Laurel Hill, NC — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Scotland County · North Carolina
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Laurel Hill based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
916
2023 ACS
Median Income
$26,250
2023
Median Home Value
$90,500
2023
Median Rent
$1,066
2023
Median Age
35.5
Unemployment
16.1%
Cost of Living Index
68.3
100 = national avg
Laurel Hill is a city in Scotland County, North Carolina, with a population of 916 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Laurel Hill is one of the communities in North Carolina.
The median household income in Laurel Hill is $26,250, and the median home value is $90,500. The cost of living index is 68.3 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,066 per month. The unemployment rate is 16.1%, and the median age is 35.5 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
916
Male
336
36.7%
Female
580
63.3%
Median Age
35.5
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
5.2%
High School or Higher
25.0%
Foreign Born
2.7%
Veterans
3.8%
Married
33.7%
Avg Household Size
2.6
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.752
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
34.8%
Foreign Born
2.7%
American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
887
English Only
99.4%
#1 Non-English Language
Other Indo-European
5 speakers
Limited English
0.0%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
100.0%
Limited English Proficiency
0.0%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
35
3.8% of population
Disability Rate
0.0%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
35
100.0%
Disability Status
Without Disability
35
Disability Rate
0.0%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
238
#1 Ancestry
European
7.4% (68)
#2 Ancestry
English
5.0% (46)
#3 Ancestry
American
4.6% (42)
Top 9 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
348
Family Households
244
70.1%
Married Couples
142
40.8%
Non-Family Households
104
29.9%
Single Mother Households
91
26.1%
Single Father Households
11
3.2%
Living Alone
104
29.9%
Children Under 18
Total Children
260
In Married Couple
141
54.2%
With Single Mother
119
45.8%
With Single Father
0
0.0%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$30,804
Single Mother Income
$22,802
Avg Family Size
2.6
Avg Non-Family Size
2.5
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
11
Grandparents Responsible
11
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$26,250
-64% vs national
Per Capita Income
$15,716
-58% vs national
Poverty Rate
40.9%
+201% vs national
Gini Index
0.4724
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
16.1%
+210% vs national
SNAP Recipients
30.5%
of households
How Laurel Hill Compares
Laurel Hill vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Laurel Hill is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Laurel Hill, NC has a median household income of $26,250, making it the 27,635th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Laurel Hill has a higher median household income than 2% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Laurel Hill, NC has a per capita income of $15,716, making it the 27,354th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Laurel Hill has a higher per capita income than 3% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Laurel Hill, NC has a poverty rate of 40.9%, making it the 1,325th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Laurel Hill has a higher poverty rate than 96% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Laurel Hill, NC has a unemployment rate of 16.1%, making it the 1,672nd highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Laurel Hill 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 Laurel Hill. The median household income here is $26,250.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
16.1%
+178% vs NC avg
Labor Force
347
Employed
291
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
5.2%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
25.0%
of adults 25+
Median Age
35.5
Work from Home
0.0%
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
68.3
100 = national avg
-31.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$30,058
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$71,046
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$755
per month
2 Bedroom
$925
per month
The median household income in Laurel Hill, NC is $26,250, which is 64.2% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $15,716. The poverty rate of 40.9% is higher than the NC state average of 16.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4724, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 16.1%, compared to the state average of 5.8%. The labor force is 347. 5.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 70.3% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 68.3, which is 31.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 86.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $30,058 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — October 2025
Median Sale Price
$120,750
Median List Price
N/A
Price Per Sq Ft
$108
Days on Market
44
Active Inventory
N/A
Zillow Home Value
$95,439
ZHVI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
0.0%
Sale-to-List Ratio
93.8%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
2
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$108
Laurel Hill vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Laurel Hill is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Laurel Hill, NC has a median home value of $90,500, making it the 23,479th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Laurel Hill has a higher median home value than 16% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Laurel Hill, NC has a median rent of $1,066, making it the 8,788th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Laurel Hill has a higher median rent than 61% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Laurel Hill, NC has a price per square foot of $108, making it the 16,499th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Laurel Hill has a higher price per square foot than 20% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Laurel Hill, NC has a rent burden of 48.7%, making it the 91st highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Laurel Hill has a higher rent burden than 100% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$90,500
Median Rent
$1,066
Total Housing Units
495
Vacancy Rate
29.7%
Owner Occupied
58.0%
Renter Occupied
42.0%
Median Property Tax
$827
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$525
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$827
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.91%
of home value
Median Home Value
$90,500
Estimated Mean Tax
$775
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($827) by the median home value ($90,500). In Laurel Hill, NC, this works out to an effective rate of 0.91%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Laurel Hill, NC is $120,750 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 44 days on the market. 0.0% of homes sold above asking price. The median price per square foot is $108. The median rent is $1,066 per month (Census ACS). About 58.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1980. There are 495 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $827. The effective tax rate is 0.91%, below the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for Laurel Hill. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
63.6
Relatively Low
Expected Annual Loss
48.1
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
97.5
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
25.2
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
$11.9M
Individual Assistance
$4.1M
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 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ian → | Hurricane | Oct 2022 | $54K | — |
| Hurricane Isaias → | Hurricane | Aug 2020 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $20K | $1.2M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Sep 2019 | — | — |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | $10.6M | $2.3M |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | — | — |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | $1.1M | $105K |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | — | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Frances → | Hurricane | Sep 2004 | — | $127K |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Storm | Jan 2000 | $13K | — |
| Hurricane Floyd Major Disaster Declarati… → | Hurricane | Sep 1999 | $84K | — |
| Hurricane Floyd Emergency Declarations → | Hurricane | Sep 1999 | — | — |
| Hurricane Fran → | Hurricane | Sep 1996 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Tornadoes → | Tornado | Mar 1984 | — | — |
| Hurricane Florence → | Unknown | — | — | $223K |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Unknown | — | — | $103K |
Showing 20 of 25 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
20
Total Claims Paid
$560,118
Avg Claim Payout
$28,006
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
3
Federal Funding
$107,125
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.00
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 3 | $107,125 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Laurel Hill has a relatively low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are hurricane, wildfire, earthquake. The area has had 18 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (12 declarations). 20 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $11,891,131 in public assistance recovery funding. $4,086,599 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 3 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
44.9%
8.8pp above the national average
Depression Rate
25.5%
2.0pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
20.4%
8.5pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
12.2%
1.6pp 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
44.5%
Arthritis
38.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
27.2%
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
18.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
25.5%
Loneliness
33.6%
Lack of Support
23.6%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
45.3%
Mobility
25.8%
Cognitive
19.2%
Hearing
12.0%
Vision
9.6%
Self-Care
7.8%
Independent Living
13.3%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Laurel Hill has an obesity rate of 44.9%, which is 8.8pp above the national average. The depression rate is 25.5%, 2.0pp above the national average. About 12.2% of adults lack health insurance. 83.0% 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
3.4 / 5
Nearest Hospital
5.9 mi
Scotland Memorial Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scotland Memorial Hospital | 5.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Mcleod Health Cheraw | 23.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Cape Fear Valley Hoke Hospital | 23.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Firsthealth Moore Regional Hospital | 26.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Mcleod Medical Center - Dillon | 28.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
70.3%
-11% vs national
Work From Home
0.0%
-100% vs national
Carpool
28.0%
Walk
1.8%
How Laurel Hill's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Commute data for Laurel Hill, NC covers travel times and transportation modes. 70.3% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 28.0% of workers carpool. 1.8% walk to work.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
92.8%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
79.6%
of households
No Internet
7.2%
of households
Total Households
348
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
95.4%
of households
Smartphone
91.4%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
77.6%
of households
Tablet
53.5%
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).
Laurel Hill 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
92.8% of households in Laurel Hill have broadband internet access. 79.6% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 8.6% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 7.2% of households have no internet access. 11.5% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Laurel Hill is located in Scotland County, NC. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Laurel Hill.
Election Overview
Source: Scotland County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
6,754
46.2%
GOP Votes
7,767
53.1%
Total Votes
14,613
Margin
R+6.9%
Shift from 2020
R+5.0pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 6,754 | 7,767 | 14,613 | 46.2% | 53.1% | R+6.9 |
| 2020 | 7,186 | 7,473 | 14,775 | 48.6% | 50.6% | R+1.9 |
| 2016 | 7,279 | 6,212 | 13,743 | 53.0% | 45.2% | D+7.8 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Scotland County recorded 14,613 total votes. Republicans won the county with 53.1% of the vote compared to 46.2% for Democrats, a margin of R+6.9%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+5.0pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Scotland County has shifted 14.7 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
20
Total Assets
$3.0M
Total Income
$1.5M
Per 10K Residents
218.3
nonprofits
+85.1% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
1
Median Assets
$309K
Oldest Active
1964
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 Laurel Hill
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF| Organization | Category | Assets | Income | Est. | IRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MORGAN FOUNDATION INC | — | $1.6M | $371K | 1992 | |
| THE Z V PATE FOUNDATION INC | — | $844K | $402K | 1986 | |
| MONROE CAMP AND RETREAT CENTER INC | Recreation & Sports | $309K | $596K | 2012 | |
| LAUREL HILL FIRE DEPARTMENT INC | — | $286K | $147K | 1978 | |
| REACHING CHILDREN FOR CHRIST IN HONDURAS | Human Services | $2K | — | 2012 |
Laurel Hill, NC has 20 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $3.0M. The most common category is Human Services, with 3 organizations. 1 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 218.3 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1964.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
10
Total Approved
$6.2M
Jobs Supported
37
Per 10K Residents
109.2
SBA loans
-38.6% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
5
Top Lender
First Financial Bank
5 loans
Top Industry
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing
Data Span
2003–2022
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
10
Total Amount
$6.2M
Avg Loan
$622,850
Median Loan
$272,000
SBA Guaranteed
$4.6M(74%)
Jobs Supported
37
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
1
10% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$1.9M
31% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$1,932,500
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sandar Farm Llc | 1 | $1.9M |
| Curtis and Monika Robinson | 1 | $1.4M |
| Hoang Family Farm Llc | 1 | $1.2M |
| Nguyen Poultry | 1 | $901K |
| Bubba & Monika Robinson Farms Llc | 1 | $348K |
| Robinson Poultry | 1 | $196K |
| Express Medical Center Inc | 2 | $161K |
| Rwc Enterprises Inc. | 1 | $35K |
| M & L Asset Management Llc | 1 | $10K |
Laurel Hill, NC has received 10 SBA loans totaling $6.2M in approved funding between 2003 and 2022. The 7(a) program accounts for 10 loans (100% of the total), supporting 37 jobs. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing. The most active SBA lender in Laurel Hill is First Financial Bank with 5 loans. That works out to 109.2 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
6
Total Population
47,981
Avg Median Income
$39,806
Avg Home Value
$85,133
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28343 | 1,795 | $35,000 | $57,100 | $766 | 15.5 |
| 28345 | 12,224 | $38,472 | $95,700 | $652 | 71.1 |
| 28351 | 4,792 | $46,218 | $92,100 | $818 | 58.8 |
| 28352 | 24,177 | $41,635 | $112,300 | $771 | 125.2 |
| 28363 | 1,001 | $44,362 | $99,000 | $734 | 74.4 |
| 29570 | 3,992 | $33,150 | $54,600 | $573 | 48.3 |
Laurel Hill, NC has 6 ZIP codes with a combined population of 47,981. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $39,806. The average median home value is $85,133. The average median monthly rent is $719.
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