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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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Madison, NC

CSAGreensboro--Winston-Salem--High Point MSAGreensboro-High Point#18/25 Population

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Demographicsi2024 ACS 5-Year EstimatesCensus

2,242population

47.5median age

This community is a community of 2,242 with a median age of 47.5. The population is predominantly White (59.1%) with a significant Black community (33.9%). Median household income is $52,593. 87.4% of adults hold a high school diploma or higher, and 15.1% have a bachelor's degree. The homeownership rate is 57.7%, with a median home value of $184,900.

Race & Ethnicityi

White

59.1%1,324

Black

33.9%761

Two or More

3.5%79

Hispanic/Latino

2.2%50

Asian

1%23

American Indian/Alaska Native

0.1%3

Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander

0.1%2

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

3.8%63

High School Diploma

25.9%430

Some College (<1 yr)

7.7%128

Some College (1+ yr)

21.4%355

Associate's Degree

13.5%225

Bachelor's Degree

6%100

Master's Degree

6.6%109

Professional Degree

1.9%31

Doctorate

0.6%10

HS or Higher

87.4%

BA or Higher

15.1%

Graduate+

Housingi

$184,900median home value

$830median rent

57.7%homeownership

1,161total units

8.7%vacancy

Tenure

Owner 57.7%

Renter 42.3%

Home Values

Under $50K

4.2%26

$50K–$100K

20.3%124

$100K–$150K

14.2%87

$150K–$200K

15.5%95

$200K–$300K

33.5%205

$300K–$500K

12.3%75

Rent Distribution

Under $500

104

$500–$750

$750–$1,000

134

$1,000–$1,250

105

$1,250–$1,500

$2,000+

Year Built

2010–2019

0.3%4

2000–2009

6%70

1990–1999

12.1%141

1980–1989

7.5%87

1970–1979

14%163

1960–1969

10.2%118

1950–1959

12.8%149

1940–1949

14.3%166

1939 or earlier

22.7%263

Heating Fuel

Electricity

50.7%537

Utility Gas

40.1%425

Fuel Oil

4.8%51

Wood

1.6%17

Bottled/LP Gas

1.5%16

Other

0.7%7

No Fuel

0.7%7

Household Economyi

$52,593median household income

$31,282per capita income

8%poverty rate

10.3%unemployment

1,225labor force

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

7.6%81

$10K–$15K

4%42

$15K–$20K

1.9%20

$20K–$25K

7.5%79

$25K–$30K

4.5%48

$30K–$35K

4.5%48

$35K–$40K

6.4%68

$40K–$45K

5.6%59

$45K–$50K

5.6%59

$50K–$60K

9.9%105

$60K–$75K

12.2%129

$75K–$100K

13.2%140

$100K–$125K

7.7%82

$125K–$150K

4.2%44

$150K–$200K

2.6%28

$200K+

2.6%28

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

$341/mo

Avg. Waitlisti

9 months

Programs in this community

Public Housing50 homes100% occupied$341/mo rent

Government-owned housing managed by local housing authorities

Housing Choice Vouchers7 homes

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

811/PRAC6 homes

Household Incomei

Based on area median of $52,593/yr

Extremely low incomeUnder $16K/yr

60%

Very low income$16K–$26K/yr

23%

Low income$26K–$42K/yr

Moderate / aboveOver $42K/yr

Who Receives This Housing

83% of subsidized households are headed by a single mother

71% of subsidized households are minority

19% of subsidized households include someone with a disability

14% 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

572.5%

By Region

Top Countries

Mexico

Philippines

Canada

Commute & Transportationi

Workersi

1,061

Avg. Commutei

20.2 min

How People Get to Work

Travel Time to Work

Workforce

Total Employed

1,099

Occupations

Industries

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

156(8.1% of civilian adults)

Health Insurancei

91.2%Insured

8.8%Uninsured