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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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Bethel, NC Population, Income & Demographics 2026

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Demographicsi2024 ACS 5-Year EstimatesCensus

1,544population

40.9median age

This community is a community of 1,544 with a median age of 40.9. The population is predominantly Black (50.8%) with a significant White community (40.1%). Median household income is $52,961. 83.6% of adults hold a high school diploma or higher, and 14.8% have a bachelor's degree. The homeownership rate is 67.2%, with a median home value of $107,800.

Race & Ethnicityi

Black

50.8%785

White

40.1%619

Two or More

7.3%112

Hispanic/Latino

1.6%25

American Indian/Alaska Native

0.2%3

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

7.8%84

High School Diploma

30.2%323

Some College (<1 yr)

2.6%28

Some College (1+ yr)

14.2%152

Associate's Degree

14%150

Bachelor's Degree

7.7%83

Master's Degree

6.4%69

Professional Degree

0.6%6

HS or Higher

83.6%

BA or Higher

14.8%

Graduate+

Housingi

$107,800median home value

$684median rent

67.2%homeownership

810total units

12.2%vacancy

Tenure

Owner 67.2%

Renter 32.8%

Home Values

Under $50K

25.5%122

$50K–$100K

22.6%108

$100K–$150K

9.2%44

$150K–$200K

16.3%78

$200K–$300K

17.6%84

$300K–$500K

7.1%34

$1M+

1.7%8

Rent Distribution

Under $500

$500–$750

$750–$1,000

$1,000–$1,250

$1,250–$1,500

Year Built

2010–2019

1.7%14

2000–2009

3.3%27

1990–1999

5.8%47

1980–1989

10.5%85

1970–1979

18.1%147

1960–1969

18.8%152

1950–1959

8.5%69

1940–1949

7.8%63

1939 or earlier

25.4%206

Heating Fuel

Electricity

75%533

Bottled/LP Gas

21.9%156

Fuel Oil

2.4%17

Utility Gas

0.7%5

Household Economyi

$52,961median household income

$31,538per capita income

16.8%poverty rate

9.9%unemployment

730labor force

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

10.4%74

$10K–$15K

8.2%58

$15K–$20K

4.4%31

$20K–$25K

8%57

$25K–$30K

4.8%34

$30K–$35K

2.7%19

$35K–$40K

3.5%25

$40K–$45K

1.1%8

$45K–$50K

3.1%22

$50K–$60K

14.8%105

$60K–$75K

2.3%16

$75K–$100K

13.4%95

$100K–$125K

8.6%61

$125K–$150K

3.5%25

$150K–$200K

6.3%45

$200K+

5.1%36

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

$396/mo

Programs in this community

Housing Choice Vouchers26 homes48% occupied$499/mo rent

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

Project Based Section 834 homes87% occupied$317/mo rent

Privately owned apartments with rent subsidies tied to the building

Household Incomei

Based on area median of $52,961/yr

Extremely low incomeUnder $16K/yr

76.5%

Very low income$16K–$26K/yr

17.9%

Low income$26K–$42K/yr

5.6%

Who Receives This Housing

90.4% of subsidized households are headed by a single mother

100% of subsidized households are minority

26% of subsidized households include someone with a disability

25.3% 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

110.7%

By Region

Commute & Transportationi

Workersi

655

Avg. Commutei

24.6 min

How People Get to Work

Travel Time to Work

Workforce

Total Employed

658

Occupations

Industries

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

82(6.5% of civilian adults)

Health Insurancei

91.7%Insured

8.3%Uninsured