Stokes, NC — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Pitt County · North Carolina
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Stokes based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
198
2023 ACS
Median Income
$56,382
2023
Median Home Value
$233,500
2023
Median Rent
N/A
2023
Median Age
50.6
Unemployment
14.8%
Cost of Living Index
101.8
100 = national avg
Stokes is a city in Pitt County, North Carolina, with a population of 198 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Stokes is one of the communities in North Carolina.
The median household income in Stokes is $56,382, and the median home value is $233,500. The cost of living index is 101.8 (where 100 = national average). The unemployment rate is 14.8%, and the median age is 50.6 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
198
Male
94
47.5%
Female
104
52.5%
Median Age
50.6
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
7.1%
High School or Higher
46.5%
Foreign Born
0.0%
Veterans
7.1%
Married
42.4%
Avg Household Size
2.6
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.646
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
Black
42.9%
Foreign Born
0.0%
Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
198
English Only
100.0%
#1 Non-English Language
N/A
Limited English
0.0%
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
100.0%
Limited English Proficiency
0.0%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
14
7.1% of population
Disability Rate
0.0%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
14
100.0%
Disability Status
Without Disability
14
Disability Rate
0.0%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
48
#1 Ancestry
German
14.1% (28)
#2 Ancestry
English
5.1% (10)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
5.1% (10)
Top 3 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
77
Family Households
67
87.0%
Married Couples
44
57.1%
Non-Family Households
10
13.0%
Single Mother Households
23
29.9%
Single Father Households
0
0.0%
Living Alone
10
13.0%
Children Under 18
Total Children
31
In Married Couple
0
0.0%
With Single Mother
31
100.0%
With Single Father
0
0.0%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$56,528
Avg Family Size
2.6
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
0
Grandparents Responsible
0
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$56,382
-23% vs national
Per Capita Income
$21,685
-42% vs national
Poverty Rate
0.0%
-100% vs national
Gini Index
0.1163
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
14.8%
+184% vs national
SNAP Recipients
0.0%
of households
How Stokes Compares
Stokes vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Stokes is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Stokes, NC has a median household income of $56,382, making it the 18,245th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Stokes has a higher median household income than 35% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Stokes, NC has a per capita income of $21,685, making it the 25,003rd highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Stokes has a higher per capita income than 11% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Stokes, NC has a poverty rate of 0.0%, making it the 28,681st highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Stokes has a higher poverty rate than 8% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Stokes, NC has a unemployment rate of 14.8%, making it the 1,951st highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Stokes has a higher unemployment rate than 94% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Stokes. The median household income here is $56,382.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
14.8%
+154% vs NC avg
Labor Force
61
Employed
52
How People Get to Work
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
7.1%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
46.5%
of adults 25+
Median Age
50.6
Work from Home
39.1%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Greenville, NC metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$88.3K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
101.8
100 = national avg
+1.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$44,804
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$105,900
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$896
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,095
per month
The median household income in Stokes, NC is $56,382, which is 23.0% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $21,685. The poverty rate of 0.0% is lower than the NC state average of 16.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.1163, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 14.8%, compared to the state average of 5.8%. The labor force is 61. 7.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 60.9% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 101.8, which is 1.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 121.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $44,804 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotZillow — January 2026
Zillow Home Value Index
$220,718
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Stokes, NC? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Greenville, NC metro area, home prices have risen 257.7% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 83.9%. The 10-year growth rate is 85.9%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 54.6%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 9.3%. 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 Greenville, NC housing market rather than Stokes alone.
Metro area: Greenville, NC
Stokes vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Stokes is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Stokes, NC has a median home value of $233,500, making it the 10,094th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Stokes has a higher median home value than 64% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$233,500
Median Rent
N/A
Total Housing Units
86
Vacancy Rate
10.5%
Owner Occupied
100.0%
Renter Occupied
0.0%
Median Property Tax
$1,869
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,129
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$1,869
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.80%
of home value
Median Home Value
$233,500
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($1,869) by the median home value ($233,500). In Stokes, NC, this works out to an effective rate of 0.80%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The median home value in Stokes, NC is $233,500. According to Zillow, the home value index for Stokes is $220,718. About 100.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1991. There are 86 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $1,869. The effective tax rate is 0.80%, below the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for Stokes. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
89.8
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
89.0
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
42.2
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
77.9
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
$45.7M
Individual Assistance
$5.9M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
19 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Winter Storm → | Winter Storm | Jan 2026 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ian → | Hurricane | Oct 2022 | — | — |
| Hurricane Isaias → | Hurricane | Oct 2020 | $620K | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $370K | $3.2M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Oct 2019 | $397K | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Sep 2019 | — | — |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | $1.6M | $41K |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | — | — |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | $2.8M | $1.3M |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | $6.1M | $842K |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Apr 2011 | $145K | $15K |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, and Straight-li… → | Severe Storm | Oct 2010 | — | $25K |
| Hurricane Earl → | Hurricane | Sep 2010 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ophelia → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Hurricane Isabel → | Hurricane | Sep 2003 | $897K | $429K |
Showing 20 of 29 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
1,205
Total Claims Paid
$36,343,285
Avg Claim Payout
$30,160
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
19
Federal Funding
$18,760,898
Properties Protected
504
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.71
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 14 | $17,810,911 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 3 | $103,125 |
| 106.1: Other Non Construction (Regular Project Only) | 1 | $7,742 |
| 200.3: Acquisition of Public Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 1 | $839,120 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Stokes has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are winter weather, hurricane, tornado. The area has had 28 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (19 declarations). 1,205 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $45,711,774 in public assistance recovery funding. $5,888,571 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 19 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
39.2%
3.1pp above the national average
Depression Rate
26.8%
3.3pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
13.9%
2.0pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
11.2%
0.6pp 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
37.3%
Arthritis
30.1%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
23.6%
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
18.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
26.8%
Loneliness
34.2%
Lack of Support
23.1%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
37.4%
Mobility
17.4%
Cognitive
18.2%
Hearing
9.2%
Vision
6.7%
Self-Care
5.0%
Independent Living
10.5%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Stokes has an obesity rate of 39.2%, which is 3.1pp above the national average. The depression rate is 26.8%, 3.3pp above the national average. About 11.2% of adults lack health insurance. 78.9% 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
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
7.3 mi
Ecu Health Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ecu Health Medical Center | 7.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Walter B Jones Center Lakeside Psychiatric Hospita | 7.3 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Vidant Edgecombe Hospital | 19.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Ecu Health Bertie Hospital | 25.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
| Washington County Hosp Inc | 27.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Pop. Served
3,530
Violations (5yr)
5
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| STOKES REGIONAL WATER CORP | 3,530 | 5 |
There are 1 water system serving the area. 5 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
60.9%
-23% vs national
Work From Home
39.1%
+321% vs national
Carpool
0.0%
How Stokes's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Commute data for Stokes, NC covers travel times and transportation modes. 60.9% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 39.1% work from home, which is above the NC state average of 9.4%.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
100.0%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
100.0%
of households
No Internet
0.0%
of households
Total Households
77
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
100.0%
of households
Smartphone
100.0%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
87.0%
of households
Tablet
63.6%
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).
Stokes 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
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Population Served
3,530
Violations (5yr)
5
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STOKES REGIONAL WATER CORP | Community | Purchased surface water | 3,530 | 5 |
100.0% of households in Stokes have broadband internet access. 100.0% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 0.0% of households have no internet access. The area is served by 1 water system, providing water to 3,530 people. A total of 5 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Stokes is located in Pitt County, NC. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Stokes.
Election Overview
Source: Pitt County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
45,595
52.4%
GOP Votes
40,403
46.5%
Total Votes
86,924
Margin
D+6.0%
Shift from 2020
R+3.5pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 45,595 | 40,403 | 86,924 | 52.4% | 46.5% | D+6.0 |
| 2020 | 47,252 | 38,982 | 87,573 | 54.0% | 44.5% | D+9.4 |
| 2016 | 40,967 | 35,191 | 78,264 | 52.3% | 45.0% | D+7.4 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Pitt County recorded 86,924 total votes. Democrats won the county with 52.4% of the vote compared to 46.5% for Republicans, a margin of D+6.0%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+3.5pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Pitt County has shifted 1.4 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
2
Total Assets
—
Total Income
$0
Per 10K Residents
101.0
nonprofits
-39.5% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
0
Median Assets
—
Oldest Active
1998
ruling year
Newest Org
2011
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
Stokes, NC has 2 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 1 organizations. That works out to 101.0 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1998.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
2
Total Approved
$329K
Jobs Supported
15
Per 10K Residents
101.0
SBA loans
-58.4% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
2
Top Lender
United Bank
1 loans
Top Industry
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing
Data Span
1999–2008
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
2
Total Amount
$329K
Avg Loan
$164,600
Median Loan
$164,600
SBA Guaranteed
$180K(55%)
Jobs Supported
15
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jessica H Harris and Any Occasions Llc | 1 | $279K |
| Burgess Land Surveying | 1 | $50K |
Stokes, NC has received 2 SBA loans totaling $329K in approved funding between 1999 and 2008. The 7(a) program accounts for 2 loans (100% of the total), supporting 15 jobs. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Real Estate, Rental & Leasing. The most active SBA lender in Stokes is United Bank with 1 loans. That works out to 101.0 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
6
Total Population
62,692
Avg Median Income
$45,837
Avg Home Value
-$111,014,311
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27812 | 2,059 | $51,265 | $118,700 | $792 | 58.6 |
| 27834 | 55,073 | $48,081 | $161,700 | $941 | 174.3 |
| 27861 | 134 | $21,719 | $72,800 | N/A | 0.5 |
| 27871 | 3,559 | $55,067 | $114,200 | $759 | 95.8 |
| 27879 | 259 | $36,875 | $113,400 | $825 | 0.3 |
| 27884 | 1,608 | $62,017 | N/A | N/A | 35.8 |
Stokes, NC has 6 ZIP codes with a combined population of 62,692. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $45,837. The average median home value is -$111,014,311. The average median monthly rent is -$222,221,669.
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