Sanford, NC — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Lee County · North Carolina
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Sanford based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
30,833
2023 ACS
Median Income
$54,294
2023
Median Home Value
$222,000
2023
Median Rent
$965
2023
Median Age
34.9
Unemployment
4.0%
Cost of Living Index
97.2
100 = national avg
Sanford is a city in Lee County, North Carolina, with a population of 30,833 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Sanford is one of the communities in North Carolina.
The median household income in Sanford is $54,294, and the median home value is $222,000. The cost of living index is 97.2 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $965 per month. The unemployment rate is 4.0%, and the median age is 34.9 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
30,833
Male
15,323
49.7%
Female
15,510
50.3%
Median Age
34.9
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
14.1%
High School or Higher
29.0%
Foreign Born
14.5%
Veterans
4.4%
Married
36.5%
Avg Household Size
2.7
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.546
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
52.5%
Foreign Born
14.5%
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
30.9%
9,527 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
69.1%
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+)
28,713
English Only
70.4%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
7,729 speakers
Limited English
14.2%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
85.8%
Limited English Proficiency
14.2%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
1,344
4.4% of population
Disability Rate
42.0%
564 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$56,811
Unemployment Rate
0.2%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,175
87.4%
Female Veterans
169
12.6%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$56,811
Non-Veteran Income
$32,003
Difference
$24,808
77.5% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
564
Without Disability
780
Disability Rate
42.0%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
11,474
#1 Ancestry
English
9.3% (2,865)
#2 Ancestry
German
7.4% (2,297)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
3.5% (1,069)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
11,237
Family Households
7,613
67.7%
Married Couples
4,982
44.3%
Non-Family Households
3,624
32.3%
Single Mother Households
2,273
20.2%
Single Father Households
358
3.2%
Living Alone
3,121
27.8%
Children Under 18
Total Children
7,814
In Married Couple
4,490
57.5%
With Single Mother
2,979
38.1%
With Single Father
345
4.4%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$63,251
Married Couple Income
$78,926
Single Mother Income
$31,969
Single Father Income
$62,892
Avg Family Size
2.7
Avg Non-Family Size
2.6
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
469
Grandparents Responsible
153
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$54,294
-26% vs national
Per Capita Income
$28,775
-23% vs national
Poverty Rate
20.3%
+49% vs national
Gini Index
0.4650
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
4.0%
-22% vs national
SNAP Recipients
20.5%
of households
How Sanford Compares
Sanford vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Sanford is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Sanford, NC has a median household income of $54,294, making it the 19,229th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Sanford has a higher median household income than 32% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Sanford, NC has a per capita income of $28,775, making it the 18,614th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Sanford has a higher per capita income than 34% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Sanford, NC has a poverty rate of 20.3%, making it the 7,034th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Sanford has a higher poverty rate than 77% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Sanford, NC has a unemployment rate of 4.0%, making it the 14,418th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Sanford has a higher unemployment rate than 54% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Sanford. The median household income here is $54,294.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
4.0%
-30% vs NC avg
Labor Force
14,544
Employed
13,912
Mean Commute
22 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
14.1%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
29.0%
of adults 25+
Median Age
34.9
Work from Home
5.7%
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
97.2
100 = national avg
-2.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,784
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$101,125
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$880
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,136
per month
The median household income in Sanford, NC is $54,294, which is 25.9% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $28,775. The poverty rate of 20.3% is higher than the NC state average of 16.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4650, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 4.0%, compared to the state average of 5.8%. The labor force is 14,544. 14.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 22 minutes, with 5.7% working from home. About 78.2% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 97.2, which is 2.8% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 109.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,784 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$298,000
Median List Price
$342,250
Price Per Sq Ft
$166
Days on Market
87
Active Inventory
180
Months of Supply
5.1
Balanced market
Zillow Home Value
$285,696
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,746
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
11.4%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
19.5%
Sale-to-List Ratio
97.5%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
35
New Listings
44
Pending Sales
41
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$166
Median List $/SF
$177
Sanford vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Sanford is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Sanford, NC has a median home value of $222,000, making it the 10,783rd highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Sanford has a higher median home value than 61% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Sanford, NC has a median rent of $965, making it the 10,735th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Sanford has a higher median rent than 52% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Sanford, NC has a price per square foot of $166, making it the 10,998th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Sanford has a higher price per square foot than 47% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Sanford, NC has a rent burden of 21.3%, making it the 7,041st highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Sanford has a higher rent burden than 68% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$222,000
Median Rent
$965
Total Housing Units
12,364
Vacancy Rate
9.1%
Owner Occupied
52.0%
Renter Occupied
48.0%
Median Property Tax
$2,248
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,098
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$2,248
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.01%
of home value
Median Home Value
$222,000
Estimated Mean Tax
$2,452
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($2,248) by the median home value ($222,000). In Sanford, NC, this works out to an effective rate of 1.01%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Sanford, NC is $298,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 87 days on the market. 11.4% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 5.1 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $166. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,746/month. About 52.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1986. There are 12,364 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $2,248. The effective tax rate is 1.01%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2022)Violent Crime Rate
2.22
per 1,000 residents
-21% vs national
Property Crime Rate
24.42
per 1,000 residents
+30% vs national
Total Crimes
828
2022
Violent Clearance
41%
cases solved
Property Clearance
14%
cases solved
YoY Change
+2.9%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2021
How Sanford Compares
Source: FBI (2022)Sanford vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2022)Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Sanford 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 (2022)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2022)Sanford police solve 75% of murder cases but only 13% of larceny/theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2022)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2022)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 4 | 0.13 | 75.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 2 | 0.06 | 50.0% |
| Robbery | Violent | 15 | 0.48 | 20.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 48 | 1.54 | 43.8% |
| Burglary | Property | 82 | 2.64 | 22.0% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 636 | 20.46 | 13.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 41 | 1.32 | 17.1% |
Sanford, NC reported 69 violent crimes and 759 property crimes in 2022. The violent crime rate of 2.22 per 1,000 residents is 20.7% below the national average of 2.80 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 41% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 636 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 47.9% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 69 | 759 | 2.22 | 24.42 |
| 2021 | 66 | 758 | 2.16 | 24.79 |
| 2020 | 65 | 922 | 2.15 | 30.43 |
| 2018 | 66 | 782 | 2.24 | 26.52 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
67.5
Relatively Low
Expected Annual Loss
60.8
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
73.3
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
31.7
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
23
Public Assistance
$10.0M
Individual Assistance
$1.9M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
11 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Winter Storm → | Winter Storm | Jan 2026 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Helene → | Tropical Storm | Sep 2024 | — | $139K |
| Hurricane Helene → | Tropical Storm | Sep 2024 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ian → | Hurricane | Oct 2022 | — | — |
| Hurricane Isaias → | Hurricane | Aug 2020 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $195K | $465K |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Sep 2019 | — | — |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | $5.4M | $323K |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | — | — |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | $1.5M | $210K |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Apr 2011 | $1.7M | $763K |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Severe Ice Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Dec 2002 | $781K | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Storm | Jan 2000 | $272K | — |
| Hurricane Floyd Major Disaster Declarati… → | Hurricane | Sep 1999 | $93K | — |
| Hurricane Floyd Emergency Declarations → | Hurricane | Sep 1999 | — | — |
| Hurricane Fran → | Hurricane | Sep 1996 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 24 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
63
Total Claims Paid
$1,057,139
Avg Claim Payout
$16,780
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
7
Federal Funding
$893,721
Properties Protected
21
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
13.94
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 2 | $848,228 |
| 602.1: Other Equipment Purchase and Installation | 2 | $5,743 |
| 400.1: Utility Protective Measures (Electric, Gas, etc.) | 1 | $3,750 |
| 401.1: Water and Sanitary Sewer System Protective Measures | 1 | $36,000 |
| 601.1: Generators | 1 | $0 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Sanford has a relatively low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are hurricane, tornado, ice storm. The area has had 23 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (11 declarations). 63 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $10,003,839 in public assistance recovery funding. $1,901,550 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 7 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
39.7%
3.6pp above the national average
Depression Rate
24.5%
1.0pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.1%
2.2pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
17.8%
7.2pp 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
36.0%
Arthritis
26.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.7%
Teeth Lost (65+)
21.3%
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
18.7%
14+ days in past month
Depression
24.5%
Loneliness
35.9%
Lack of Support
26.1%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
37.4%
Mobility
17.2%
Cognitive
18.6%
Hearing
7.4%
Vision
8.0%
Self-Care
5.6%
Independent Living
10.8%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Sanford has an obesity rate of 39.7%, which is 3.6pp above the national average. The depression rate is 24.5%, 1.0pp above the national average. About 17.8% of adults lack health insurance. 78.7% 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
3.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.5 mi
Central Carolina Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Carolina Hospital | 1.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
| Chatham Hospital Inc | 21.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Firsthealth Moore Regional Hospital | 26.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Wakemed, Cary Hospital | 27.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
| Good Hope Hospital, Inc | 27.9 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
12
Pop. Served
82,697
Violations (5yr)
8
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| SANFORD, CITY OF | 48,350 | 2 |
| CHATHAM CO-NORTH | 23,088 | 1 |
| PITTSBORO, TOWN OF | 6,060 | 1 |
| CHATHAM CO-SW CHATHAM | 2,470 | 1 |
| CHATHAM CO-ASBURY | 1,540 | 1 |
| PINE VILLAGE MHC LLC | 411 | 1 |
| SKYLINE ESTATES MH S/D | 170 | 1 |
| FARM WATER WORKS | 167 | 0 |
| UNIVERSITY MOBILE ESTATES #2 | 148 | 0 |
| EASY BREEZE MANUFACTURED HOME PARK | 108 | 0 |
| CHATHAM PINES LLC | 98 | 0 |
| OAK VILLAGE MOBILE HOME PARK WS | 87 | 0 |
There are 12 water systems serving the area. 8 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
22 min
-7% vs national
Drive Alone
78.2%
-1% vs national
Work From Home
5.7%
-39% vs national
Carpool
13.8%
Walk
1.3%
How Sanford'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
4
fatalities/yr
Nighttime
2
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2021 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2019 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Sanford, NC is 22 minutes, which is 7.3% below the national average of 23 minutes. 78.2% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 5.7% work from home, which is below the NC state average of 9.4%. 13.8% of workers carpool. 1.3% walk to work. In 2023, there were 2 traffic fatalities from 2 fatal crashes.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
72.2%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
62.6%
of households
No Internet
9.9%
of households
Total Households
11,237
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
93.4%
of households
Smartphone
89.1%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
69.0%
of households
Tablet
55.0%
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).
Sanford 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
12
Population Served
82,697
Violations (5yr)
8
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SANFORD, CITY OF | Community | Surface water | 48,350 | 2 |
| CHATHAM CO-NORTH | Community | Surface water | 23,088 | 1 |
| PITTSBORO, TOWN OF | Community | Surface water | 6,060 | 1 |
| CHATHAM CO-SW CHATHAM | Community | Purchased surface water | 2,470 | 1 |
| CHATHAM CO-ASBURY | Community | Purchased surface water | 1,540 | 1 |
| PINE VILLAGE MHC LLC | Community | Ground water | 411 | 1 |
| SKYLINE ESTATES MH S/D | Community | Purchased surface water | 170 | 1 |
| FARM WATER WORKS | Community | Ground water | 167 | 0 |
| UNIVERSITY MOBILE ESTATES #2 | Community | Ground water | 148 | 0 |
| EASY BREEZE MANUFACTURED HOME PARK | Community | Purchased surface water | 108 | 0 |
| CHATHAM PINES LLC | Community | Ground water | 98 | 0 |
| OAK VILLAGE MOBILE HOME PARK WS | Community | Ground water | 87 | 0 |
72.2% of households in Sanford have broadband internet access. 62.6% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 7.4% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 9.9% of households have no internet access. 18.3% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 12 water systems, providing water to 82,697 people. A total of 8 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Sanford is located in Lee County, NC. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Sanford.
Election Overview
Source: Lee County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
12,245
40.8%
GOP Votes
17,489
58.3%
Total Votes
30,007
Margin
R+17.5%
Shift from 2020
R+2.6pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 12,245 | 17,489 | 30,007 | 40.8% | 58.3% | R+17.5 |
| 2020 | 12,143 | 16,469 | 29,008 | 41.9% | 56.8% | R+14.9 |
| 2016 | 10,380 | 13,625 | 24,676 | 42.1% | 55.2% | R+13.1 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Lee County recorded 30,007 total votes. Republicans won the county with 58.3% of the vote compared to 40.8% for Democrats, a margin of R+17.5%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+2.6pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Lee County has shifted 4.3 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
326
Total Assets
$175.8M
Total Income
$103.9M
Per 10K Residents
105.7
nonprofits
+107.0% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
30
Median Assets
$210K
Oldest Active
1945
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $122.0M of $175.8M 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 25,000 - 50,000
Largest Nonprofits in Sanford
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFSanford, NC has 326 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $175.8M. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 65 organizations. 30 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 105.7 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1945.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
159
Total Approved
$81.8M
Jobs Supported
1,206
Per 10K Residents
51.6
SBA loans
-53.2% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
46
Top Lender
Wells Fargo Bank National Association
20 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
147
Total Amount
$77.0M
Avg Loan
$523,971
Median Loan
$322,000
SBA Guaranteed
$55.2M(72%)
Jobs Supported
1,116
Loans
12
Total Amount
$4.8M
Avg Loan
$396,167
Median Loan
$341,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
45
28% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$33.4M
41% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$741,502
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Best Sales and Support Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Jmc Tool & Machine | 1 | $5.0M |
| Ccl Investments Llc. | 2 | $3.5M |
| Hadur Manufacturing Llc | 1 | $3.4M |
| Sanford Bp Llc | 1 | $2.7M |
| Hallman Foundry Inc | 6 | $2.6M |
| Americangifts Inc. | 2 | $2.0M |
| Oborne Corporation | 1 | $1.9M |
| Violet Sanford Holdings Llc | 2 | $1.9M |
| Chunns Cove Assisted Living | 1 | $1.7M |
Sanford, NC has received 159 SBA loans totaling $81.8M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 147 loans (92% of the total), supporting 1,116 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 12 loans totaling $4.8M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Sanford is Wells Fargo Bank National Association with 20 loans. That works out to 51.6 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
6
Total Population
78,647
Avg Median Income
-$222,176,571
Avg Home Value
-$333,202,666
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27256 | 74 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1.1 |
| 27330 | 41,473 | $60,726 | $213,000 | $966 | 210.7 |
| 27332 | 34,378 | $73,075 | $224,000 | $1,086 | 107.1 |
| 27559 | 2,607 | $63,750 | $347,000 | $1,341 | 50.6 |
| 28355 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 28368 | 115 | $76,354 | N/A | N/A | 0.3 |
Sanford, NC has 6 ZIP codes with a combined population of 78,647. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$222,176,571. The average median home value is -$333,202,666. The average median monthly rent is -$333,332,767.
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