Ashley Heights, NC — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Hoke County · North Carolina
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Ashley Heights based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
301
2023 ACS
Median Income
$52,375
2023
Median Home Value
$85,700
2023
Median Rent
N/A
2023
Median Age
58.4
Unemployment
17.1%
Cost of Living Index
71.9
100 = national avg
Ashley Heights is a city in Hoke County, North Carolina, with a population of 301 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Ashley Heights is one of the communities in North Carolina.
The median household income in Ashley Heights is $52,375, and the median home value is $85,700. The cost of living index is 71.9 (where 100 = national average). The unemployment rate is 17.1%, and the median age is 58.4 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
301
Male
134
44.5%
Female
167
55.5%
Median Age
58.4
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
15.6%
High School or Higher
49.5%
Foreign Born
0.0%
Veterans
10.0%
Married
29.2%
Avg Household Size
2.5
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.645
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
53.2%
Foreign Born
0.0%
American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
301
English Only
98.0%
#1 Non-English Language
French/Haitian/Cajun
6 speakers
Limited English
0.0%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
100.0%
Limited English Proficiency
0.0%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
30
10.0% of population
Disability Rate
56.7%
17 with disability
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
17
56.7%
Female Veterans
13
43.3%
Disability Status
With Disability
17
Without Disability
13
Disability Rate
56.7%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
26
#1 Ancestry
English
7.0% (21)
#2 Ancestry
German
1.7% (5)
Top 2 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
121
Family Households
67
55.4%
Married Couples
42
34.7%
Non-Family Households
54
44.6%
Single Mother Households
17
14.0%
Single Father Households
8
6.6%
Living Alone
49
40.5%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$50,625
Avg Family Size
2.5
Avg Non-Family Size
3.3
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
0
Grandparents Responsible
0
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$52,375
-28% vs national
Per Capita Income
$22,914
-38% vs national
Poverty Rate
23.6%
+73% vs national
Gini Index
0.4302
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
17.1%
+228% vs national
SNAP Recipients
23.1%
of households
How Ashley Heights Compares
Ashley Heights vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Ashley Heights is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Ashley Heights, NC has a median household income of $52,375, making it the 20,195th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Ashley Heights has a higher median household income than 28% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Ashley Heights, NC has a per capita income of $22,914, making it the 24,133rd highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Ashley Heights has a higher per capita income than 14% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Ashley Heights, NC has a poverty rate of 23.6%, making it the 5,295th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Ashley Heights has a higher poverty rate than 83% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Ashley Heights, NC has a unemployment rate of 17.1%, making it the 1,496th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Ashley Heights has a higher unemployment rate than 95% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Ashley Heights. The median household income here is $52,375.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
17.1%
+194% vs NC avg
Labor Force
176
Employed
146
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
15.6%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
49.5%
of adults 25+
Median Age
58.4
Work from Home
14.4%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Fayetteville, NC metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Business Operations Specialists, All Other
Top Median Wage
$93.8K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
71.9
100 = national avg
-28.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$31,623
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$74,745
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$761
per month
2 Bedroom
$998
per month
The median household income in Ashley Heights, NC is $52,375, which is 28.5% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $22,914. The poverty rate of 23.6% is higher than the NC state average of 16.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4302, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 17.1%, compared to the state average of 5.8%. The labor force is 176. 15.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 81.5% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 71.9, which is 28.1% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 48.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $31,623 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$334,950
Median List Price
$369,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$144
Days on Market
131
Active Inventory
17
Months of Supply
17.0
Buyer's market
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
0.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
0.0%
Sale-to-List Ratio
100.0%
Seller's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
1
New Listings
4
Pending Sales
3
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$144
Median List $/SF
$169
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Ashley Heights, NC? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Fayetteville, NC metro area, home prices have risen 105.5% over the past 20 years. The 10-year growth rate is 92.0%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 62.6%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 9.2%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Fayetteville, NC housing market rather than Ashley Heights alone.
Metro area: Fayetteville, NC
Ashley Heights vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Ashley Heights is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Ashley Heights, NC has a median home value of $85,700, making it the 24,111th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Ashley Heights has a higher median home value than 14% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Ashley Heights, NC has a price per square foot of $144, making it the 13,152nd highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Ashley Heights has a higher price per square foot than 37% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$85,700
Median Rent
N/A
Total Housing Units
127
Vacancy Rate
4.7%
Owner Occupied
82.6%
Renter Occupied
17.4%
Median Property Tax
$934
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
N/A
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$934
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.09%
of home value
Median Home Value
$85,700
Estimated Mean Tax
$1,090
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($934) by the median home value ($85,700). In Ashley Heights, NC, this works out to an effective rate of 1.09%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Ashley Heights, NC is $334,950 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 131 days on the market. 0.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 17.0 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $144. About 82.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1990. There are 127 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $934. The effective tax rate is 1.09%, below the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for Ashley Heights. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
50.1
Relatively Low
Expected Annual Loss
45.5
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
64.7
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
16.7
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
18
Public Assistance
$1.5M
Individual Assistance
$3.7M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
12 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Winter Storm → | Winter Storm | Jan 2026 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | $80K | — |
| Hurricane Isaias → | Hurricane | Aug 2020 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $21K | $2.8M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Oct 2019 | $10K | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Sep 2019 | — | — |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | $399K | $386K |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | — | — |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | $924K | $474K |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Apr 2011 | $6K | $6K |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Frances → | Hurricane | Sep 2004 | — | $58K |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Storm | Jan 2000 | $15K | — |
| Hurricane Floyd Major Disaster Declarati… → | Hurricane | Sep 1999 | $64K | — |
| Hurricane Floyd Emergency Declarations → | Hurricane | Sep 1999 | — | — |
| Hurricane Fran → | Hurricane | Sep 1996 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Helene → | Unknown | — | — | $1K |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Unknown | — | — | — |
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
39
Total Claims Paid
$615,585
Avg Claim Payout
$15,784
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
1
Federal Funding
$22,500
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.00
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 1 | $22,500 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Ashley Heights has a relatively low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are hurricane, wildfire, tornado. The area has had 18 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (12 declarations). 39 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $1,519,900 in public assistance recovery funding. $3,679,165 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 1 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
36.8%
0.7pp above the national average
Depression Rate
25.2%
1.7pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
17.3%
5.4pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.6%
near the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
41.1%
Arthritis
35.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.1%
Teeth Lost (65+)
19.9%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
17.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
25.2%
Loneliness
33.4%
Lack of Support
23.3%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
39.6%
Mobility
20.5%
Cognitive
17.3%
Hearing
9.8%
Vision
7.5%
Self-Care
5.8%
Independent Living
10.7%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Ashley Heights has an obesity rate of 36.8%, which is 0.7pp above the national average. The depression rate is 25.2%, 1.7pp above the national average. About 10.6% of adults lack health insurance. 82.4% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
8.1 mi
Cape Fear Valley Hoke Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Fear Valley Hoke Hospital | 8.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Firsthealth Moore Regional Hospital | 8.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Scotland Memorial Hospital | 22.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Fayetteville Nc Va Medical Center | 27.7 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 3/5 | — |
| Central Carolina Hospital | 31.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
81.5%
+4% vs national
Work From Home
14.4%
+55% vs national
Carpool
4.1%
How Ashley Heights's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Commute data for Ashley Heights, NC covers travel times and transportation modes. 81.5% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 14.4% work from home, which is above the NC state average of 9.4%. 4.1% of workers carpool.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
68.6%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
47.9%
of households
No Internet
26.5%
of households
Total Households
121
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
79.3%
of households
Smartphone
74.4%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
72.7%
of households
Tablet
62.0%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.1¢
per kWh
-26% vs Under 10,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.6¢
per kWh
-32% vs Under 10,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.8¢
per kWh
-35% vs Under 10,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$144
residential
-2% vs Under 10,000 avg
17% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in North Carolina averages 14.1¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $144. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Ashley Heights vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (Under 10,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
68.6% of households in Ashley Heights have broadband internet access. 47.9% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 12.4% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 26.5% of households have no internet access. 6.6% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Ashley Heights is located in Hoke County, NC. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Ashley Heights.
Election Overview
Source: Hoke County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
11,896
52.3%
GOP Votes
10,547
46.4%
Total Votes
22,724
Margin
D+5.9%
Shift from 2020
R+4.9pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 11,896 | 10,547 | 22,724 | 52.3% | 46.4% | D+5.9 |
| 2020 | 11,804 | 9,453 | 21,639 | 54.5% | 43.7% | D+10.9 |
| 2016 | 9,608 | 7,676 | 17,847 | 53.8% | 43.0% | D+10.8 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Hoke County recorded 22,724 total votes. Democrats won the county with 52.3% of the vote compared to 46.4% for Republicans, a margin of D+5.9%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+4.9pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Hoke County has shifted 4.9 percentage points toward Republicans.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
6
Total Population
98,159
Avg Median Income
$74,386
Avg Home Value
$279,300
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28315 | 14,143 | $73,079 | $279,700 | $1,131 | 64.9 |
| 28373 | 2,508 | $74,375 | $230,800 | $882 | 12.9 |
| 28374 | 19,501 | $106,746 | $440,400 | $1,691 | 21.0 |
| 28376 | 43,980 | $61,793 | $208,100 | $1,091 | 278.7 |
| 28387 | 15,643 | $73,587 | $366,600 | $1,137 | 29.5 |
| 28396 | 2,384 | $56,736 | $150,200 | $594 | 54.5 |
Ashley Heights, NC has 6 ZIP codes with a combined population of 98,159. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $74,386. The average median home value is $279,300. The average median monthly rent is $1,088.
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