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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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Harrisburg, NC Population, Income & Demographics 2026

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Demographicsi2024 ACS 5-Year EstimatesCensus

19,633population

40.1median age

This community is a community of 19,633 with a median age of 40.1. The population is predominantly White (50.7%) with a significant Black community (15.9%). Median household income is $148,254. 95.1% of adults hold a high school diploma or higher, and 56.5% have a bachelor's degree. The homeownership rate is 91.5%, with a median home value of $478,000.

Race & Ethnicityi

White

50.7%9,963

Black

15.9%3,125

Asian

14.7%2,894

Hispanic/Latino

9.5%1,868

Two or More

8.4%1,649

Other

0.7%134

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

1.9%233

High School Diploma

12.3%1,535

Some College (<1 yr)

6.6%819

Some College (1+ yr)

8.9%1,110

Associate's Degree

9%1,126

Bachelor's Degree

35.5%4,434

Master's Degree

18.1%2,265

Professional Degree

2%251

Doctorate

0.8%103

HS or Higher

95.1%

BA or Higher

56.5%

Graduate+

21%

Housingi

$478,000median home value

$2,640median rent

91.5%homeownership

6,571total units

6%vacancy

Tenure

Owner 91.5%

Home Values

Under $50K

1.5%82

$50K–$100K

0.2%9

$100K–$150K

1%54

$150K–$200K

0.9%49

$200K–$300K

12.3%694

$300K–$500K

38.9%2,198

$500K–$1M

43.3%2,445

$1M+

2.1%121

Rent Distribution

$750–$1,000

$1,250–$1,500

$1,500–$2,000

$2,000+

363

Year Built

2020 or later

4.4%289

2010–2019

30.3%1,990

2000–2009

40.2%2,644

1990–1999

11.9%781

1980–1989

4.5%294

1970–1979

3.9%254

1960–1969

2.4%155

1950–1959

1.4%90

1940–1949

0.5%30

1939 or earlier

0.7%44

Heating Fuel

Utility Gas

67.1%4,142

Electricity

29.4%1,816

Bottled/LP Gas

1.4%88

Solar

1.2%76

Wood

0.3%21

Fuel Oil

0.3%20

No Fuel

0.2%13

Household Economyi

$148,254median household income

$54,237per capita income

3.7%poverty rate

3%unemployment

10,505labor force

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

1.8%111

$10K–$15K

0.9%53

$15K–$20K

1.9%120

$20K–$25K

1%63

$25K–$30K

1.9%120

$30K–$35K

1.1%67

$35K–$40K

1.1%67

$40K–$45K

1.5%92

$45K–$50K

1.2%76

$50K–$60K

1.5%93

$60K–$75K

7.1%436

$75K–$100K

11.5%713

$100K–$125K

9%555

$125K–$150K

9.9%610

$150K–$200K

16.1%997

$200K+

32.4%2,003

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

272

Avg. Tenant Renti

$708/mo

Avg. Waitlisti

53 months

Programs in this community

Housing Choice Vouchers64 homes86% occupied$708/mo rent

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

Household Incomei

Based on area median of $148,254/yr

Extremely low incomeUnder $44K/yr

61%

Very low income$44K–$74K/yr

31%

Low income$74K–$119K/yr

Who Receives This Housing

98% of subsidized households are headed by a single mother

100% of subsidized households are minority

3% of subsidized households include someone with a disability

Ancestry & Heritage

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

Foreign-Born Populationi

Foreign-Borni

3,23016.5%

By Region

Top Countries

India

1,490

Mexico

170

Guatemala

107

China

Philippines

Germany

United Kingdom

Korea

Commute & Transportationi

Workersi

9,890

Avg. Commutei

29.6 min

How People Get to Work

Travel Time to Work

Workforce

Total Employed

10,193

Occupations

Industries

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

979(6.8% of civilian adults)

Health Insurancei

92.7%Insured

7.3%Uninsured