Lexington, NC — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Davidson County · North Carolina
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Lexington based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
19,691
2023 ACS
Median Income
$41,775
2023
Median Home Value
$158,100
2023
Median Rent
$882
2023
Median Age
35.9
Unemployment
5.9%
Cost of Living Index
79.8
100 = national avg
Lexington is a city in Davidson County, North Carolina, with a population of 19,691 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Lexington is one of the communities in North Carolina.
The median household income in Lexington is $41,775, and the median home value is $158,100. The cost of living index is 79.8 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $882 per month. The unemployment rate is 5.9%, and the median age is 35.9 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
19,691
Male
9,300
47.2%
Female
10,391
52.8%
Median Age
35.9
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
8.9%
High School or Higher
30.3%
Foreign Born
12.8%
Veterans
5.7%
Married
32.6%
Avg Household Size
2.5
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.634
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
47.5%
Foreign Born
12.8%
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
20.8%
4,100 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
79.2%
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)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
18,361
English Only
77.8%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
3,511 speakers
Limited English
8.8%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
91.2%
Limited English Proficiency
8.8%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
1,123
5.7% of population
Disability Rate
24.6%
276 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$36,993
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,040
92.6%
Female Veterans
83
7.4%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$36,993
Non-Veteran Income
$24,813
Difference
$12,180
49.1% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
276
Without Disability
847
Disability Rate
24.6%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
6,754
#1 Ancestry
German
7.5% (1,475)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
6.0% (1,173)
#3 Ancestry
English
4.2% (824)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
7,530
Family Households
4,757
63.2%
Married Couples
2,456
32.6%
Non-Family Households
2,773
36.8%
Single Mother Households
1,598
21.2%
Single Father Households
703
9.3%
Living Alone
2,250
29.9%
Children Under 18
Total Children
4,269
In Married Couple
1,873
43.9%
With Single Mother
1,677
39.3%
With Single Father
719
16.8%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$44,097
Married Couple Income
$63,200
Single Mother Income
$32,854
Single Father Income
$37,005
Avg Family Size
2.5
Avg Non-Family Size
2.4
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
472
Grandparents Responsible
275
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$41,775
-43% vs national
Per Capita Income
$22,250
-40% vs national
Poverty Rate
25.4%
+87% vs national
Gini Index
0.4380
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
5.9%
+14% vs national
SNAP Recipients
28.0%
of households
How Lexington Compares
Lexington vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. Lexington is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Lexington, NC has a median household income of $41,775, making it the 24,650th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Lexington has a higher median household income than 12% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Lexington, NC has a per capita income of $22,250, making it the 24,639th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Lexington has a higher per capita income than 12% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Lexington, NC has a poverty rate of 25.4%, making it the 4,542nd highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Lexington has a higher poverty rate than 85% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Lexington, NC has a unemployment rate of 5.9%, making it the 9,378th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Lexington has a higher unemployment rate than 70% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Lexington. The median household income here is $41,775.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
5.9%
+2% vs NC avg
Labor Force
8,547
Employed
7,977
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
8.9%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
30.3%
of adults 25+
Median Age
35.9
Work from Home
8.0%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Winston-Salem, NC metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$99.1K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
79.8
100 = national avg
-20.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$35,134
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$83,043
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$876
per month
2 Bedroom
$960
per month
The median household income in Lexington, NC is $41,775, which is 42.9% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $22,250. The poverty rate of 25.4% is higher than the NC state average of 16.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4380, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 5.9%, compared to the state average of 5.8%. The labor force is 8,547. 8.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 72.4% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 79.8, which is 20.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 89.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $35,134 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$225,000
Median List Price
$255,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$132
Days on Market
75
Active Inventory
90
Months of Supply
3.2
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$263,315
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,477
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
7.1%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
14.6%
Sale-to-List Ratio
95.5%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
28
New Listings
31
Pending Sales
41
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$132
Median List $/SF
$166
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Lexington, NC? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Winston-Salem, NC metro area, home prices have risen 326.5% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 111.6%. The 10-year growth rate is 112.0%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 64.9%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 12.4%. 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 Winston-Salem, NC housing market rather than Lexington alone.
Metro area: Winston-Salem, NC
Lexington vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. Lexington is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Lexington, NC has a median home value of $158,100, making it the 15,836th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Lexington has a higher median home value than 43% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Lexington, NC has a median rent of $882, making it the 12,967th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Lexington has a higher median rent than 42% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Lexington, NC has a price per square foot of $132, making it the 14,351st highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Lexington has a higher price per square foot than 31% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Lexington, NC has a rent burden of 25.3%, making it the 3,210th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Lexington has a higher rent burden than 85% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$158,100
Median Rent
$882
Total Housing Units
8,973
Vacancy Rate
16.1%
Owner Occupied
41.2%
Renter Occupied
58.8%
Median Property Tax
$1,390
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$626
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$1,390
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.88%
of home value
Median Home Value
$158,100
Estimated Mean Tax
$1,609
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($1,390) by the median home value ($158,100). In Lexington, NC, this works out to an effective rate of 0.88%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Lexington, NC is $225,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 75 days on the market. 7.1% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 3.2 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $132. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,477/month. About 41.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1970. There are 8,973 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $1,390. The effective tax rate is 0.88%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
4.37
per 1,000 residents
+68% vs national
Property Crime Rate
30.20
per 1,000 residents
+76% vs national
Total Crimes
688
2024
Violent Clearance
61%
cases solved
Property Clearance
53%
cases solved
YoY Change
-10.1%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2022
How Lexington Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Lexington vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. Lexington 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)Lexington police solve 100% of murder cases but only 0% of rape 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 | 3 | 0.15 | 100.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 8 | 0.40 | 0.0% |
| Robbery | Violent | 17 | 0.85 | 41.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 59 | 2.96 | 72.9% |
| Burglary | Property | 128 | 6.43 | 48.4% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 408 | 20.50 | 59.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 65 | 3.27 | 15.4% |
Lexington, NC reported 87 violent crimes and 601 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 4.37 per 1,000 residents is 68.2% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 61% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 408 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 22.0% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 87 | 601 | 4.37 | 30.20 |
| 2022 | 95 | 615 | 4.86 | 31.47 |
| 2021 | 103 | 595 | 5.38 | 31.05 |
| 2020 | 106 | 594 | 5.60 | 31.37 |
| 2019 | 121 | 812 | 6.40 | 42.92 |
| 2018 | 120 | 489 | 6.40 | 26.07 |
| 2017 | 92 | 418 | 4.81 | 21.84 |
| 2016 | 63 | 598 | 3.25 | 30.81 |
| 2015 | 78 | 625 | 4.03 | 32.32 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
87.2
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
86.9
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
42.4
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
37.1
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
28
Public Assistance
$4.3M
Individual Assistance
$731K
Most Common Type
Hurricane
14 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 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Eta → | Severe Storm | Mar 2021 | — | — |
| Hurricane Isaias → | Hurricane | Aug 2020 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $68K | $618K |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Sep 2019 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Michael → | Hurricane | Jan 2019 | $720K | — |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | $328K | — |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | — | — |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Mar 2014 | $1.4M | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ivan → | Hurricane | Sep 2004 | — | — |
| Hurricane Isabel → | Hurricane | Sep 2003 | — | $112K |
| Severe Ice Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Dec 2002 | $1.7M | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Storm | Jan 2000 | $34K | — |
| Hurricane Floyd Major Disaster Declarati… → | Hurricane | Sep 1999 | $12K | — |
| Hurricane Floyd Emergency Declarations → | Hurricane | Sep 1999 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 29 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
103
Total Claims Paid
$1,706,577
Avg Claim Payout
$16,569
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
2
Federal Funding
$10,500
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.00
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 1 | $10,500 |
| 800.1: Miscellaneous | 1 | $0 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Lexington has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are ice storm, tornado, cold wave. The area has had 28 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (14 declarations). 103 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $4,285,034 in public assistance recovery funding. $730,530 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 2 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
41.1%
5.0pp above the national average
Depression Rate
25.2%
1.7pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
15.9%
4.0pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
16.4%
5.8pp 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
36.6%
Arthritis
30.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
22.5%
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
19.6%
14+ days in past month
Depression
25.2%
Loneliness
34.4%
Lack of Support
26.5%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
40.3%
Mobility
20.1%
Cognitive
20.0%
Hearing
8.6%
Vision
8.8%
Self-Care
6.5%
Independent Living
12.3%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Lexington has an obesity rate of 41.1%, which is 5.0pp above the national average. The depression rate is 25.2%, 1.7pp above the national average. About 16.4% of adults lack health insurance. 79.3% 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
3.4 / 5
Nearest Hospital
10.7 mi
Novant Health Thomasville Medi...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Novant Health Thomasville Medical Center | 10.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Novant Health Rowan Medical Center | 11.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| W.G. (Bill) Hefner Salisbury Va Medical Center (Salsbury) | 11.8 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 4/5 | Yes |
| Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center | 18.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Novant Health Medical Park Hospital | 18.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | — |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Pop. Served
19,595
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| LEXINGTON, CITY OF | 19,595 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
3
Total CO₂e
102.7K MT
Top Emitter
OWENS-BROCKWAY GLASS CONTAINER INC. - PLANT 06
67.6K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (10,000 - 25,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
OWENS-BROCKWAY GLASS CONTAINER INC. - PLANT 06 O-I Glass Inc | Minerals | 67,571 |
Electric Glass Fiber America, LLC Nippon Electric Glass America Inc | Minerals | 32,839 |
City of Lexington City Of Lexington North Carolina | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 2,286 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 1 water system serving the area. 3 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 102.7K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
72.4%
-8% vs national
Public Transit
0.5%
-44% vs national
Work From Home
8.0%
-14% vs national
Carpool
15.8%
Walk
2.7%
How Lexington's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
2
2023
6-Year Avg
3
fatalities/yr
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Lexington, NC covers travel times and transportation modes. 72.4% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 8.0% work from home, which is below the NC state average of 9.4%. 15.8% of workers carpool. 2.7% walk to work. In 2023, there were 2 traffic fatalities from 2 fatal crashes.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
83.3%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
71.7%
of households
No Internet
13.1%
of households
Total Households
7,530
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
91.8%
of households
Smartphone
87.3%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
68.8%
of households
Tablet
52.4%
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).
Lexington 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
1
Population Served
19,595
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LEXINGTON, CITY OF | Community | Surface water | 19,595 | 0 |
83.3% of households in Lexington have broadband internet access. 71.7% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 9.4% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 13.1% of households have no internet access. 17.6% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 1 water system, providing water to 19,595 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Lexington is located in Davidson County, NC. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Lexington.
Election Overview
Source: Davidson County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
24,150
25.9%
GOP Votes
67,959
73.0%
Total Votes
93,091
Margin
R+47.1%
Shift from 2020
D+0.4pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 24,150 | 67,959 | 93,091 | 25.9% | 73.0% | R+47.1 |
| 2020 | 22,636 | 64,658 | 88,514 | 25.6% | 73.0% | R+47.5 |
| 2016 | 17,328 | 52,870 | 72,013 | 24.1% | 73.4% | R+49.4 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Davidson County recorded 93,091 total votes. Republicans won the county with 73.0% of the vote compared to 25.9% for Democrats, a margin of R+47.1%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted D+0.4pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Davidson County has shifted 2.3 percentage points toward Democrats.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
248
Total Assets
$468.8M
Total Income
$277.4M
Per 10K Residents
125.9
nonprofits
-3.5% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
29
Median Assets
$464K
Oldest Active
1949
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $418.5M of $468.8M 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 Lexington
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFLexington, NC has 248 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $468.8M. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 45 organizations. 29 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 125.9 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1949.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
135
Total Approved
$85.5M
Jobs Supported
1,246
Per 10K Residents
68.6
SBA loans
-37.6% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
52
Top Lender
Wells Fargo Bank National Association
13 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1994–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
122
Total Amount
$75.3M
Avg Loan
$617,580
Median Loan
$138,150
SBA Guaranteed
$56.6M(75%)
Jobs Supported
1,130
Loans
13
Total Amount
$10.2M
Avg Loan
$780,923
Median Loan
$647,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
35
26% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$36.6M
43% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$1,046,089
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Amity Healthcare Group Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Abatemaster Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Mccubbins Real Estate Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Mountain Maker Holdings Llc | 1 | $4.5M |
| Ics Hospitality Llc | 1 | $4.4M |
| Dadn Inc | 1 | $4.3M |
| Lexington Hospitality Llc | 1 | $3.9M |
| Sts Operations Holdings Llc | 2 | $3.9M |
| Carolina Drawers Inc. | 2 | $3.2M |
| Jdg Realty 1620 Llc | 1 | $2.6M |
Lexington, NC has received 135 SBA loans totaling $85.5M in approved funding between 1994 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 122 loans (90% of the total), supporting 1,130 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 13 loans totaling $10.2M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Lexington is Wells Fargo Bank National Association with 13 loans. That works out to 68.6 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
5
Total Population
84,412
Avg Median Income
-$266,627,597
Avg Home Value
-$266,549,626
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27292 | 40,369 | $54,468 | $193,300 | $831 | 144.0 |
| 27295 | 38,521 | $65,446 | $191,900 | $866 | 127.6 |
| 27299 | 5,144 | $75,433 | $200,000 | $951 | 27.5 |
| 27351 | 143 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.2 |
| 27374 | 235 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.6 |
Lexington, NC has 5 ZIP codes with a combined population of 84,412. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$266,627,597. The average median home value is -$266,549,626. The average median monthly rent is -$266,666,137.
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