Leland, NC — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Brunswick County · North Carolina
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Leland based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
26,307
2023 ACS
Median Income
$88,576
2023
Median Home Value
$358,800
2023
Median Rent
$1,603
2023
Median Age
48.0
Unemployment
4.5%
Cost of Living Index
142.4
100 = national avg
Leland is a city in Brunswick County, North Carolina, with a population of 26,307 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Leland is one of the communities in North Carolina.
The median household income in Leland is $88,576, and the median home value is $358,800. The cost of living index is 142.4 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,603 per month. The unemployment rate is 4.5%, and the median age is 48.0 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
26,307
Male
12,898
49.0%
Female
13,409
51.0%
Median Age
48.0
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
30.5%
High School or Higher
48.9%
Foreign Born
4.8%
Veterans
10.7%
Married
49.9%
Avg Household Size
2.3
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.317
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
81.8%
Foreign Born
4.8%
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
5.2%
1,357 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
94.8%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
24,999
English Only
93.9%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
988 speakers
Limited English
2.7%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
97.3%
Limited English Proficiency
2.7%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
2,821
10.7% of population
Disability Rate
34.8%
982 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$62,212
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
2,661
94.3%
Female Veterans
160
5.7%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$62,212
Non-Veteran Income
$43,474
Difference
$18,738
43.1% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
982
Without Disability
1,839
Disability Rate
34.8%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
21,397
#1 Ancestry
English
16.7% (4,399)
#2 Ancestry
German
15.5% (4,065)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
14.3% (3,760)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
11,258
Family Households
7,745
68.8%
Married Couples
6,320
56.1%
Non-Family Households
3,513
31.2%
Single Mother Households
907
8.1%
Single Father Households
518
4.6%
Living Alone
2,672
23.7%
Children Under 18
Total Children
3,892
In Married Couple
2,835
72.8%
With Single Mother
975
25.1%
With Single Father
82
2.1%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$98,433
Married Couple Income
$110,281
Single Mother Income
$51,728
Single Father Income
$88,429
Avg Family Size
2.3
Avg Non-Family Size
2.4
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
456
Grandparents Responsible
296
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$88,576
+21% vs national
Per Capita Income
$47,577
+28% vs national
Poverty Rate
5.8%
-57% vs national
Gini Index
0.3969
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
4.5%
-14% vs national
SNAP Recipients
7.7%
of households
How Leland Compares
Leland vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Leland is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Leland, NC has a median household income of $88,576, making it the 6,781st highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Leland has a higher median household income than 76% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Leland, NC has a per capita income of $47,577, making it the 5,247th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Leland has a higher per capita income than 81% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Leland, NC has a poverty rate of 5.8%, making it the 22,632nd highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Leland has a higher poverty rate than 28% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Leland, NC has a unemployment rate of 4.5%, making it the 13,097th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Leland has a higher unemployment rate than 58% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Leland. The median household income here is $88,576.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
4.5%
-23% vs NC avg
Labor Force
12,739
Employed
12,170
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
30.5%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
48.9%
of adults 25+
Median Age
48.0
Work from Home
13.9%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Wilmington, NC metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$89.6K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
142.4
100 = national avg
+42.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$62,648
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$148,076
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,301
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,426
per month
The median household income in Leland, NC is $88,576, which is 21.0% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $47,577. The poverty rate of 5.8% is lower than the NC state average of 16.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.3969, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 4.5%, compared to the state average of 5.8%. The labor force is 12,739. 30.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 77.3% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 142.4, which is 42.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 172.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $62,648 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$375,749
Median List Price
$423,927
Price Per Sq Ft
$197
Days on Market
122
Active Inventory
337
Months of Supply
8.6
Buyer's market
Zillow Home Value
$373,271
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,779
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
7.7%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
16.8%
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.4%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
39
New Listings
104
Pending Sales
95
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$197
Median List $/SF
$214
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Leland, NC? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Wilmington, NC metro area, home prices have risen 552.5% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 118.6%. The 10-year growth rate is 132.2%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 70.7%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 10.3%. 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 Wilmington, NC housing market rather than Leland alone.
Metro area: Wilmington, NC
Leland vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Leland is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Leland, NC has a median home value of $358,800, making it the 5,402nd highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Leland has a higher median home value than 81% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Leland, NC has a median rent of $1,603, making it the 3,528th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Leland has a higher median rent than 84% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Leland, NC has a price per square foot of $197, making it the 8,300th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Leland has a higher price per square foot than 60% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Leland, NC has a rent burden of 21.7%, making it the 6,577th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Leland has a higher rent burden than 70% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$358,800
Median Rent
$1,603
Total Housing Units
11,995
Vacancy Rate
6.1%
Owner Occupied
81.5%
Renter Occupied
18.5%
Median Property Tax
$2,230
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,363
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$2,230
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.62%
of home value
Median Home Value
$358,800
Estimated Mean Tax
$2,371
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($2,230) by the median home value ($358,800). In Leland, NC, this works out to an effective rate of 0.62%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Leland, NC is $375,749 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 122 days on the market. 7.7% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 8.6 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $197. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,779/month. About 81.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 2008. There are 11,995 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $2,230. The effective tax rate is 0.62%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
0.96
per 1,000 residents
-63% vs national
Property Crime Rate
9.83
per 1,000 residents
-43% vs national
Total Crimes
358
2024
Violent Clearance
28%
cases solved
Property Clearance
11%
cases solved
YoY Change
+0.7%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How Leland Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Leland vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Leland 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)Leland police solve 41% of aggravated assault cases but only 7% of burglary 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 | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Rape | Violent | 11 | 0.33 | 9.1% |
| Robbery | Violent | 4 | 0.12 | 25.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 17 | 0.51 | 41.2% |
| Burglary | Property | 81 | 2.44 | 7.4% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 232 | 7.00 | 12.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 13 | 0.39 | 7.7% |
Leland, NC reported 32 violent crimes and 326 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 0.96 per 1,000 residents is 62.9% below the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 28% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 232 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 35.3% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 32 | 326 | 0.96 | 9.83 |
| 2023 | 30 | 160 | 0.96 | 5.11 |
| 2021 | 28 | 242 | 1.03 | 8.87 |
| 2019 | 28 | 254 | 1.20 | 10.87 |
| 2018 | 30 | 320 | 1.43 | 15.23 |
| 2017 | 19 | 349 | 0.96 | 17.64 |
| 2016 | 26 | 427 | 1.38 | 22.66 |
| 2015 | 21 | 288 | 1.17 | 16.11 |
School Shootings
Source: The Washington PostTotal Incidents
1
Total Killed
0
Total Injured
1
| Date | School | Killed | Injured | Type | Weapon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 13, 2020 | Lincoln Elementary School | 0 | 1 | accidental | nan |
Data from The Washington Post, licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
95.8
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
94.2
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
75.3
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
74.8
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
34
Public Assistance
$125.6M
Individual Assistance
$14.5M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
25 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Winter Storm → | Winter Storm | Jan 2026 | — | — |
| Sunset Drive Fire → | Fire | May 2025 | — | — |
| Potential Tropical Cyclone Eight → | Tropical Storm | Oct 2024 | $5.7M | — |
| Tropical Storm Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | $285K | — |
| Hurricane Ian → | Hurricane | Oct 2022 | $163K | — |
| Hurricane Isaias → | Hurricane | Oct 2020 | $9.9M | — |
| Hurricane Isaias → | Hurricane | Aug 2020 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $845K | $2.8M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Oct 2019 | $7.5M | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Sep 2019 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Michael → | Hurricane | Jan 2019 | $4.1M | — |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | $59.4M | $9.3M |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | — | — |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | $25.1M | $101K |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | $2.8M | $125K |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, and Straight-li… → | Severe Storm | Oct 2010 | — | $221K |
| Hurricane Earl → | Hurricane | Sep 2010 | $3K | — |
Showing 20 of 36 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
9,878
Total Claims Paid
$99,235,276
Avg Claim Payout
$10,046
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
15
Federal Funding
$601,008
Properties Protected
5
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.39
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 3 | $21,000 |
| 205.8: Retrofitting Public Structures - Wind | 2 | $78,072 |
| Unknown | 1 | $7,500 |
| 403.4: Stormwater Management - Detention/Retention Basins | 1 | $103,716 |
| 403.2: Stormwater Management - Diversions | 1 | $0 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Leland has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are hurricane, wildfire, winter weather. The area has had 34 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (25 declarations). 9,878 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $125,626,116 in public assistance recovery funding. $14,476,352 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 15 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
32.2%
3.9pp below the national average
Depression Rate
23.8%
near the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.9%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
8.2%
2.4pp 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
40.2%
Arthritis
32.8%
Cancer (excl. skin)
11.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
9.2%
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
14.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
23.8%
Loneliness
28.5%
Lack of Support
18.8%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
30.5%
Mobility
13.7%
Cognitive
12.3%
Hearing
8.4%
Vision
4.3%
Self-Care
3.4%
Independent Living
7.0%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Leland has an obesity rate of 32.2%, which is 3.9pp below the national average. The depression rate is 23.8%, near the national average. About 8.2% of adults lack health insurance. 83.4% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
3
Avg CMS Rating
1.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
4.3 mi
Strategic Behavioral Center-Le...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strategic Behavioral Center-Leland | 4.3 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Wilmington Treatment Center | 6.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
| J Arthur Dosher Memorial Hospital | 17.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Pender Memorial Hospital | 24.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Columbus Regional Healthcare System | 37.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
3
Pop. Served
46,837
Violations (5yr)
2
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| BRUNSWICK REGIONAL WATER AND SEWER H2GO | 45,748 | 1 |
| FIGURE 8 ISLAND | 999 | 1 |
| CHADWICK MHP | 90 | 0 |
There are 3 water systems serving the area. 2 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
77.3%
-2% vs national
Work From Home
13.9%
+50% vs national
Carpool
7.5%
Walk
0.1%
How Leland's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
4
2023
6-Year Avg
2
fatalities/yr
Nighttime
2
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Leland, NC covers travel times and transportation modes. 77.3% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 13.9% work from home, which is above the NC state average of 9.4%. 7.5% of workers carpool. In 2023, there were 4 traffic fatalities from 3 fatal crashes.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
97.4%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
90.0%
of households
No Internet
1.4%
of households
Total Households
11,258
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
98.6%
of households
Smartphone
93.8%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
89.9%
of households
Tablet
70.9%
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 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.6¢
per kWh
-32% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.8¢
per kWh
-35% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$144
residential
-2% vs 25,000 - 50,000 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).
Leland vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). 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
3
Population Served
46,837
Violations (5yr)
2
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRUNSWICK REGIONAL WATER AND SEWER H2GO | Community | Ground water | 45,748 | 1 |
| FIGURE 8 ISLAND | Community | Ground water | 999 | 1 |
| CHADWICK MHP | Community | Ground water | 90 | 0 |
97.4% of households in Leland have broadband internet access. 90.0% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 6.6% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 1.4% of households have no internet access. The area is served by 3 water systems, providing water to 46,837 people. A total of 2 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Leland is located in Brunswick County, NC. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Leland.
Election Overview
Source: Brunswick County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
40,557
37.2%
GOP Votes
67,658
62.0%
Total Votes
109,049
Margin
R+24.8%
Shift from 2020
D+0.2pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 40,557 | 67,658 | 109,049 | 37.2% | 62.0% | R+24.8 |
| 2020 | 33,310 | 55,850 | 90,175 | 36.9% | 61.9% | R+25.0 |
| 2016 | 23,117 | 42,440 | 67,255 | 34.4% | 63.1% | R+28.7 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Brunswick County recorded 109,049 total votes. Republicans won the county with 62.0% of the vote compared to 37.2% for Democrats, a margin of R+24.8%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted D+0.2pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Brunswick County has shifted 3.9 percentage points toward Democrats.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
114
Total Assets
$61.4M
Total Income
$40.1M
Per 10K Residents
43.3
nonprofits
-6.1% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
4
Median Assets
$97K
Oldest Active
1963
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $60.7M of $61.4M 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 25,000 - 50,000
Largest Nonprofits in Leland
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFLeland, NC has 114 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $61.4M. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 16 organizations. 4 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 43.3 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1963.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
89
Total Approved
$54.4M
Jobs Supported
718
Per 10K Residents
33.8
SBA loans
-69.6% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
38
Top Lender
Truist Bank
11 loans
Top Industry
Health Care & Social Assistance
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
78
Total Amount
$45.1M
Avg Loan
$577,868
Median Loan
$167,500
SBA Guaranteed
$34.3M(76%)
Jobs Supported
589
Loans
11
Total Amount
$9.4M
Avg Loan
$850,364
Median Loan
$655,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
22
25% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$24.8M
46% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$1,125,705
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maat Holdings - Ploof Road Llc | 2 | $5.8M |
| Delaney Enterprises of Leland Llc | 1 | $4.4M |
| 7twenty6 Brewing Co | 2 | $4.3M |
| Ramar Transportation Inc. | 1 | $3.2M |
| Lanvale Animal Hospital | 1 | $2.7M |
| Carolina Shores Properties Llc | 1 | $2.2M |
| Jonathan S. Ludwig Dmd Pa | 1 | $2.1M |
| Cape Fear Boat Works Inc | 1 | $1.9M |
| Lkc Associates Inc. | 1 | $1.8M |
| Christopher Clark Dds and Assoc Pa | 2 | $1.8M |
Leland, NC has received 89 SBA loans totaling $54.4M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 78 loans (88% of the total), supporting 589 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 11 loans totaling $9.4M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Health Care & Social Assistance. The most active SBA lender in Leland is Truist Bank with 11 loans. That works out to 33.8 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
5
Total Population
155,797
Avg Median Income
$65,126
Avg Home Value
$311,320
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28401 | 21,820 | $52,159 | $263,000 | $1,183 | 31.0 |
| 28403 | 40,292 | $50,988 | $337,600 | $1,293 | 14.0 |
| 28412 | 42,452 | $67,396 | $342,600 | $1,326 | 22.3 |
| 28451 | 44,262 | $77,380 | $315,300 | $1,465 | 172.2 |
| 28479 | 6,971 | $77,708 | $298,100 | $1,336 | 92.7 |
Leland, NC has 5 ZIP codes with a combined population of 155,797. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $65,126. The average median home value is $311,320. The average median monthly rent is $1,321.
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