Hollister, NC — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Halifax County · North Carolina
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Hollister based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
897
2023 ACS
Median Income
$39,744
2023
Median Home Value
$124,400
2023
Median Rent
$730
2023
Median Age
33.9
Unemployment
5.3%
Cost of Living Index
78.8
100 = national avg
Hollister is a city in Halifax County, North Carolina, with a population of 897 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Hollister is one of the communities in North Carolina.
The median household income in Hollister is $39,744, and the median home value is $124,400. The cost of living index is 78.8 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $730 per month. The unemployment rate is 5.3%, and the median age is 33.9 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
897
Male
481
53.6%
Female
416
46.4%
Median Age
33.9
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
10.5%
High School or Higher
31.0%
Foreign Born
6.6%
Veterans
8.1%
Married
41.3%
Avg Household Size
2.9
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.716
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
Native American
43.8%
Foreign Born
6.6%
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
3.3%
30 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
96.7%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
856
English Only
91.6%
#1 Non-English Language
Vietnamese
26 speakers
Limited English
4.2%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
95.8%
Limited English Proficiency
4.2%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
73
8.1% of population
Disability Rate
60.3%
44 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$28,977
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
73
100.0%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$28,977
Non-Veteran Income
$28,115
Difference
$862
3.1% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
44
Without Disability
29
Disability Rate
60.3%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
347
#1 Ancestry
Irish
13.4% (120)
#2 Ancestry
American
10.0% (90)
#3 Ancestry
English
6.2% (56)
Top 6 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
315
Family Households
232
73.7%
Married Couples
176
55.9%
Non-Family Households
83
26.3%
Single Mother Households
49
15.6%
Single Father Households
7
2.2%
Living Alone
73
23.2%
Children Under 18
Total Children
215
In Married Couple
127
59.1%
With Single Mother
88
40.9%
With Single Father
0
0.0%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$65,341
Married Couple Income
$70,333
Single Mother Income
$28,036
Avg Family Size
2.9
Avg Non-Family Size
2.6
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
17
Grandparents Responsible
7
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$39,744
-46% vs national
Per Capita Income
$20,902
-44% vs national
Poverty Rate
16.3%
+20% vs national
Gini Index
0.4040
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
5.3%
+2% vs national
SNAP Recipients
28.3%
of households
How Hollister Compares
Hollister vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Hollister is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Hollister, NC has a median household income of $39,744, making it the 25,335th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Hollister has a higher median household income than 10% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Hollister, NC has a per capita income of $20,902, making it the 25,480th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Hollister has a higher per capita income than 9% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Hollister, NC has a poverty rate of 16.3%, making it the 9,945th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Hollister has a higher poverty rate than 68% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Hollister, NC has a unemployment rate of 5.3%, making it the 10,887th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Hollister has a higher unemployment rate than 65% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Hollister. The median household income here is $39,744.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
5.3%
-9% vs NC avg
Labor Force
360
Employed
341
Mean Commute
30 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
10.5%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
31.0%
of adults 25+
Median Age
33.9
Work from Home
3.6%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the North Carolina metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Software Developers
Top Median Wage
$131.0K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
78.8
100 = national avg
-21.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$34,685
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$81,983
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$742
per month
2 Bedroom
$925
per month
The median household income in Hollister, NC is $39,744, which is 45.7% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $20,902. The poverty rate of 16.3% is higher than the NC state average of 16.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4040, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 5.3%, compared to the state average of 5.8%. The labor force is 360. 10.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 30 minutes, with 3.6% working from home. About 89.8% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 78.8, which is 21.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 71.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $34,685 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — November 2025
Median Sale Price
$129,000
Median List Price
N/A
Price Per Sq Ft
$81
Days on Market
13
Active Inventory
N/A
Zillow Home Value
$65,626
ZHVI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
0.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
100.0%
Sale-to-List Ratio
100.0%
Seller's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
1
Pending Sales
1
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$81
Hollister vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Hollister is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Hollister, NC has a median home value of $124,400, making it the 18,963rd highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Hollister has a higher median home value than 32% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Hollister, NC has a median rent of $730, making it the 17,845th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Hollister has a higher median rent than 20% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Hollister, NC has a price per square foot of $81, making it the 18,349th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Hollister has a higher price per square foot than 12% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Hollister, NC has a rent burden of 22.0%, making it the 6,182nd highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Hollister has a higher rent burden than 72% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$124,400
Median Rent
$730
Total Housing Units
415
Vacancy Rate
24.1%
Owner Occupied
58.7%
Renter Occupied
41.3%
Median Property Tax
$1,019
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$495
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$1,019
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.82%
of home value
Median Home Value
$124,400
Estimated Mean Tax
$1,314
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($1,019) by the median home value ($124,400). In Hollister, NC, this works out to an effective rate of 0.82%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Hollister, NC is $129,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 13 days on the market. 0.0% of homes sold above asking price. The median price per square foot is $81. The median rent is $730 per month (Census ACS). About 58.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1988. There are 415 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $1,019. The effective tax rate is 0.82%, below the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for Hollister. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
72.9
Relatively Low
Expected Annual Loss
59.7
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
93.1
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
21.0
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
$8.4M
Individual Assistance
$68K
Most Common Type
Hurricane
15 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Winter Storm → | Winter Storm | Jan 2026 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ian → | Hurricane | Oct 2022 | — | — |
| Hurricane Isaias → | Hurricane | Aug 2020 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $7K | — |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Sep 2019 | — | — |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | — | — |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | $218K | $6K |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | $1.7M | $36K |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Apr 2011 | $90K | $681 |
| Hurricane Earl → | Hurricane | Sep 2010 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ophelia → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Hurricane Isabel → | Hurricane | Sep 2003 | $1.2M | $26K |
| Severe Ice Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Dec 2002 | $888K | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Storm | Jan 2000 | $42K | — |
| Hurricane Floyd Major Disaster Declarati… → | Hurricane | Sep 1999 | $4.3M | — |
Showing 20 of 25 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
54
Total Claims Paid
$845,611
Avg Claim Payout
$15,659
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
5
Federal Funding
$461,551
Properties Protected
25
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.47
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 2 | $321,154 |
| 601.1: Generators | 2 | $139,759 |
| 202.1: Elevation of Private Structures - Riverine | 1 | $638 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Hollister has a relatively low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are winter weather, drought, hurricane. The area has had 25 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (15 declarations). 54 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $8,437,639 in public assistance recovery funding. $68,164 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 5 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
45.3%
9.2pp above the national average
Depression Rate
23.3%
near the national average
Diabetes Rate
25.1%
13.2pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
16.6%
6.0pp above 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
40.4%
Arthritis
36.8%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
32.0%
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
21.2%
14+ days in past month
Depression
23.3%
Loneliness
37.4%
Lack of Support
32.1%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
51.9%
Mobility
30.8%
Cognitive
23.9%
Hearing
15.4%
Vision
15.1%
Self-Care
10.1%
Independent Living
17.5%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Hollister has an obesity rate of 45.3%, which is 9.2pp above the national average. The depression rate is 23.3%, near the national average. About 16.6% of adults lack health insurance. 81.3% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
17.7 mi
Ecu Health North Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ecu Health North Hospital | 17.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Unc Health Nash | 19.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Maria Parham Medical Center | 26.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Vidant Edgecombe Hospital | 34.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Bon Secours Southern Virginia Medical Center | 35.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
30 min
+28% vs national
Drive Alone
89.8%
+14% vs national
Work From Home
3.6%
-61% vs national
Carpool
6.6%
How Hollister's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2022)Fatalities
1
2022
1-Year Avg
1
fatalities/yr
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Hollister, NC is 30 minutes, which is 28.2% above the national average of 23 minutes. 89.8% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 3.6% work from home, which is below the NC state average of 9.4%. 6.6% of workers carpool. In 2022, there were 1 traffic fatality from 1 fatal crash.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
72.7%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
53.7%
of households
No Internet
19.7%
of households
Total Households
315
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
92.7%
of households
Smartphone
90.8%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
64.4%
of households
Tablet
54.3%
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).
Hollister 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
72.7% of households in Hollister have broadband internet access. 53.7% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 19.7% of households have no internet access. 16.5% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Hollister is located in Halifax County, NC. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Hollister.
Election Overview
Source: Halifax County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
14,014
58.5%
GOP Votes
9,778
40.8%
Total Votes
23,938
Margin
D+17.7%
Shift from 2020
R+3.5pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 14,014 | 9,778 | 23,938 | 58.5% | 40.8% | D+17.7 |
| 2020 | 15,545 | 10,080 | 25,759 | 60.4% | 39.1% | D+21.2 |
| 2016 | 15,642 | 8,954 | 24,881 | 62.9% | 36.0% | D+26.9 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Halifax County recorded 23,938 total votes. Democrats won the county with 58.5% of the vote compared to 40.8% for Republicans, a margin of D+17.7%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+3.5pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Halifax County has shifted 9.2 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
6
Total Assets
$7.8M
Total Income
$4.6M
Per 10K Residents
66.9
nonprofits
-65.4% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
1
Median Assets
$3.9M
Oldest Active
1974
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationNonprofit 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 Under 10,000
Largest Nonprofits in Hollister
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF| Organization | Category | Assets | Income | Est. | IRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HALIWA-SAPONI INDIAN TRIBE | Human Services | $7.2M | $4.4M | 1974 | |
| NATIVE OPPORTUNITY WAY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION INC | Housing & Shelter | $522K | $264K | 2000 |
Hollister, NC has 6 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $7.8M. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 2 organizations. 1 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 66.9 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1974.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
1
Total Approved
$5K
Jobs Supported
4
Per 10K Residents
11.1
SBA loans
-97.3% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
1
Top Lender
VelocitySBA, LLC
1 loans
Top Industry
Other Services
Data Span
2006–2006
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
1
Total Amount
$5K
Avg Loan
$5,000
Median Loan
$5,000
SBA Guaranteed
$4K(85%)
Jobs Supported
4
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Medlin's Service Center | 1 | $5K |
Hollister, NC has received 1 SBA loans totaling $5K in approved funding between 2006 and 2006. The 7(a) program accounts for 1 loans (100% of the total), supporting 4 jobs. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Other Services. The most active SBA lender in Hollister is VelocitySBA, LLC with 1 loans. That works out to 11.1 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
1
Total Population
3,361
Avg Median Income
$38,058
Avg Home Value
$90,500
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27844 | 3,361 | $38,058 | $90,500 | $692 | 54.1 |
Hollister, NC has 1 ZIP code with a combined population of 3,361. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $38,058. The average median home value is $90,500. The average median monthly rent is $692.
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