Buxton, NC

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Buxton Overview

1,477
TOTAL POPULATION
774
MALE POPULATION
703
FEMALE POPULATION
110.10
MALES / 100 FEMALES
90.83
FEMALES / 100 MALES
46.5
MEDIAN AGE
2.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$38,916
PER CAPITA INCOME
$103,179
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$87,344
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
14.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
85.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.34
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
907
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
70.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Buxton Zip Codes

Buxton Area Codes

Race in Buxton

The most populous races in Buxton are White / Caucasian (1,413 | 95.7%), Hispanic or Latino (83 | 5.6%), and Native / Alaskan (32 | 2.2%).
Race in Buxton
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino835.6%
Native / Alaskan322.2%
White / Caucasian1,41395.7%
Two or more Races292.0%
Some other Race30.2%
Total1,477100.0%

Ancestry in Buxton

The most populous ancestries reported in Buxton are American (283 | 19.2%), Irish (262 | 17.7%), English (235 | 15.9%), German (155 | 10.5%), and Italian (71 | 4.8%), together accounting for 68.1% of all Buxton residents.
Ancestry in Buxton
Ancestry# Population% Population
American28319.2%
Cherokee322.2%
Colombian151.0%
Eastern European130.9%
English23515.9%
European483.3%
French211.4%
German15510.5%
Irish26217.7%
Italian714.8%
Mexican684.6%
Polish140.9%
Scotch-Irish432.9%
Scottish493.3%
South American151.0%
Ukrainian553.7%
Welsh140.9%
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Immigrants in Buxton

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Buxton came from Latin America (46 | 3.1%), Central America (31 | 2.1%), Mexico (31 | 2.1%), Colombia (15 | 1.0%), and South America (15 | 1.0%), together accounting for 9.3% of all Buxton residents.
Immigrants in Buxton
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Central America312.1%
Colombia151.0%
Latin America463.1%
Mexico312.1%
South America151.0%
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Sex and Age in Buxton

Sex and Age in Buxton

The most populous age groups in Buxton are 55 to 59 Years (128 | 16.5%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (98 | 13.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Buxton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years13 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Years0 (0.0%)27 (3.8%)
10 to 14 Years31 (4.0%)98 (13.9%)
15 to 19 Years51 (6.6%)89 (12.7%)
20 to 24 Years81 (10.5%)27 (3.8%)
25 to 29 Years91 (11.8%)25 (3.6%)
30 to 34 Years23 (3.0%)24 (3.4%)
35 to 39 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Years38 (4.9%)92 (13.1%)
45 to 49 Years0 (0.0%)97 (13.8%)
50 to 54 Years68 (8.8%)23 (3.3%)
55 to 59 Years128 (16.5%)55 (7.8%)
60 to 64 Years124 (16.0%)66 (9.4%)
65 to 69 Years62 (8.0%)33 (4.7%)
70 to 74 Years51 (6.6%)39 (5.6%)
75 to 79 Years13 (1.7%)8 (1.1%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total774 (100.0%)703 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Buxton

Median Family Size in Buxton

The median family size in Buxton is 2.71 persons per family, with married-couple families (253 | 53.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.98 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (94 | 19.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.22 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Buxton
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple253 (53.3%)2.98
Single Male/Father94 (19.8%)2.22
Single Female/Mother128 (27.0%)2.54
Total Families475 (100.0%)2.71

Median Household Size in Buxton

The median household size in Buxton is 2.51 persons per household, with married-couple households (253 | 43.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.98 persons per household. non-family households (113 | 19.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.46 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Buxton
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple253 (43.0%)2.98
Single Male/Father94 (16.0%)2.22
Single Female/Mother128 (21.8%)2.71
Non-family113 (19.2%)1.46
Total Households588 (100.0%)2.51

Household Size by Marriage Status in Buxton

Out of a total of 588 households in Buxton, 475 (80.8%) are family households, while 113 (19.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 240, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 68.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Buxton
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-68 (11.6%)
2-Person Households240 (40.8%)45 (7.6%)
3-Person Households127 (21.6%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households67 (11.4%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households41 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total475 (80.8%)113 (19.2%)

Female Fertility in Buxton

Fertility by Age in Buxton

Female Fertility by Age in Buxton
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Buxton

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Buxton
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Buxton

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Buxton
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Buxton

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Buxton
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Buxton

Income Overview in Buxton

Per Capita Income in Buxton is $38,916, while median incomes of families and households are $103,179 and $87,344 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,477$38,916
Median Family Income475$103,179
Mean Family Income475$102,487
Median Household Income588$87,344
Mean Household Income588$95,236
Income Deficit475$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,47714.53%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,47785.47¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,4770.34

Earnings by Sex in Buxton

Average Earnings in Buxton are $37,863, $40,649 for men and $34,744 for women, a difference of 14.5%.
Earnings by Sex in Buxton
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male519 (54.3%)$40,649
Female437 (45.7%)$34,744
Total956 (100.0%)$37,863

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Buxton

The most common earnings brackets in Buxton are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (85 | 16.4%) and $2,499 or less for women (88 | 20.1%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Buxton
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less10 (1.9%)88 (20.1%)
$2,500 to $4,99938 (7.3%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)16 (3.7%)
$7,500 to $9,9999 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,49930 (5.8%)17 (3.9%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)13 (3.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49938 (7.3%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,99924 (4.6%)11 (2.5%)
$20,000 to $22,4999 (1.7%)22 (5.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99925 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99920 (3.8%)12 (2.8%)
$30,000 to $34,99933 (6.4%)44 (10.1%)
$35,000 to $39,99910 (1.9%)62 (14.2%)
$40,000 to $44,99961 (11.7%)50 (11.4%)
$45,000 to $49,99916 (3.1%)16 (3.7%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)26 (5.9%)
$55,000 to $64,99985 (16.4%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99951 (9.8%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99923 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+37 (7.1%)60 (13.7%)
Total519 (100.0%)437 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Buxton

Average earnings in Buxton are $57,981 for men and $38,831 for women, a difference of 33.0%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $60,521, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $37,125. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $39,069, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $38,083.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Buxton
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$60,521$38,083
College or Associate's Degree$37,125$39,069
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$57,981$38,831

Family Income in Buxton

Family Income Brackets in Buxton

According to the Buxton family income data, there are 132 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 27.8% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Buxton
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999142.9%
$25,000 to $34,9994810.1%
$35,000 to $49,9999319.6%
$50,000 to $74,9994810.1%
$75,000 to $99,999224.6%
$100,000 to $149,99913227.8%
$150,000 to $199,9999219.4%
$200,000+265.5%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Buxton

4-person families (51 | 10.7%) account for the highest median family income in Buxton with $202,604 per family, while 4-person families (51 | 10.7%) have the highest median income of $50,651 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Buxton
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families256 (53.9%)$97,386
3-Person Families127 (26.7%)$0
4-Person Families51 (10.7%)$202,604
5-Person Families41 (8.6%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total475 (100.0%)$103,179

Family Income by Number of Earners in Buxton

Family Income by Number of Earners in Buxton
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners40 (8.4%)$118,846
1 Earner99 (20.8%)$46,172
2 Earners231 (48.6%)$0
3+ Earners105 (22.1%)$154,196
Total475 (100.0%)$103,179

Household Income in Buxton

Household Income Brackets in Buxton

With 153 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Buxton, accounting for 26.0% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Buxton
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,999152.6%
$15,000 to $24,999142.4%
$25,000 to $34,9998414.3%
$35,000 to $49,9997713.1%
$50,000 to $74,9998915.1%
$75,000 to $99,999386.5%
$100,000 to $149,99915326.0%
$150,000 to $199,9999215.6%
$200,000+264.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Buxton

The median household income in Buxton is $87,344, with the highest median household income of $95,511 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 327 households (55.6%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Buxton
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years124 (21.1%)$0
45 to 64 Years327 (55.6%)$95,511
65+ Years137 (23.3%)$0
Total588 (100.0%)$87,344

Poverty in Buxton

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Buxton

With 6.9% poverty level for males and 4.4% for females among the residents of Buxton, under 5 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 13 males (100.0%) and 17 females (21.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Buxton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)17 (21.8%)
25 to 34 Years3 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years12 (31.6%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)14 (11.7%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years25 (22.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total53 (6.9%)31 (4.4%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Buxton

According to the poverty statistics in Buxton, males aged 6 to 11 years and females aged 6 to 11 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Buxton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years31 (100.0%)45 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)80 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years9 (100.0%)17 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years123 (100.0%)61 (78.2%)
25 to 34 Years111 (97.4%)49 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years26 (68.4%)92 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years68 (100.0%)106 (88.3%)
55 to 64 Years252 (100.0%)121 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years88 (77.9%)72 (100.0%)
75 Years and over13 (100.0%)8 (100.0%)
Total721 (93.1%)672 (95.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Buxton

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Buxton
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children155 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children98 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total253 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Buxton

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Buxton
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)14 (21.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)14 (10.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Buxton

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Buxton
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)14 (12.4%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)14 (6.3%)

Employment Characteristics in Buxton

Employment by Class of Employer in Buxton

Among the 855 employed individuals in Buxton, private company employees (563 | 65.8%), local government employees (133 | 15.6%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (74 | 8.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Buxton
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees56365.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)516.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)748.6%
Not-for-profit Organizations202.3%
Local Government Employees13315.6%
State Government Employees00.0%
Federal Government Employees141.6%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total855100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Buxton

According to the labor force statistics for Buxton, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,287), 70.5% or 907 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.0% or 27 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 108 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 48.0% or 12 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Buxton
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years107 (89.9%)5 (4.7%)
20 to 24 Years108 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years116 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years25 (53.2%)12 (48.0%)
35 to 44 Years92 (70.8%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years143 (76.1%)10 (7.0%)
55 to 59 Years168 (91.8%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years105 (55.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years43 (23.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total907 (70.5%)27 (3.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Buxton

According to labor force statistics for Buxton, 76.0% of individuals (649) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (854) are in the labor force, with 3.4% or 22 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of high school diploma, with 90.8% or 257 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 5.6% or 12 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Buxton
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School3 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma257 (90.8%)11 (3.9%)
College / Associate Degree213 (72.4%)16 (5.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher176 (71.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total649 (76.0%)29 (3.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Buxton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Buxton are Community & Social Service (102 | 11.6%), Management (82 | 9.3%), Education Instruction & Library (68 | 7.7%), Business & Financial (44 | 5.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (26 | 2.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Buxton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Buxton, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (66.2%), and Community & Social Service (57.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Buxton
OccupationMaleFemale
Management55 (67.1%)27 (32.9%)
Business & Financial28 (63.6%)16 (36.4%)
Computers, Engineering & Science26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 43 (42.2%)59 (57.8%)
Education, Arts & Media20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library23 (33.8%)45 (66.2%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)164 (61.7%)102 (38.4%)
Total (Overall)471 (53.5%)409 (46.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Buxton are Food Preparation & Serving (72 | 8.2%), Healthcare Support (51 | 5.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (41 | 4.7%), Security & Protection (17 | 1.9%), and Law Enforcement (17 | 1.9%).
Services Occupations in Buxton

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Buxton, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (36.6%), and Food Preparation & Serving (16.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Buxton
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)51 (100.0%)
Security & Protection17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving60 (83.3%)12 (16.7%)
Cleaning & Maintenance26 (63.4%)15 (36.6%)
Personal Care & Service10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)113 (59.2%)78 (40.8%)
Total (Overall)471 (53.5%)409 (46.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Buxton are Office & Administration (165 | 18.8%), and Sales & Related (99 | 11.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Buxton

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Buxton
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related20 (20.2%)79 (79.8%)
Office & Administration15 (9.1%)150 (90.9%)
Total (Category)35 (13.3%)229 (86.7%)
Total (Overall)471 (53.5%)409 (46.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Buxton are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (125 | 14.2%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (16 | 1.8%), and Construction & Extraction (9 | 1.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Buxton

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Buxton
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair125 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)150 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)471 (53.5%)409 (46.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Buxton are , and Production (9 | 1.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Buxton

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Buxton
OccupationMaleFemale
Production9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)471 (53.5%)409 (46.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Buxton

Employment Industries in Buxton

The major employment industries in Buxton include Retail Trade (157 | 17.8%), Educational Services (107 | 12.2%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (97 | 11.0%), Construction (87 | 9.9%), and Accommodation & Food Services (69 | 7.8%).
Employment Industries in Buxton

Employment Industries by Sex in Buxton

The Buxton industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Finance & Insurance (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), Information (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Buxton
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction75 (86.2%)12 (13.8%)
Manufacturing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade93 (59.2%)64 (40.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing10 (10.3%)87 (89.7%)
Professional & Scientific28 (47.5%)31 (52.5%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support16 (53.3%)14 (46.7%)
Educational Services23 (21.5%)84 (78.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)60 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services57 (82.6%)12 (17.4%)
Public Administration29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total471 (53.5%)409 (46.5%)

Education in Buxton

School Enrollment in Buxton

The most common levels of schooling among the 262 students in Buxton are middle school (96 | 36.6%), high school (92 | 35.1%), and nursery / preschool (27 | 10.3%).
School Enrollment in Buxton
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool2710.3%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School00.0%
Middle School9636.6%
High School9235.1%
College / Undergraduate249.2%
Graduate / Professional238.8%
Total262100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Buxton

Out of a total of 262 students who are enrolled in schools in Buxton, 44 (16.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 218 (83.2%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 23 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 27 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Buxton
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds117 (90.7%)12 (9.3%)
15 to 17 Year Olds38 (80.8%)9 (19.2%)
18 to 19 Year Olds36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
Total218 (83.2%)44 (16.8%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Buxton

Education (62 | 19.8%), arts & humanities (53 | 16.9%), engineering (47 | 15.0%), bio, nature & agricultural (40 | 12.7%), and science & technology (40 | 12.7%) are the most common fields of study among 314 individuals in Buxton who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Buxton
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural4012.7%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences288.9%
Engineering4715.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology4012.7%
Business154.8%
Education6219.8%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History144.5%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications154.8%
Arts & Humanities5316.9%
Total314100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Buxton

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Buxton

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Buxton are males with 2 vehicles (201, accounting for 42.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (114, making up 52.3%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Buxton
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle34 (7.3%)120 (31.2%)
2 Vehicles201 (42.9%)114 (29.7%)
3 Vehicles82 (17.5%)69 (18.0%)
4 Vehicles63 (13.5%)39 (10.2%)
5 or more Vehicles88 (18.8%)42 (10.9%)
Total468 (100.0%)384 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Buxton

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Buxton are 15 to 19 minutes (186 commuters, 28.7%), less than 5 minutes (139 commuters, 21.4%), and 5 to 9 minutes (108 commuters, 16.7%).
Commute Time in Buxton
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes13921.4%
5 to 9 Minutes10816.7%
10 to 14 Minutes426.5%
15 to 19 Minutes18628.7%
20 to 24 Minutes9214.2%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes203.1%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes284.3%
60 to 89 Minutes101.5%
90 or more Minutes233.5%

Commute Time by Sex in Buxton

The most common commute times in Buxton are 15 to 19 minutes (119 commuters, 31.7%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (67 commuters, 24.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Buxton
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes74 (19.7%)65 (23.8%)
5 to 9 Minutes56 (14.9%)52 (19.1%)
10 to 14 Minutes27 (7.2%)15 (5.5%)
15 to 19 Minutes119 (31.7%)67 (24.5%)
20 to 24 Minutes46 (12.3%)46 (16.9%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes20 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes10 (2.7%)18 (6.6%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)10 (3.7%)
90 or more Minutes23 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Buxton

The most frequent times of departure to work in Buxton are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (90, 24.0%) for males and 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM (52, 19.1%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Buxton
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM11 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM12 (3.2%)35 (12.8%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM0 (0.0%)10 (3.7%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM32 (8.5%)37 (13.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM22 (5.9%)32 (11.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)26 (9.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM90 (24.0%)39 (14.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)52 (19.1%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM37 (9.9%)12 (4.4%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM21 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM73 (19.5%)30 (11.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM77 (20.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total375 (100.0%)273 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Buxton

Occupancy by Ownership in Buxton

Of the total 588 dwellings in Buxton, owner-occupied units account for 466 (79.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 122 (20.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Buxton
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units46679.2%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units12220.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units588100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Buxton

Occupancy by Household Size in Buxton
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household6811.6%
2-Person Household28548.5%
3-Person Household12721.6%
4+ Person Household10818.4%
Total Housing Units588100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Buxton

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Buxton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household39 (57.4%)29 (42.6%)
2-Person Household251 (88.1%)34 (11.9%)
3-Person Household80 (63.0%)47 (37.0%)
4+ Person Household96 (88.9%)12 (11.1%)
Total Housing Units466 (79.2%)122 (20.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Buxton

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Buxton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
High School Diploma111 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College/Associate Degree166 (63.8%)94 (36.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher189 (93.1%)14 (6.9%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Buxton

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Buxton
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years325.4%
35 to 44 Years9215.7%
45 to 54 Years10718.2%
55 to 64 Years22037.4%
65 to 74 Years12421.1%
75 to 84 Years132.2%
85 Years and Over00.0%
Total588100.0%

Housing Finances in Buxton

Median Income by Occupancy in Buxton

Median Income by Occupancy in Buxton
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied466 (79.2%)$103,913
Renter-Occupied122 (20.7%)$48,897
Average588 (100.0%)$87,344

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Buxton

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Buxton
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)15 (12.3%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)14 (11.5%)
$25,000 to $34,99971 (15.2%)13 (10.7%)
$35,000 to $49,99943 (9.2%)34 (27.9%)
$50,000 to $74,99955 (11.8%)34 (27.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99938 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999153 (32.8%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more106 (22.8%)12 (9.8%)
Total466 (100.0%)122 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Buxton

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Buxton
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49939 (8.4%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $799157 (33.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $99926 (5.6%)28 (23.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49990 (19.3%)54 (44.3%)
$1,500 to $1,99946 (9.9%)12 (9.8%)
$2,000 to $2,49941 (8.8%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99941 (8.8%)28 (23.0%)
$3,000 or more26 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total466 (100.0%)122 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Buxton

Housing Structures in Buxton

Housing Structures in Buxton
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached37563.8%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments7913.4%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments152.5%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other11920.2%
Total588100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Buxton

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Buxton
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached361 (96.3%)14 (3.7%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)79 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other105 (88.2%)14 (11.8%)
Total466 (79.2%)122 (20.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Buxton

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Buxton
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)15 (12.3%)
2 or 3 Rooms16 (3.4%)33 (27.1%)
4 or 5 Rooms277 (59.4%)48 (39.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms146 (31.3%)26 (21.3%)
8 or more Rooms27 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total466 (100.0%)122 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Buxton

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Buxton
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas35 (7.5%)14 (11.5%)
Electricity431 (92.5%)108 (88.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total466 (100.0%)122 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Buxton

Household Vehicle Usage in Buxton
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle88 (18.9%)63 (51.6%)
2 Vehicles218 (46.8%)20 (16.4%)
3 or more Vehicles160 (34.3%)39 (32.0%)
Total466 (100.0%)122 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Buxton

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Buxton

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units210256
Median Property Value$295,700$359,600
Median Household Income$102,935$78
Monthly Housing Costs$588$26
Real Estate Taxes$1,755$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Buxton

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Buxton
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00016 (7.6%)35 (13.7%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)26 (10.2%)
$100,000 to $299,99992 (43.8%)36 (14.1%)
$300,000 to $499,999102 (48.6%)89 (34.8%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)44 (17.2%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)13 (5.1%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)13 (5.1%)
Total210 (100.0%)256 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Buxton

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Buxton
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99910 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99943 (20.5%)61 (23.8%)
$50,000 to $74,99928 (13.3%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99916 (7.6%)27 (10.5%)
$100,000 to $149,99985 (40.5%)22 (8.6%)
$150,000 or more28 (13.3%)68 (26.6%)
Total210 (100.0%)256 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Buxton

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Buxton
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x48 (22.9%)120,962 (47,250.8%)
2.0x to 2.9x81 (38.6%)35 (13.7%)
3.0x to 3.9x0 (0.0%)111 (43.4%)
4.0x or more81 (38.6%)40 (15.6%)
Total210 (100.0%)256 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Buxton

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Buxton
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80030 (14.3%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49924 (11.4%)75 (29.3%)
$800 to $1,499156 (74.3%)47 (18.4%)
Total210 (100.0%)256 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Buxton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Buxton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Buxton
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years194 (66.9%)96 (33.1%)
19 to 25 Years105 (92.1%)9 (7.9%)
26 to 34 Years118 (72.4%)45 (27.6%)
35 to 44 Years70 (53.8%)60 (46.2%)
45 to 54 Years169 (89.9%)19 (10.1%)
55 to 64 Years373 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years185 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,248 (84.5%)229 (15.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Buxton

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Buxton
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen194 (66.9%)96 (33.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen105 (92.1%)9 (7.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Buxton

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Buxton
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00059 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999311 (89.9%)35 (10.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999119 (71.3%)48 (28.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99972 (64.9%)39 (35.1%)
$100,000 and over687 (86.9%)104 (13.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Buxton

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Buxton
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 613 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years53 (18.3%)141 (48.6%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)105 (92.1%)
25 to 34 Years22 (13.5%)96 (58.9%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)70 (53.8%)
45 to 54 Years44 (23.4%)153 (81.4%)
55 to 64 Years42 (11.3%)345 (92.5%)
65 to 74 Years142 (76.8%)156 (84.3%)
75 Years and over21 (100.0%)21 (100.0%)
Total337 (22.8%)1,087 (73.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Buxton

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Buxton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years10 (4.2%)12 (9.5%)
35 to 64 Years69 (19.3%)45 (13.5%)
65 to 74 Years39 (34.5%)11 (15.3%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Buxton

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Buxton: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years45 (12.6%)15 (4.5%)
65 to 74 Years39 (34.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Buxton: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years37 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)11 (15.3%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Buxton: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years10 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years13 (3.6%)16 (4.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Buxton: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)12 (9.5%)
35 to 64 Years13 (3.6%)30 (9.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Buxton: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years13 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Buxton

Computing Device Access in Buxton

Computing Device Access in Buxton
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop52689.5%
Smartphone54492.5%
Tablet38966.2%
No Computing Device00.0%
Total588100.0%

Internet Access in Buxton

Internet Access in Buxton
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home56095.2%
Cellular Data Only00.0%
Satellite Internet488.2%
No Internet284.8%
Total588100.0%

Buxton Summary

Buxton is a small unincorporated community located in Dare County, North Carolina. It is situated on the Outer Banks, a chain of barrier islands off the coast of North Carolina. The town is located on Hatteras Island, the largest of the barrier islands, and is the southernmost town in Dare County. Buxton is known for its beautiful beaches, fishing, and surfing.

History

The area that is now Buxton was first inhabited by Native Americans, including the Croatan, Hatteras, and Pamlico tribes. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the late 1600s, and the town of Buxton was officially established in 1720. The town was named after the nearby Cape Buxton, which was named after the British explorer William Buxton.
In the early 1800s, Buxton was a thriving port town, with a bustling fishing industry and a large number of ships coming and going. The town was also home to a number of shipbuilding companies, and the local economy was largely based on the maritime industry.
In the late 1800s, the town began to decline as the fishing industry moved elsewhere. The town was largely abandoned by the early 1900s, and the population dwindled to just a few hundred people.
In the mid-1900s, the town began to experience a resurgence as tourists began to flock to the area. The town was incorporated in 1953, and the population has grown steadily since then.

Geography

Buxton is located on the Outer Banks of North Carolina, on Hatteras Island. The town is situated on the northern end of the island, and is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the east and the Pamlico Sound to the west.
The town is located in a temperate climate, with mild winters and warm summers. The average temperature in the summer is around 80 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average temperature in the winter is around 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
The town is located in a hurricane-prone area, and is vulnerable to storms and flooding. The town has experienced several major hurricanes in recent years, including Hurricane Isabel in 2003 and Hurricane Irene in 2011.

Economy

The economy of Buxton is largely based on tourism. The town is home to several popular beaches, and is a popular destination for fishing, surfing, and other outdoor activities. The town is also home to a number of restaurants, shops, and other businesses catering to tourists.
The town is also home to a number of commercial fishing operations, and the local economy is supported by the fishing industry.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Buxton was 1,845. The population is largely white (94.3%), with a small minority population (5.7%). The median household income is $45,000, and the median age is 44.

Conclusion

Buxton is a small unincorporated community located on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. The town is known for its beautiful beaches, fishing, and surfing, and is a popular tourist destination. The local economy is largely based on tourism and fishing, and the population is largely white. Buxton is vulnerable to storms and flooding, and has experienced several major hurricanes in recent years.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Buxton?
Total Population of Buxton is 1,477.
What is the Total Male Population of Buxton?
Total Male Population of Buxton is 774.
What is the Total Female Population of Buxton?
Total Female Population of Buxton is 703.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Buxton?
There are 110.10 Males per 100 Females in Buxton.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Buxton?
There are 90.83 Females per 100 Males in Buxton.
What is the Median Population Age in Buxton?
Median Population Age in Buxton is 46.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Buxton
Average Family Size in Buxton is 2.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Buxton
Average Household Size in Buxton is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Buxton?
Per Capita income in Buxton is $38,916.
What is the Median Family Income in Buxton?
Median Family Income in Buxton is $103,179.
What is the Median Household income in Buxton?
Median Household Income in Buxton is $87,344.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Buxton?
Income or Wage Gap in Buxton is 14.5%.
Women in Buxton earn 85.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Buxton?
Inequality or Gini Index in Buxton is 0.34.
How Large is the Labor Force in Buxton?
There are 907 People in the Labor Forcein in Buxton.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Buxton?
70.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Buxton.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Buxton?
Unemployment Rate in Buxton is 3.0%.