Anderson Creek, North Carolina Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Anderson Creek, North Carolina is 14,021 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 76th-largest city in North Carolina. The median household income is $86,661, the median home value is $251,600, and the median age is 31.1.
14,021
Population
692
People / sq mi
$86,661
Median Income
$251,600
Median Home Value
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Anderson Creek covers 20.2 sq mi of land at 692 people per square mile.
About Anderson Creek, NC
Anderson Creek stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US cities, at roughly 692 people per square mile. With 14,021 residents, Anderson Creek is a city in North Carolina.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $86,661 — above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 11.4%, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $251,600, with typical rent around $1,248.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 33.0% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Just 7.4% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 33 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 54.3% |
| Black or African American | 28.4% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$86,661
Median Household Income
$34,606
Per Capita Income
11.4%
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$251,600
Median Home Value
$1,248
Median Rent
67.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
93.5%
High School+
33.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
85.3%
Public Transit
7.4%
Work From Home
33.1 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
49.1%
Foreign Born
85.8%
Non-English at Home
19.1%
Veterans
15.4%
With Disability
91.3%
Health Insurance
96.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 18.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 12.1% |
| Public Administration | 11.3% |
| Retail Trade | 6.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.5% |
| Manufacturing | 6.5% |
| Information | 5.9% |
| Construction | 5.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Anderson Creek, North Carolina has a population of 14,021 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 76th-largest city in North Carolina.
The median household income in Anderson Creek, North Carolina is $86,661, with 11.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Anderson Creek, North Carolina is $251,600, with median monthly rent at $1,248 and a homeownership rate of 67.8%.
The median age in Anderson Creek, North Carolina is 31.1 years. The population is 48.7% male and 51.3% female.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.