Lumberton, North Carolina Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Lumberton, North Carolina is 19,220 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 52nd-largest city in North Carolina. The median household income is $43,114, the median home value is $140,100, and the median age is 35.6.
The population has declined 12.4% since 2010 (21,543 → 18,882).
19,220
Population
1055
People / sq mi
$43,114
Median Income
$140,100
Median Home Value
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Lumberton covers 18.2 sq mi of land at 1055 people per square mile.
About Lumberton, NC
The poverty rate is what most separates Lumberton from the typical city: 23.3% of residents live below the federal poverty line, against 12.4% nationally. Lumberton is a city in North Carolina with a population of 19,220.
Money is tight relative to the rest of US cities: the median household earns just $43,114, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 23.3%, is among the steepest of comparable US cities and above the national 12.4%. Real estate is inexpensive, with a typical home worth only $140,100, with typical rent around $824.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 21.3% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Home-based work is uncommon, at 4.5%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 19 minutes each way.
The elevated poverty rate is the context for the rest of the profile in Lumberton: it pulls on median income, housing tenure, and the share of residents with a college degree.
Lumberton city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Lumberton city had a population of 21,543 in 2010 and 18,882 in 2024, a -12.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 21,604 in 2011. Average annual growth rate: -0.92%.
18,882
Population (2024)
21,543
Population (2010)
21,604
Peak (2011)
-0.92%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 21,543 |
| 2011 | 21,604 |
| 2012 | 21,603 |
| 2013 | 21,515 |
| 2014 | 21,502 |
| 2015 | 21,339 |
| 2016 | 21,144 |
| 2017 | 20,946 |
| 2018 | 20,740 |
| 2019 | 20,484 |
| 2020 | 18,882 |
| 2021 | 18,849 |
| 2022 | 18,810 |
| 2023 | 18,915 |
| 2024 | 18,882 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 35.6% |
| Black or African American | 38.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 15.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$43,114
Median Household Income
$24,470
Per Capita Income
23.3%
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$140,100
Median Home Value
$824
Median Rent
45.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
79.5%
High School+
21.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.4%
Drive Alone
81.7%
Public Transit
4.5%
Work From Home
18.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
17.6%
Foreign Born
88.9%
Non-English at Home
6.6%
Veterans
15.6%
With Disability
86.5%
Health Insurance
91.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 29.4% |
| Manufacturing | 13.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 11.5% |
| Public Administration | 6.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 6.0% |
| Information | 5.2% |
| Retail Trade | 4.4% |
| Construction | 3.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lumberton, North Carolina has a population of 19,220 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 52nd-largest city in North Carolina.
The median household income in Lumberton, North Carolina is $43,114, with 23.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Lumberton, North Carolina is $140,100, with median monthly rent at $824 and a homeownership rate of 45.1%.
The median age in Lumberton, North Carolina is 35.6 years. The population is 46.4% male and 53.6% female.
The population has declined 12.4% since 2010 (21,543 → 18,882).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.