Kinston, NC

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Kinston Overview

19,704
TOTAL POPULATION
8,980
MALE POPULATION
10,724
FEMALE POPULATION
83.74
MALES / 100 FEMALES
119.42
FEMALES / 100 MALES
44.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$27,127
PER CAPITA INCOME
$46,840
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$35,653
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
28.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
71.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.52
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
7,809
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
49.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
13.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Kinston Zip Codes

Kinston Area Codes

Race in Kinston

The most populous races in Kinston are Black / African American (13,626 | 69.2%), White / Caucasian (4,561 | 23.2%), and Two or more Races (996 | 5.1%).
Race in Kinston
Race# Population% Population
Asian2041.0%
Black / African American13,62669.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific380.2%
Hispanic or Latino6093.1%
Native / Alaskan230.1%
White / Caucasian4,56123.2%
Two or more Races9965.1%
Some other Race2561.3%
Total19,704100.0%

Ancestry in Kinston

The most populous ancestries reported in Kinston are Subsaharan African (1,824 | 9.3%), African (1,730 | 8.8%), English (816 | 4.1%), German (767 | 3.9%), and American (708 | 3.6%), together accounting for 29.7% of all Kinston residents.
Ancestry in Kinston
Ancestry# Population% Population
African1,7308.8%
American7083.6%
Bahamian660.3%
Barbadian500.3%
Bhutanese390.2%
Blackfeet170.1%
British80.0%
Central American650.3%
Cherokee1620.8%
Chilean210.1%
Dutch220.1%
English8164.1%
European380.2%
French1210.6%
French Canadian510.3%
German7673.9%
Greek170.1%
Guatemalan390.2%
Haitian420.2%
Hungarian750.4%
Indian (Asian)300.2%
Irish5572.8%
Italian1640.8%
Jamaican1260.6%
Japanese590.3%
Korean110.1%
Lumbee320.2%
Mexican2561.3%
Mongolian210.1%
Nigerian130.1%
Panamanian260.1%
Polish1410.7%
Puerto Rican2571.3%
Romanian430.2%
Russian30.0%
Scandinavian240.1%
Scotch-Irish1570.8%
Scottish940.5%
Slovak150.1%
South American210.1%
Sri Lankan580.3%
Subsaharan African1,8249.3%
Thai260.1%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian270.1%
Ugandan810.4%
Ukrainian640.3%
Welsh170.1%
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Immigrants in Kinston

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Kinston came from Europe (299 | 1.5%), Eastern Europe (246 | 1.3%), Latin America (207 | 1.1%), Central America (165 | 0.8%), and Asia (150 | 0.8%), together accounting for 5.4% of all Kinston residents.
Immigrants in Kinston
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa330.2%
Asia1500.8%
Cambodia590.3%
Caribbean210.1%
Central America1650.8%
Chile210.1%
China230.1%
Eastern Africa170.1%
Eastern Asia230.1%
Eastern Europe2461.3%
Europe2991.5%
Germany320.2%
Guatemala390.2%
Haiti130.1%
Hungary650.3%
Jamaica70.0%
Latin America2071.1%
Mexico1260.6%
Northern Europe210.1%
Philippines110.1%
Poland1380.7%
Romania430.2%
South Africa80.0%
South America210.1%
South Eastern Asia1270.6%
Trinidad and Tobago10.0%
Uganda170.1%
Vietnam570.3%
Western Europe320.2%
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Sex and Age in Kinston

Sex and Age in Kinston

The most populous age groups in Kinston are 15 to 19 Years (697 | 7.8%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (905 | 8.4%) for women.
Sex and Age in Kinston
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years419 (4.7%)660 (6.1%)
5 to 9 Years677 (7.5%)604 (5.6%)
10 to 14 Years648 (7.2%)482 (4.5%)
15 to 19 Years697 (7.8%)700 (6.5%)
20 to 24 Years587 (6.5%)639 (6.0%)
25 to 29 Years660 (7.3%)405 (3.8%)
30 to 34 Years440 (4.9%)343 (3.2%)
35 to 39 Years519 (5.8%)772 (7.2%)
40 to 44 Years316 (3.5%)457 (4.3%)
45 to 49 Years445 (5.0%)598 (5.6%)
50 to 54 Years539 (6.0%)655 (6.1%)
55 to 59 Years586 (6.5%)629 (5.9%)
60 to 64 Years590 (6.6%)734 (6.8%)
65 to 69 Years576 (6.4%)905 (8.4%)
70 to 74 Years456 (5.1%)637 (5.9%)
75 to 79 Years261 (2.9%)528 (4.9%)
80 to 84 Years150 (1.7%)336 (3.1%)
85 Years and over414 (4.6%)640 (6.0%)
Total8,980 (100.0%)10,724 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Kinston

Median Family Size in Kinston

The median family size in Kinston is 3.10 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,863 | 44.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.19 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (242 | 5.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.57 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Kinston
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,863 (44.4%)3.19
Single Male/Father242 (5.8%)2.57
Single Female/Mother2,092 (49.8%)3.08
Total Families4,197 (100.0%)3.10

Median Household Size in Kinston

The median household size in Kinston is 2.16 persons per household, with single female/mother households (2,092 | 24.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.21 persons per household. non-family households (4,514 | 51.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.22 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Kinston
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,863 (21.4%)3.20
Single Male/Father242 (2.8%)2.67
Single Female/Mother2,092 (24.0%)3.21
Non-family4,514 (51.8%)1.22
Total Households8,711 (100.0%)2.16

Household Size by Marriage Status in Kinston

Out of a total of 8,711 households in Kinston, 4,197 (48.2%) are family households, while 4,514 (51.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,065, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 3,967.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Kinston
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-3,967 (45.5%)
2-Person Households2,065 (23.7%)457 (5.2%)
3-Person Households1,051 (12.1%)70 (0.8%)
4-Person Households511 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households397 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households41 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households132 (1.5%)20 (0.2%)
Total4,197 (48.2%)4,514 (51.8%)

Female Fertility in Kinston

Fertility by Age in Kinston

Average fertility rate in Kinston is 116.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 301.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 87.4% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Kinston
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years16 (3.4%)23.0
20 to 34 years417 (87.4%)301.0
35 to 50 years44 (9.2%)22.0
Total477 (100.0%)116.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Kinston

15.7% of women with births (477) in Kinston are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Kinston
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years31 (7.4%)386 (92.6%)
35 to 50 years44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total75 (15.7%)402 (84.3%)

Fertility by Education in Kinston

Average fertility rate in Kinston is 116.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the highest fertility rate of 159.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 40.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma represent 44.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Kinston
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School36 (7.5%)40.0
High School Diploma210 (44.0%)159.0
College or Associate's Degree184 (38.6%)127.0
Bachelor's Degree30 (6.3%)113.0
Graduate Degree17 (3.6%)101.0
Total477 (100.0%)116.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Kinston

84.3% of women with births in Kinston are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Kinston
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)36 (100.0%)
High School Diploma27 (12.9%)183 (87.1%)
College or Associate's Degree22 (12.0%)162 (88.0%)
Bachelor's Degree9 (30.0%)21 (70.0%)
Graduate Degree17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total75 (15.7%)402 (84.3%)

Income in Kinston

Income Overview in Kinston

Per Capita Income in Kinston is $27,127, while median incomes of families and households are $46,840 and $35,653 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income19,704$27,127
Median Family Income4,197$46,840
Mean Family Income4,197$72,916
Median Household Income8,711$35,653
Mean Household Income8,711$54,363
Income Deficit4,197$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)19,70428.70%
Wage / Income Gap ($)19,70471.30¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index19,7040.52

Earnings by Sex in Kinston

Average Earnings in Kinston are $29,092, $36,435 for men and $25,977 for women, a difference of 28.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Kinston
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male3,635 (46.6%)$36,435
Female4,173 (53.4%)$25,977
Total7,808 (100.0%)$29,092

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Kinston

The most common earnings brackets in Kinston are $25,000 to $29,999 for men (418 | 11.5%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (592 | 14.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Kinston
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less264 (7.3%)399 (9.6%)
$2,500 to $4,999101 (2.8%)111 (2.7%)
$5,000 to $7,49984 (2.3%)219 (5.2%)
$7,500 to $9,99980 (2.2%)79 (1.9%)
$10,000 to $12,49995 (2.6%)203 (4.9%)
$12,500 to $14,999184 (5.1%)172 (4.1%)
$15,000 to $17,49975 (2.1%)163 (3.9%)
$17,500 to $19,99946 (1.3%)215 (5.1%)
$20,000 to $22,499120 (3.3%)291 (7.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99969 (1.9%)122 (2.9%)
$25,000 to $29,999418 (11.5%)592 (14.2%)
$30,000 to $34,999204 (5.6%)466 (11.2%)
$35,000 to $39,999318 (8.7%)306 (7.3%)
$40,000 to $44,999104 (2.9%)246 (5.9%)
$45,000 to $49,999383 (10.5%)157 (3.8%)
$50,000 to $54,999170 (4.7%)133 (3.2%)
$55,000 to $64,999231 (6.4%)87 (2.1%)
$65,000 to $74,999197 (5.4%)97 (2.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999146 (4.0%)72 (1.7%)
$100,000+346 (9.5%)43 (1.0%)
Total3,635 (100.0%)4,173 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Kinston

Average earnings in Kinston are $37,250 for men and $28,602 for women, a difference of 23.2%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $64,135, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $11,115. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $45,882, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $25,466.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Kinston
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$11,115$28,860
High School Diploma$36,835$25,466
College or Associate's Degree$39,239$28,106
Bachelor's Degree$64,135$38,304
Graduate Degree--
Total$37,250$28,602

Family Income in Kinston

Family Income Brackets in Kinston

According to the Kinston family income data, there are 743 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 17.7% of all families. Conversely, the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 118 families (2.8%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Kinston
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00043210.3%
$10,000 to $14,9991894.5%
$15,000 to $24,9994119.8%
$25,000 to $34,99948711.6%
$35,000 to $49,99964615.4%
$50,000 to $74,99974317.7%
$75,000 to $99,99955013.1%
$100,000 to $149,99947411.3%
$150,000 to $199,9991182.8%
$200,000+1513.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Kinston

7+ person families (132 | 3.2%) account for the highest median family income in Kinston with $97,177 per family, while 2-person families (2,191 | 52.2%) have the highest median income of $22,784 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Kinston
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families2,191 (52.2%)$45,567
3-Person Families981 (23.4%)$36,904
4-Person Families533 (12.7%)$53,859
5-Person Families330 (7.9%)$58,800
6-Person Families30 (0.7%)$74,167
7+ Person Families132 (3.2%)$97,177
Total4,197 (100.0%)$46,840

Family Income by Number of Earners in Kinston

The median family income in Kinston is $46,840, with families comprising 3+ earners (233) having the highest median family income of $81,979, while families with no earners (1,081) have the lowest median family income of $32,488, accounting for 5.6% and 25.8% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Kinston
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners1,081 (25.8%)$32,488
1 Earner1,560 (37.2%)$38,103
2 Earners1,323 (31.5%)$77,726
3+ Earners233 (5.6%)$81,979
Total4,197 (100.0%)$46,840

Household Income in Kinston

Household Income Brackets in Kinston

With 1,429 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Kinston, accounting for 16.4% of all households. In contrast, only 113 households (1.3%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Kinston
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00090610.4%
$10,000 to $14,9991,09812.6%
$15,000 to $24,99995811.0%
$25,000 to $34,9991,33315.3%
$35,000 to $49,9991,42916.4%
$50,000 to $74,9991,30715.0%
$75,000 to $99,9997758.9%
$100,000 to $149,9996187.1%
$150,000 to $199,9991131.3%
$200,000+1832.1%

Household Income by Householder Age in Kinston

The median household income in Kinston is $35,653, with the highest median household income of $46,502 found in the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 359 households (4.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $29,623, with 2,178 households (25.0%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Kinston
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years359 (4.1%)$46,502
25 to 44 Years2,178 (25.0%)$29,623
45 to 64 Years2,757 (31.7%)$43,453
65+ Years3,417 (39.2%)$33,302
Total8,711 (100.0%)$35,653

Poverty in Kinston

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Kinston

With 24.5% poverty level for males and 31.2% for females among the residents of Kinston, 15 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 83 males (78.3%) and 119 females (78.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Kinston
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years202 (48.2%)254 (39.4%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)106 (62.0%)
6 to 11 Years191 (30.1%)272 (49.8%)
12 to 14 Years116 (27.4%)127 (40.3%)
15 Years83 (78.3%)119 (78.8%)
16 and 17 Years112 (42.4%)95 (32.0%)
18 to 24 Years230 (35.1%)241 (28.9%)
25 to 34 Years123 (12.5%)290 (38.8%)
35 to 44 Years301 (38.5%)399 (32.7%)
45 to 54 Years110 (11.4%)313 (25.2%)
55 to 64 Years284 (24.4%)492 (36.1%)
65 to 74 Years233 (22.7%)203 (13.2%)
75 Years and over85 (10.6%)363 (25.4%)
Total2,070 (24.5%)3,274 (31.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Kinston

According to the poverty statistics in Kinston, males aged 5 years and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 86.8% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Kinston
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years217 (51.8%)390 (60.6%)
5 Years207 (100.0%)65 (38.0%)
6 to 11 Years444 (69.9%)274 (50.2%)
12 to 14 Years307 (72.6%)188 (59.7%)
15 Years23 (21.7%)32 (21.2%)
16 and 17 Years152 (57.6%)202 (68.0%)
18 to 24 Years426 (64.9%)594 (71.1%)
25 to 34 Years862 (87.5%)457 (61.2%)
35 to 44 Years481 (61.5%)821 (67.3%)
45 to 54 Years854 (88.6%)927 (74.8%)
55 to 64 Years879 (75.6%)871 (63.9%)
65 to 74 Years795 (77.3%)1,331 (86.8%)
75 Years and over715 (89.4%)1,068 (74.6%)
Total6,362 (75.4%)7,220 (68.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Kinston

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Kinston show that 6.7% or 125 of the total 1,863 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 8.4%, comprising of 115 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Kinston
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children1,251 (91.6%)115 (8.4%)
1 or 2 Children419 (97.7%)10 (2.3%)
3 or 4 Children45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,738 (93.3%)125 (6.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Kinston

According to the poverty data in Kinston, 35.9% or 87 single-father households and 40.0% or 837 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 51 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 190 households (59.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Kinston
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)92 (15.2%)
1 or 2 Children36 (67.9%)555 (48.5%)
3 or 4 Children51 (100.0%)190 (59.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total87 (35.9%)837 (40.0%)

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

The poverty data for Kinston shows that 125 of the married-couple family households (6.7%) and 924 of the single-parent households (39.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 115 households (8.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 241 household (64.6%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Kinston
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children115 (8.4%)92 (12.4%)
1 or 2 Children10 (2.3%)591 (49.4%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)241 (64.6%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total125 (6.7%)924 (39.6%)

Employment Characteristics in Kinston

Employment by Class of Employer in Kinston

Among the 6,304 employed individuals in Kinston, private company employees (4,187 | 66.4%), local government employees (591 | 9.4%), and state government employees (572 | 9.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Kinston
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees4,18766.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1933.1%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)2163.4%
Not-for-profit Organizations4497.1%
Local Government Employees5919.4%
State Government Employees5729.1%
Federal Government Employees931.5%
Unpaid Family Workers30.1%
Total6,304100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Kinston

According to the labor force statistics for Kinston, out of the total population over 16 years of age (15,936), 49.0% or 7,809 individuals are in the labor force, with 13.6% or 1,062 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 88.4% or 692 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 33.5% or 144 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Kinston
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years430 (38.4%)144 (33.5%)
20 to 24 Years868 (70.8%)279 (32.1%)
25 to 29 Years830 (77.9%)105 (12.7%)
30 to 34 Years692 (88.4%)91 (13.2%)
35 to 44 Years1,496 (72.5%)117 (7.8%)
45 to 54 Years1,584 (70.8%)201 (12.7%)
55 to 59 Years669 (55.1%)39 (5.8%)
60 to 64 Years698 (52.7%)70 (10.0%)
65 to 74 Years499 (19.4%)16 (3.2%)
75 Years and over33 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total7,809 (49.0%)1,062 (13.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Kinston

According to labor force statistics for Kinston, 68.7% of individuals (5,969) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (8,688) are in the labor force, with 10.4% or 621 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 79.8% or 892 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 30.8% or 160 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Kinston
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School519 (38.4%)416 (30.8%)
High School Diploma2,385 (73.0%)297 (9.1%)
College / Associate Degree2,176 (73.7%)295 (10.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher892 (79.8%)38 (3.4%)
Total5,969 (68.7%)904 (10.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Kinston

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Kinston are Community & Social Service (718 | 10.6%), Management (584 | 8.7%), Education Instruction & Library (532 | 7.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (359 | 5.3%), and Business & Financial (126 | 1.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Kinston

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Kinston, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (97.7%), Management (66.9%), and Business & Financial (61.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (83.8%), and Legal Services & Support (78.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Kinston
OccupationMaleFemale
Management391 (66.9%)193 (33.1%)
Business & Financial77 (61.1%)49 (38.9%)
Computers, Engineering & Science72 (58.5%)51 (41.5%)
Computers & Mathematics29 (36.7%)50 (63.3%)
Architecture & Engineering43 (97.7%)1 (2.3%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 184 (25.6%)534 (74.4%)
Education, Arts & Media43 (41.7%)60 (58.3%)
Legal Services & Support7 (21.2%)26 (78.8%)
Education Instruction & Library134 (25.2%)398 (74.8%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)50 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating58 (16.2%)301 (83.8%)
Health Technologists32 (34.0%)62 (66.0%)
Total (Category)782 (40.9%)1,128 (59.1%)
Total (Overall)3,164 (46.9%)3,575 (53.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Kinston are Healthcare Support (553 | 8.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (378 | 5.6%), Personal Care & Service (295 | 4.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (246 | 3.6%), and Security & Protection (235 | 3.5%).
Services Occupations in Kinston

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Kinston, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (93.9%), Security & Protection (74.5%), and Firefighting & Prevention (56.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (90.5%), Healthcare Support (83.9%), and Food Preparation & Serving (76.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Kinston
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support89 (16.1%)464 (83.9%)
Security & Protection175 (74.5%)60 (25.5%)
Firefighting & Prevention68 (56.2%)53 (43.8%)
Law Enforcement107 (93.9%)7 (6.1%)
Food Preparation & Serving58 (23.6%)188 (76.4%)
Cleaning & Maintenance135 (35.7%)243 (64.3%)
Personal Care & Service28 (9.5%)267 (90.5%)
Total (Category)485 (28.4%)1,222 (71.6%)
Total (Overall)3,164 (46.9%)3,575 (53.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Kinston are Sales & Related (545 | 8.1%), and Office & Administration (364 | 5.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Kinston

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Kinston
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related186 (34.1%)359 (65.9%)
Office & Administration122 (33.5%)242 (66.5%)
Total (Category)308 (33.9%)601 (66.1%)
Total (Overall)3,164 (46.9%)3,575 (53.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Kinston are Construction & Extraction (148 | 2.2%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (128 | 1.9%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (23 | 0.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Kinston

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Kinston
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry9 (39.1%)14 (60.9%)
Construction & Extraction148 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair83 (64.8%)45 (35.2%)
Total (Category)240 (80.3%)59 (19.7%)
Total (Overall)3,164 (46.9%)3,575 (53.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Kinston are Production (1,093 | 16.2%), Material Moving (475 | 7.0%), and Transportation (346 | 5.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Kinston

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Kinston
OccupationMaleFemale
Production753 (68.9%)340 (31.1%)
Transportation245 (70.8%)101 (29.2%)
Material Moving351 (73.9%)124 (26.1%)
Total (Category)1,349 (70.5%)565 (29.5%)
Total (Overall)3,164 (46.9%)3,575 (53.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Kinston

Employment Industries in Kinston

The major employment industries in Kinston include Manufacturing (1,519 | 22.5%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,490 | 22.1%), Educational Services (728 | 10.8%), Accommodation & Food Services (453 | 6.7%), and Retail Trade (445 | 6.6%).
Employment Industries in Kinston

Employment Industries by Sex in Kinston

The Kinston industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Information (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (92.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Professional & Scientific (95.1%), Health Care & Social Assistance (81.3%), and Accommodation & Food Services (79.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Kinston
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting54 (41.2%)77 (58.8%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction282 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing1,072 (70.6%)447 (29.4%)
Wholesale Trade176 (75.5%)57 (24.5%)
Retail Trade153 (34.4%)292 (65.6%)
Transportation & Warehousing228 (67.1%)112 (32.9%)
Utilities8 (40.0%)12 (60.0%)
Information7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance85 (74.6%)29 (25.4%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing77 (73.3%)28 (26.7%)
Professional & Scientific4 (4.9%)77 (95.1%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support107 (75.9%)34 (24.1%)
Educational Services152 (20.9%)576 (79.1%)
Health Care & Social Assistance278 (18.7%)1,212 (81.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation64 (92.7%)5 (7.2%)
Accommodation & Food Services94 (20.7%)359 (79.2%)
Public Administration222 (67.1%)109 (32.9%)
Total3,164 (46.9%)3,575 (53.0%)

Education in Kinston

School Enrollment in Kinston

The most common levels of schooling among the 4,476 students in Kinston are high school (1,242 | 27.8%), elementary school (976 | 21.8%), and middle school (912 | 20.4%).
School Enrollment in Kinston
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1533.4%
Kindergarten4169.3%
Elementary School97621.8%
Middle School91220.4%
High School1,24227.8%
College / Undergraduate67615.1%
Graduate / Professional1012.3%
Total4,476100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Kinston

Out of a total of 4,476 students who are enrolled in schools in Kinston, 452 (10.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 4,024 (89.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 98 (26.7% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 207 (98.6% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Kinston
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds135 (93.8%)9 (6.2%)
5 to 9 Year Old1,079 (88.1%)145 (11.8%)
10 to 14 Year Olds1,103 (97.6%)27 (2.4%)
15 to 17 Year Olds788 (94.2%)49 (5.9%)
18 to 19 Year Olds250 (75.5%)81 (24.5%)
20 to 24 Year Olds269 (73.3%)98 (26.7%)
25 to 34 Year Olds207 (98.6%)3 (1.4%)
35 Years and over192 (82.4%)41 (17.6%)
Total4,024 (89.9%)452 (10.1%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Kinston

Education (491 | 23.1%), social sciences (265 | 12.4%), business (251 | 11.8%), arts & humanities (234 | 11.0%), and science & technology (215 | 10.1%) are the most common fields of study among 2,130 individuals in Kinston who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Kinston
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics482.2%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1135.3%
Physical & Health Sciences1145.3%
Psychology582.7%
Social Sciences26512.4%
Engineering261.2%
Multidisciplinary Studies542.5%
Science & Technology21510.1%
Business25111.8%
Education49123.1%
Literature & Languages582.7%
Liberal Arts & History1225.7%
Visual & Performing Arts693.2%
Communications120.6%
Arts & Humanities23411.0%
Total2,130100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Kinston

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Kinston

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Kinston are males with 2 vehicles (1,112, accounting for 37.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (974, making up 33.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Kinston
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle187 (6.4%)473 (14.1%)
1 Vehicle887 (30.2%)1,175 (35.0%)
2 Vehicles1,112 (37.9%)974 (29.0%)
3 Vehicles596 (20.3%)477 (14.2%)
4 Vehicles147 (5.0%)246 (7.3%)
5 or more Vehicles9 (0.3%)13 (0.4%)
Total2,938 (100.0%)3,358 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Kinston

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Kinston are 10 to 14 minutes (1,498 commuters, 24.1%), 5 to 9 minutes (1,344 commuters, 21.6%), and 15 to 19 minutes (911 commuters, 14.7%).
Commute Time in Kinston
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes2634.2%
5 to 9 Minutes1,34421.6%
10 to 14 Minutes1,49824.1%
15 to 19 Minutes91114.7%
20 to 24 Minutes5248.4%
25 to 29 Minutes2353.8%
30 to 34 Minutes4958.0%
35 to 39 Minutes2954.8%
40 to 44 Minutes440.7%
45 to 59 Minutes3936.3%
60 to 89 Minutes1161.9%
90 or more Minutes911.5%

Commute Time by Sex in Kinston

The most common commute times in Kinston are 10 to 14 minutes (798 commuters, 27.3%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (980 commuters, 29.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Kinston
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes63 (2.2%)200 (6.1%)
5 to 9 Minutes364 (12.5%)980 (29.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes798 (27.3%)700 (21.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes368 (12.6%)543 (16.5%)
20 to 24 Minutes284 (9.7%)240 (7.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes195 (6.7%)40 (1.2%)
30 to 34 Minutes300 (10.3%)195 (5.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes222 (7.6%)73 (2.2%)
40 to 44 Minutes44 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes229 (7.8%)164 (5.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes25 (0.9%)91 (2.8%)
90 or more Minutes30 (1.0%)61 (1.9%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Kinston

The most frequent times of departure to work in Kinston are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (551, 18.9%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (527, 16.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Kinston
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM326 (11.2%)63 (1.9%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM40 (1.4%)67 (2.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM166 (5.7%)132 (4.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM350 (12.0%)407 (12.4%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM551 (18.9%)345 (10.5%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM236 (8.1%)527 (16.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM254 (8.7%)443 (13.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM166 (5.7%)341 (10.4%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM71 (2.4%)186 (5.7%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM65 (2.2%)236 (7.2%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM86 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM9 (0.3%)61 (1.9%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM287 (9.8%)371 (11.3%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM315 (10.8%)108 (3.3%)
Total2,922 (100.0%)3,287 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Kinston

Occupancy by Ownership in Kinston

Of the total 8,711 dwellings in Kinston, owner-occupied units account for 3,577 (41.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 5,134 (58.9%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Kinston
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units3,57741.1%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units5,13458.9%
Total Occupied Housing Units8,711100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Kinston

Occupancy by Household Size in Kinston
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household3,96745.5%
2-Person Household2,52228.9%
3-Person Household1,12112.9%
4+ Person Household1,10112.6%
Total Housing Units8,711100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Kinston

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Kinston
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household1,513 (38.1%)2,454 (61.9%)
2-Person Household1,276 (50.6%)1,246 (49.4%)
3-Person Household437 (39.0%)684 (61.0%)
4+ Person Household351 (31.9%)750 (68.1%)
Total Housing Units3,577 (41.1%)5,134 (58.9%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Kinston

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Kinston
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School283 (19.5%)1,167 (80.5%)
High School Diploma1,053 (33.9%)2,050 (66.1%)
College/Associate Degree1,348 (46.9%)1,528 (53.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher893 (69.7%)389 (30.3%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Kinston

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Kinston
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1,28714.8%
35 to 44 Years1,25014.3%
45 to 54 Years1,34915.5%
55 to 64 Years1,40816.2%
65 to 74 Years1,76020.2%
75 to 84 Years91110.5%
85 Years and Over7468.6%
Total8,711100.0%

Housing Finances in Kinston

Median Income by Occupancy in Kinston

Median Income by Occupancy in Kinston
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied3,577 (41.1%)$46,818
Renter-Occupied5,134 (58.9%)$30,511
Average8,711 (100.0%)$35,653

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Kinston

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Kinston
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000106 (3.0%)568 (11.1%)
$5,000 to $9,999115 (3.2%)114 (2.2%)
$10,000 to $14,999309 (8.6%)785 (15.3%)
$15,000 to $19,999204 (5.7%)389 (7.6%)
$20,000 to $24,99996 (2.7%)272 (5.3%)
$25,000 to $34,999447 (12.5%)886 (17.3%)
$35,000 to $49,999615 (17.2%)814 (15.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999594 (16.6%)711 (13.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999456 (12.8%)317 (6.2%)
$100,000 to $149,999456 (12.8%)161 (3.1%)
$150,000 or more179 (5.0%)117 (2.3%)
Total3,577 (100.0%)5,134 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Kinston

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Kinston
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300365 (10.2%)585 (11.4%)
$300 to $499543 (15.2%)282 (5.5%)
$500 to $799976 (27.3%)1,571 (30.6%)
$800 to $999483 (13.5%)1,250 (24.3%)
$1,000 to $1,499656 (18.3%)1,082 (21.1%)
$1,500 to $1,999403 (11.3%)97 (1.9%)
$2,000 to $2,49957 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99939 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more55 (1.5%)14 (0.3%)
Total3,577 (100.0%)5,134 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Kinston

Housing Structures in Kinston

Housing Structures in Kinston
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached5,31261.0%
Single Unit, Attached2603.0%
2 Unit Apartments6327.3%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments6247.2%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments6897.9%
10 or more Apartments1,02411.8%
Mobile Home / Other1701.9%
Total8,711100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Kinston

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Kinston
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached3,130 (58.9%)2,182 (41.1%)
Single Unit, Attached186 (71.5%)74 (28.5%)
2 Unit Apartments23 (3.6%)609 (96.4%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments74 (11.9%)550 (88.1%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)689 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)1,024 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other164 (96.5%)6 (3.5%)
Total3,577 (41.1%)5,134 (58.9%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Kinston

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Kinston
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room3 (0.1%)432 (8.4%)
2 or 3 Rooms117 (3.3%)844 (16.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms975 (27.3%)2,813 (54.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,570 (43.9%)662 (12.9%)
8 or more Rooms912 (25.5%)383 (7.5%)
Total3,577 (100.0%)5,134 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Kinston

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Kinston
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas1,587 (44.4%)1,557 (30.3%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas240 (6.7%)345 (6.7%)
Electricity1,695 (47.4%)3,109 (60.6%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene39 (1.1%)54 (1.1%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels9 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used7 (0.2%)69 (1.3%)
Total3,577 (100.0%)5,134 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Kinston

Household Vehicle Usage in Kinston
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle293 (8.2%)1,265 (24.6%)
1 Vehicle1,569 (43.9%)2,710 (52.8%)
2 Vehicles1,108 (31.0%)741 (14.4%)
3 or more Vehicles607 (17.0%)418 (8.1%)
Total3,577 (100.0%)5,134 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Kinston

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Kinston

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units2,0651,512
Median Property Value$92,900$115,800
Median Household Income$42,809$125
Monthly Housing Costs$559$55
Real Estate Taxes$1,156$86

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Kinston

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Kinston
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000507 (24.5%)151 (10.0%)
$50,000 to $99,999616 (29.8%)489 (32.3%)
$100,000 to $299,999903 (43.7%)740 (48.9%)
$300,000 to $499,99939 (1.9%)117 (7.7%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)3 (0.2%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)12 (0.8%)
Total2,065 (100.0%)1,512 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Kinston

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Kinston
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00075 (3.6%)41 (2.7%)
$10,000 to $24,999407 (19.7%)146 (9.7%)
$25,000 to $34,999405 (19.6%)202 (13.4%)
$35,000 to $49,999391 (18.9%)42 (2.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999289 (14.0%)224 (14.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999207 (10.0%)305 (20.2%)
$100,000 to $149,999237 (11.5%)249 (16.5%)
$150,000 or more54 (2.6%)219 (14.5%)
Total2,065 (100.0%)1,512 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Kinston

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Kinston
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x1,154 (55.9%)64,276 (4,251.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x341 (16.5%)782 (51.7%)
3.0x to 3.9x93 (4.5%)291 (19.3%)
4.0x or more477 (23.1%)99 (6.6%)
Total2,065 (100.0%)1,512 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Kinston

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Kinston
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800664 (32.2%)34 (2.2%)
$800 to $1,499650 (31.5%)405 (26.8%)
$800 to $1,499690 (33.4%)502 (33.2%)
Total2,065 (100.0%)1,512 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Kinston

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Kinston

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Kinston
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years1,450 (98.3%)25 (1.7%)
6 to 18 Years3,027 (98.6%)43 (1.4%)
19 to 25 Years1,233 (80.4%)301 (19.6%)
26 to 34 Years1,080 (75.2%)356 (24.8%)
35 to 44 Years1,594 (79.6%)408 (20.4%)
45 to 54 Years1,858 (84.3%)346 (15.7%)
55 to 64 Years2,109 (83.5%)417 (16.5%)
65 to 74 Years2,562 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older2,231 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total17,144 (90.0%)1,896 (10.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Kinston

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Kinston
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born1,450 (98.3%)25 (1.7%)
Foreign Born, Citizen3,027 (98.6%)43 (1.4%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen1,233 (80.4%)301 (19.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Kinston

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Kinston
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0004,593 (91.3%)438 (8.7%)
$25,000 to $49,9994,269 (88.2%)572 (11.8%)
$50,000 to $74,9992,612 (90.2%)284 (9.8%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,184 (88.1%)296 (11.9%)
$100,000 and over3,272 (91.8%)291 (8.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Kinston

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Kinston
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 61,313 (89.0%)387 (26.2%)
6 to 18 Years2,477 (80.7%)1,168 (38.1%)
19 to 25 Years601 (39.2%)747 (48.7%)
25 to 34 Years582 (40.5%)718 (50.0%)
35 to 44 Years585 (29.2%)1,255 (62.7%)
45 to 54 Years716 (32.5%)1,283 (58.2%)
55 to 64 Years952 (37.7%)1,493 (59.1%)
65 to 74 Years2,548 (99.5%)1,319 (51.5%)
75 Years and over2,213 (99.2%)1,302 (58.4%)
Total11,987 (63.0%)9,672 (50.8%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Kinston

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Kinston
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years642 (37.9%)150 (9.9%)
18 to 34 Years283 (17.2%)168 (10.6%)
35 to 64 Years880 (30.2%)882 (23.1%)
65 to 74 Years449 (43.7%)637 (41.5%)
75 Years and over563 (70.4%)880 (61.5%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Kinston

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Kinston: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)31 (2.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)55 (3.5%)
35 to 64 Years159 (5.5%)112 (2.9%)
65 to 74 Years65 (6.3%)50 (3.3%)
75 Years and over316 (39.5%)323 (22.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Kinston: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)16 (1.1%)
18 to 34 Years91 (5.6%)17 (1.1%)
35 to 64 Years106 (3.6%)203 (5.3%)
65 to 74 Years116 (11.3%)128 (8.3%)
75 Years and over70 (8.7%)158 (11.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Kinston: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years543 (32.0%)103 (6.8%)
18 to 34 Years177 (10.8%)102 (6.5%)
35 to 64 Years489 (16.8%)298 (7.8%)
65 to 74 Years134 (13.0%)288 (18.8%)
75 Years and over111 (13.9%)414 (28.9%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Kinston: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years42 (2.5%)22 (1.5%)
18 to 34 Years52 (3.2%)11 (0.7%)
35 to 64 Years674 (23.2%)474 (12.4%)
65 to 74 Years235 (22.9%)519 (33.8%)
75 Years and over313 (39.1%)671 (46.9%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Kinston: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years92 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years368 (12.7%)126 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years71 (6.9%)290 (18.9%)
75 Years and over223 (27.9%)446 (31.2%)

Technology Access in Kinston

Computing Device Access in Kinston

Computing Device Access in Kinston
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop5,03257.8%
Smartphone6,83278.4%
Tablet3,89944.8%
No Computing Device1,16913.4%
Total8,711100.0%

Internet Access in Kinston

Internet Access in Kinston
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet90.1%
Broadband Home4,26649.0%
Cellular Data Only1,70719.6%
Satellite Internet6277.2%
No Internet2,27626.1%
Total8,711100.0%

Kinston Summary

Kinston, North Carolina is a small city located in Lenoir County in the eastern part of the state. It is situated on the Neuse River, about halfway between the cities of Greenville and New Bern. The city has a population of approximately 21,677 people, according to the 2010 census.

History

Kinston was founded in 1762 by British settlers, who named it Kingston after King George III. The city was an important trading center during the Revolutionary War, and was the site of several battles. After the war, Kinston became a major port for the export of cotton and other goods. The city was also the site of a major Civil War battle in 1865, which resulted in the Union victory.
In the late 19th century, Kinston became an important industrial center, with several factories and mills located in the city. The city was also home to a large African-American population, and was the site of several civil rights protests in the 1960s.

Geography

Kinston is located in the Coastal Plain region of North Carolina, about halfway between the cities of Greenville and New Bern. The city is situated on the Neuse River, and is surrounded by several small towns and villages. The city has a total area of 11.3 square miles, of which 11.2 square miles is land and 0.1 square miles is water.

Economy

Kinston’s economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The city is home to several large agricultural operations, including a large hog farm and several poultry farms. The city is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory, a paper mill, and a textile mill.
The city is also home to several retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses. The city is served by the Kinston Regional Airport, which provides air service to several major cities in the region.

Demographics

According to the 2010 census, Kinston has a population of 21,677 people. The racial makeup of the city is 57.3% African American, 37.2% White, 1.2% Asian, 0.3% Native American, and 4.0% from other races. The median household income in the city is $30,945, and the median age is 36.7 years.

Conclusion

Kinston, North Carolina is a small city located in Lenoir County in the eastern part of the state. It is situated on the Neuse River, about halfway between the cities of Greenville and New Bern. The city has a population of approximately 21,677 people, according to the 2010 census. The city’s economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing, and the city is home to several retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses. The racial makeup of the city is 57.3% African American, 37.2% White, 1.2% Asian, 0.3% Native American, and 4.0% from other races. The median household income in the city is $30,945, and the median age is 36.7 years.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Kinston?
Total Population of Kinston is 19,704.
What is the Total Male Population of Kinston?
Total Male Population of Kinston is 8,980.
What is the Total Female Population of Kinston?
Total Female Population of Kinston is 10,724.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Kinston?
There are 83.74 Males per 100 Females in Kinston.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Kinston?
There are 119.42 Females per 100 Males in Kinston.
What is the Median Population Age in Kinston?
Median Population Age in Kinston is 44.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Kinston
Average Family Size in Kinston is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Kinston
Average Household Size in Kinston is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Kinston?
Per Capita income in Kinston is $27,127.
What is the Median Family Income in Kinston?
Median Family Income in Kinston is $46,840.
What is the Median Household income in Kinston?
Median Household Income in Kinston is $35,653.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Kinston?
Income or Wage Gap in Kinston is 28.7%.
Women in Kinston earn 71.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Kinston?
Inequality or Gini Index in Kinston is 0.52.
How Large is the Labor Force in Kinston?
There are 7,809 People in the Labor Forcein in Kinston.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Kinston?
49.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Kinston.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Kinston?
Unemployment Rate in Kinston is 13.6%.