership rate is 80.2%, with a median home value of $437,700.

Race & Ethnicityi

White

88.1%3,704

Black

7.1%300

Two or More

3.6%152

Hispanic/Latino

1.2%49

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

1.5%52

High School Diploma

16.8%596

Some College (<1 yr)

10.4%370

Some College (1+ yr)

16.9%600

Associate's Degree

9.9%353

Bachelor's Degree

28.9%1,029

Master's Degree

5.8%208

Professional Degree

1.6%57

Doctorate

1%37

HS or Higher

92.8%

BA or Higher

37.4%

Graduate+

8.5%

Housingi

$437,700median home value

$1,426median rent

80.2%homeownership

2,472total units

24%vacancy

Tenure

Owner 80.2%

Renter 19.8%

Home Values

Under $50K

0.7%10

$150K–$200K

2.5%37

$200K–$300K

19%286

$300K–$500K

35.6%537

$500K–$1M

37.2%561

$1M+

5%76

Rent Distribution

Under $500

$500–$750

$750–$1,000

$1,000–$1,250

$1,250–$1,500

$1,500–$2,000

140

$2,000+

Year Built

2020 or later

1.7%41

2010–2019

30.9%765

2000–2009

24.6%609

1990–1999

7.3%181

1980–1989

5.7%142

1970–1979

8.5%209

1960–1969

2.6%64

1950–1959

4.8%118

1940–1949

0.4%9

1939 or earlier

13.5%334

Heating Fuel

Electricity

84.3%1,583

Bottled/LP Gas

9.1%170

Utility Gas

6.7%125

Household Economyi

$87,641median household income

$45,982per capita income

6.2%poverty rate

0%unemployment

1,600labor force

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

2.2%42

$10K–$15K

2.5%47

$15K–$20K

2.4%45

$20K–$25K

1%18

$25K–$30K

0.5%10

$30K–$35K

2.3%43

$35K–$40K

2.7%50

$40K–$45K

7.9%149

$45K–$50K

5.9%110

$50K–$60K

6.2%117

$60K–$75K

10%187

$75K–$100K

14%262

$100K–$125K

16%301

$125K–$150K

7.9%149

$150K–$200K

12.7%238

$200K+

5.9%110

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

Residentsi

Avg. Tenant Renti

$376/mo

Programs in this community

Housing Choice Vouchers2 homes

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

Project Based Section 830 homes94% occupied$376/mo rent

Privately owned apartments with rent subsidies tied to the building

Household Incomei

Based on area median of $87,641/yr

Extremely low incomeUnder $26K/yr

80%

Very low income$26K–$44K/yr

20%

Who Receives This Housing

70% of subsidized households are headed by a single mother

17% of subsidized households are minority

48% of subsidized households include someone with a disability

80% 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

731.7%

By Region

Top Countries

United Kingdom

Guatemala

Germany

Commute & Transportationi

Workersi

1,501

Avg. Commutei

23.9 min

How People Get to Work

Travel Time to Work

Workforce

Total Employed

1,600

Occupations

Industries

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

452(12.1% of civilian adults)

Health Insurancei

92.5%Insured

7.5%Uninsured

Southport, NC Population, Income & Demographics 2026