Carrboro, NC — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Orange County · North Carolina
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Carrboro based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
21,170
2023 ACS
Median Income
$85,927
2023
Median Home Value
$507,100
2023
Median Rent
$1,337
2023
Median Age
34.0
Unemployment
3.9%
Cost of Living Index
152.9
100 = national avg
Carrboro is a city in Orange County, North Carolina, with a population of 21,170 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Carrboro is one of the communities in North Carolina.
The median household income in Carrboro is $85,927, and the median home value is $507,100. The cost of living index is 152.9 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,337 per month. The unemployment rate is 3.9%, and the median age is 34.0 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
21,170
Male
10,533
49.8%
Female
10,637
50.2%
Median Age
34.0
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
47.4%
High School or Higher
52.1%
Foreign Born
15.3%
Veterans
3.7%
Married
40.3%
Avg Household Size
2.2
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.502
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
67.3%
Foreign Born
15.3%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
11.6%
2,464 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
88.4%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
20,275
English Only
82.9%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
1,565 speakers
Limited English
6.4%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
93.6%
Limited English Proficiency
6.4%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
784
3.7% of population
Disability Rate
20.8%
163 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$58,367
Unemployment Rate
5.6%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
755
96.3%
Female Veterans
29
3.7%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$58,367
Non-Veteran Income
$44,644
Difference
$13,723
30.7% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
163
Without Disability
621
Disability Rate
20.8%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
17,832
#1 Ancestry
German
16.6% (3,504)
#2 Ancestry
English
16.2% (3,420)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
12.4% (2,621)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
9,415
Family Households
4,753
50.5%
Married Couples
3,782
40.2%
Non-Family Households
4,662
49.5%
Single Mother Households
725
7.7%
Single Father Households
246
2.6%
Living Alone
3,157
33.5%
Children Under 18
Total Children
4,417
In Married Couple
3,498
79.2%
With Single Mother
767
17.4%
With Single Father
152
3.4%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$121,933
Married Couple Income
$150,769
Single Mother Income
$60,597
Single Father Income
$60,156
Avg Family Size
2.2
Avg Non-Family Size
1.9
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
180
Grandparents Responsible
46
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$85,927
+17% vs national
Per Capita Income
$53,514
+44% vs national
Poverty Rate
11.3%
-17% vs national
Gini Index
0.5055
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
3.9%
-26% vs national
SNAP Recipients
6.5%
of households
How Carrboro Compares
Carrboro vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. Carrboro is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Carrboro, NC has a median household income of $85,927, making it the 7,391st highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Carrboro has a higher median household income than 74% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Carrboro, NC has a per capita income of $53,514, making it the 3,714th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Carrboro has a higher per capita income than 87% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Carrboro, NC has a poverty rate of 11.3%, making it the 15,130th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Carrboro has a higher poverty rate than 52% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Carrboro, NC has a unemployment rate of 3.9%, making it the 15,011th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Carrboro has a higher unemployment rate than 52% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Carrboro. The median household income here is $85,927.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
3.9%
-34% vs NC avg
Labor Force
12,472
Employed
11,981
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
47.4%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
52.1%
of adults 25+
Median Age
34.0
Work from Home
23.9%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Durham-Chapel Hill, NC metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Computer and Information Systems Managers
Top Median Wage
$169.4K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
152.9
100 = national avg
+52.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$67,265
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$158,991
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,507
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,711
per month
The median household income in Carrboro, NC is $85,927, which is 17.3% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $53,514. The poverty rate of 11.3% is lower than the NC state average of 16.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.5055, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 3.9%, compared to the state average of 5.8%. The labor force is 12,472. 47.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 52.5% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 152.9, which is 52.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 205.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $67,265 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$515,000
Median List Price
$450,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$297
Days on Market
92
Active Inventory
43
Months of Supply
7.2
Buyer's market
Zillow Home Value
$422,901
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,604
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
0.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
28.6%
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.2%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
6
New Listings
12
Pending Sales
14
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$297
Median List $/SF
$286
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Carrboro, NC? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Durham-Chapel Hill, NC metro area, home prices have risen 460.3% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 152.6%. The 10-year growth rate is 118.4%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 61.4%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 7.6%. 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 Durham-Chapel Hill, NC housing market rather than Carrboro alone.
Metro area: Durham-Chapel Hill, NC
Carrboro vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. Carrboro is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Carrboro, NC has a median home value of $507,100, making it the 2,927th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Carrboro has a higher median home value than 90% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Carrboro, NC has a median rent of $1,337, making it the 5,323rd highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Carrboro has a higher median rent than 76% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Carrboro, NC has a price per square foot of $297, making it the 3,698th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Carrboro has a higher price per square foot than 82% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Carrboro, NC has a rent burden of 18.7%, making it the 10,763rd highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Carrboro has a higher rent burden than 51% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$507,100
Median Rent
$1,337
Total Housing Units
10,159
Vacancy Rate
7.3%
Owner Occupied
43.6%
Renter Occupied
56.4%
Median Property Tax
$6,957
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$2,030
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$6,957
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.37%
of home value
Median Home Value
$507,100
Estimated Mean Tax
$6,924
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($6,957) by the median home value ($507,100). In Carrboro, NC, this works out to an effective rate of 1.37%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Carrboro, NC is $515,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 92 days on the market. 0.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 7.2 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $297. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,604/month. About 43.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1986. There are 10,159 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $6,957. The effective tax rate is 1.37%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
1.81
per 1,000 residents
-31% vs national
Property Crime Rate
19.29
per 1,000 residents
+12% vs national
Total Crimes
444
2024
Violent Clearance
34%
cases solved
Property Clearance
11%
cases solved
YoY Change
-34.8%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Carrboro Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Carrboro vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. Carrboro is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Carrboro police solve 100% of murder cases but only 4% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 1 | 0.05 | 100.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 5 | 0.24 | 80.0% |
| Robbery | Violent | 4 | 0.19 | 25.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 28 | 1.33 | 25.0% |
| Burglary | Property | 60 | 2.85 | 13.3% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 292 | 13.88 | 11.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 54 | 2.57 | 3.7% |
Carrboro, NC reported 38 violent crimes and 406 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 1.81 per 1,000 residents is 30.6% below the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 34% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 292 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 17.9% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 38 | 406 | 1.81 | 19.29 |
| 2023 | 59 | 498 | 2.77 | 23.38 |
| 2022 | 59 | 366 | 2.78 | 17.27 |
| 2021 | 69 | 412 | 3.22 | 19.24 |
| 2020 | 46 | 367 | 2.15 | 17.17 |
| 2019 | 9 | 38 | 0.42 | 1.76 |
| 2018 | 33 | 407 | 1.51 | 18.63 |
| 2017 | 40 | 430 | 1.86 | 19.95 |
| 2016 | 35 | 434 | 1.63 | 20.21 |
| 2015 | 42 | 461 | 1.97 | 21.60 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
79.1
Relatively Low
Expected Annual Loss
83.6
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
16.6
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
93.6
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
25
Public Assistance
$148.6M
Individual Assistance
$2.7M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
11 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Winter Storm → | Winter Storm | Jan 2026 | — | — |
| Tropical Depression Chantal → | Tropical Depression | Sep 2025 | $559K | — |
| Hurricane Helene → | Tropical Storm | Sep 2024 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ian → | Hurricane | Oct 2022 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $143.3M | $2.3M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Sep 2019 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Michael → | Hurricane | Jan 2019 | $128K | — |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | $1.2M | $306K |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | — | — |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Mar 2014 | $967K | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Hurricane Isabel → | Hurricane | Sep 2003 | $276K | $52K |
| Ice Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Mar 2003 | $988 | — |
| Severe Ice Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Dec 2002 | $1.8M | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Storm | Jan 2000 | $205K | — |
| Hurricane Floyd Major Disaster Declarati… → | Hurricane | Sep 1999 | $203K | — |
| Hurricane Floyd Emergency Declarations → | Hurricane | Sep 1999 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 27 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
568
Total Claims Paid
$34,679,760
Avg Claim Payout
$61,056
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
8
Federal Funding
$1,323,637
Properties Protected
6
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.98
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 3 | $680,219 |
| 601.1: Generators | 2 | $67,709 |
| 202.1: Elevation of Private Structures - Riverine | 1 | $236,660 |
| 200.3: Acquisition of Public Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 1 | $0 |
| 92.1: State Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 1 | $339,049 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Carrboro has a relatively low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are winter weather, lightning, heat wave. The area has had 25 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (11 declarations). 568 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $148,597,568 in public assistance recovery funding. $2,717,734 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 8 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
28.0%
8.1pp below the national average
Depression Rate
24.7%
1.2pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
7.4%
4.5pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
7.6%
3.0pp below 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
29.8%
Arthritis
18.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
7.6%
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
15.2%
14+ days in past month
Depression
24.7%
Loneliness
31.4%
Lack of Support
19.2%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
22.8%
Mobility
7.6%
Cognitive
12.0%
Hearing
4.5%
Vision
3.3%
Self-Care
2.3%
Independent Living
5.6%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Carrboro has an obesity rate of 28.0%, which is 8.1pp below the national average. The depression rate is 24.7%, 1.2pp above the national average. About 7.6% of adults lack health insurance. 77.3% 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
4.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
3.4 mi
Unc Hospitals
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unc Hospitals | 3.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
| Duke University Hospital | 9.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
| Durham Va Medical Center | 9.0 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 4/5 | Yes |
| North Carolina Specialty Hospital | 16.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
| Duke Regional Hospital | 16.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
2
Pop. Served
86,346
Violations (5yr)
1
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| ORANGE WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY | 86,300 | 0 |
| CEDAR VILLAGE II | 46 | 1 |
There are 2 water systems serving the area. 1 water quality violation has been reported in the past 5 years.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
52.5%
-33% vs national
Public Transit
7.7%
+751% vs national
Work From Home
23.9%
+157% vs national
Carpool
7.1%
Walk / Bike
7.4%
combined
How Carrboro's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
1
2023
4-Year Avg
1
fatalities/yr
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Carrboro, NC covers travel times and transportation modes. 52.5% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 23.9% work from home, which is above the NC state average of 9.4%. Public transit is used by 7.7% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 7.1% of workers carpool. 3.0% walk to work. 4.4% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 1 traffic fatality from 1 fatal crash.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
95.6%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
88.3%
of households
No Internet
2.2%
of households
Total Households
9,415
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
97.7%
of households
Smartphone
95.0%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
92.8%
of households
Tablet
67.6%
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 10,000 - 25,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.6¢
per kWh
-32% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.8¢
per kWh
-35% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$144
residential
-2% vs 10,000 - 25,000 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).
Carrboro vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (10,000 - 25,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
2
Population Served
86,346
Violations (5yr)
1
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ORANGE WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY | Community | Surface water | 86,300 | 0 |
| CEDAR VILLAGE II | Community | Ground water | 46 | 1 |
95.6% of households in Carrboro have broadband internet access. 88.3% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 6.6% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 2.2% of households have no internet access. The area is served by 2 water systems, providing water to 86,346 people. A total of 1 water quality violation has been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Carrboro is located in Orange County, NC. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Carrboro.
Election Overview
Source: Orange County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
65,444
74.9%
GOP Votes
20,806
23.8%
Total Votes
87,426
Margin
D+51.1%
Shift from 2020
No change
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 65,444 | 20,806 | 87,426 | 74.9% | 23.8% | D+51.1 |
| 2020 | 63,594 | 20,176 | 84,997 | 74.8% | 23.7% | D+51.1 |
| 2016 | 59,105 | 18,373 | 79,830 | 74.0% | 23.0% | D+51.0 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Orange County recorded 87,426 total votes. Democrats won the county with 74.9% of the vote compared to 23.8% for Republicans, a margin of D+51.1%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted No change from the previous election.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
90
Total Assets
$78.3M
Total Income
$30.1M
Per 10K Residents
42.5
nonprofits
-10.2% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
11
Median Assets
$257K
Oldest Active
1945
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $71.2M of $78.3M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 10,000 - 25,000
Largest Nonprofits in Carrboro
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFCarrboro, NC has 90 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $78.3M. The most common category is Education, with 14 organizations. 11 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 42.5 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1945.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
70
Total Approved
$28.9M
Jobs Supported
1,029
Per 10K Residents
33.1
SBA loans
-59.5% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
25
Top Lender
Truist Bank
19 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
63
Total Amount
$25.7M
Avg Loan
$408,508
Median Loan
$135,000
SBA Guaranteed
$20.5M(80%)
Jobs Supported
930
Loans
7
Total Amount
$3.2M
Avg Loan
$457,286
Median Loan
$290,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
10
14% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$6.0M
21% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$596,380
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 10,000 - 25,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Pallet Alliance Inc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches | 2 | $4.0M |
| Verde Wood International Inc. | 3 | $3.0M |
| Liquidity Investments Llc | 2 | $2.4M |
| Dr. Dewana Anderson and Dr. Erik Dorsch Dba the Animal Hospital of Carrboro | 1 | $2.0M |
| Sweet D, Llc | 1 | $1.3M |
| L.a. 370 Llc | 2 | $1.1M |
| Balanced Physical Therapy Llc | 1 | $719K |
| Cafe Symmetry Llc | 1 | $688K |
| Meineke Muffler | 2 | $637K |
Carrboro, NC has received 70 SBA loans totaling $28.9M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 63 loans (90% of the total), supporting 930 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 7 loans totaling $3.2M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Carrboro is Truist Bank with 19 loans. That works out to 33.1 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
9
Total Population
282,270
Avg Median Income
-$148,078,926
Avg Home Value
-$147,781,626
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27510 | 13,739 | $62,737 | $439,200 | $1,360 | 3.2 |
| 27514 | 32,612 | $94,167 | $628,700 | $1,491 | 19.6 |
| 27516 | 46,372 | $100,788 | $508,400 | $1,446 | 93.5 |
| 27517 | 28,676 | $124,821 | $571,900 | $1,518 | 46.0 |
| 27599 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
| 27705 | 48,412 | $71,153 | $398,500 | $1,422 | 42.1 |
| 27707 | 50,865 | $72,432 | $371,500 | $1,364 | 20.7 |
| 27708 | 3,185 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.4 |
| 27713 | 58,409 | $96,900 | $380,500 | $1,460 | 35.4 |
Carrboro, NC has 9 ZIP codes with a combined population of 282,270. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$148,078,926. The average median home value is -$147,781,626. The average median monthly rent is -$148,147,030.
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