Lenoir, NC

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Lenoir Overview

18,301
TOTAL POPULATION
8,251
MALE POPULATION
10,050
FEMALE POPULATION
82.10
MALES / 100 FEMALES
121.80
FEMALES / 100 MALES
43.2
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$25,697
PER CAPITA INCOME
$65,259
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$44,802
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
18.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
81.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$12,608
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
8,069
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
53.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Lenoir Zip Codes

Lenoir Area Codes

Race in Lenoir

The most populous races in Lenoir are White / Caucasian (13,182 | 72.0%), Black / African American (2,578 | 14.1%), and Hispanic or Latino (2,182 | 11.9%).
Race in Lenoir
Race# Population% Population
Asian890.5%
Black / African American2,57814.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino2,18211.9%
Native / Alaskan150.1%
White / Caucasian13,18272.0%
Two or more Races9004.9%
Some other Race1,5378.4%
Total18,301100.0%

Ancestry in Lenoir

The most populous ancestries reported in Lenoir are American (3,393 | 18.5%), German (1,902 | 10.4%), English (1,819 | 9.9%), Irish (1,367 | 7.5%), and Central American (889 | 4.9%), together accounting for 51.2% of all Lenoir residents.
Ancestry in Lenoir
Ancestry# Population% Population
African810.4%
American3,39318.5%
Australian90.1%
Belgian360.2%
Blackfeet330.2%
British240.1%
Burmese580.3%
Cambodian580.3%
Canadian440.2%
Central American8894.9%
Cherokee60.0%
Colombian1390.8%
Croatian110.1%
Danish130.1%
Dutch4102.2%
English1,8199.9%
European1730.9%
French3171.7%
French Canadian150.1%
German1,90210.4%
Guatemalan520.3%
Honduran3842.1%
Indian (Asian)830.4%
Irish1,3677.5%
Italian2921.6%
Jamaican510.3%
Korean700.4%
Mexican7534.1%
Nigerian90.1%
Northern European180.1%
Norwegian460.3%
Polish80.0%
Puerto Rican2431.3%
Russian80.0%
Salvadoran4532.5%
Scotch-Irish2691.5%
Scottish5703.1%
South American1570.9%
South American Indian410.2%
Spaniard380.2%
Spanish390.2%
Subsaharan African900.5%
Swedish1060.6%
Swiss100.1%
Thai550.3%
Ukrainian180.1%
Venezuelan180.1%
Welsh430.2%
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Immigrants in Lenoir

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Lenoir came from Latin America (758 | 4.1%), Central America (678 | 3.7%), Mexico (341 | 1.9%), El Salvador (169 | 0.9%), and Honduras (152 | 0.8%), together accounting for 11.5% of all Lenoir residents.
Immigrants in Lenoir
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa90.1%
Asia380.2%
Canada400.2%
Caribbean510.3%
Central America6783.7%
Colombia110.1%
El Salvador1690.9%
England1270.7%
Europe1430.8%
Germany70.0%
Guatemala160.1%
Honduras1520.8%
Latin America7584.1%
Mexico3411.9%
Nigeria90.1%
Northern Europe1360.7%
South America290.2%
Sweden90.1%
Trinidad and Tobago510.3%
Venezuela180.1%
Western Africa90.1%
Western Asia380.2%
Western Europe70.0%
Yemen380.2%
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Sex and Age in Lenoir

Sex and Age in Lenoir

The most populous age groups in Lenoir are 30 to 34 Years (769 | 9.3%) for men and 70 to 74 Years (995 | 9.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Lenoir
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years683 (8.3%)434 (4.3%)
5 to 9 Years589 (7.1%)529 (5.3%)
10 to 14 Years371 (4.5%)513 (5.1%)
15 to 19 Years532 (6.5%)772 (7.7%)
20 to 24 Years721 (8.7%)548 (5.4%)
25 to 29 Years215 (2.6%)583 (5.8%)
30 to 34 Years769 (9.3%)454 (4.5%)
35 to 39 Years375 (4.5%)451 (4.5%)
40 to 44 Years474 (5.7%)518 (5.1%)
45 to 49 Years436 (5.3%)708 (7.0%)
50 to 54 Years570 (6.9%)739 (7.3%)
55 to 59 Years582 (7.0%)587 (5.8%)
60 to 64 Years645 (7.8%)626 (6.2%)
65 to 69 Years427 (5.2%)543 (5.4%)
70 to 74 Years322 (3.9%)995 (9.9%)
75 to 79 Years290 (3.5%)405 (4.0%)
80 to 84 Years197 (2.4%)254 (2.5%)
85 Years and over53 (0.6%)391 (3.9%)
Total8,251 (100.0%)10,050 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Lenoir

Median Family Size in Lenoir

The median family size in Lenoir is 3.14 persons per family, with married-couple families (2,768 | 62.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.27 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (307 | 6.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.54 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Lenoir
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple2,768 (62.0%)3.27
Single Male/Father307 (6.9%)2.54
Single Female/Mother1,393 (31.2%)3.01
Total Families4,468 (100.0%)3.14

Median Household Size in Lenoir

The median household size in Lenoir is 2.33 persons per household, with married-couple households (2,768 | 36.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.28 persons per household. non-family households (3,144 | 41.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.07 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Lenoir
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple2,768 (36.4%)3.28
Single Male/Father307 (4.0%)3.00
Single Female/Mother1,393 (18.3%)3.14
Non-family3,144 (41.3%)1.07
Total Households7,612 (100.0%)2.33

Household Size by Marriage Status in Lenoir

Out of a total of 7,612 households in Lenoir, 4,468 (58.7%) are family households, while 3,144 (41.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,273, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,988.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Lenoir
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-2,988 (39.3%)
2-Person Households2,273 (29.9%)147 (1.9%)
3-Person Households686 (9.0%)9 (0.1%)
4-Person Households960 (12.6%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households308 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households123 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households118 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,468 (58.7%)3,144 (41.3%)

Female Fertility in Lenoir

Fertility by Age in Lenoir

Average fertility rate in Lenoir is 52.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 64.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 52.4% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Lenoir
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years101 (47.6%)64.0
35 to 50 years111 (52.4%)64.0
Total212 (100.0%)52.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Lenoir

42.0% of women with births (212) in Lenoir are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 72.1% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 42.6% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Lenoir
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years58 (57.4%)43 (42.6%)
35 to 50 years31 (27.9%)80 (72.1%)
Total89 (42.0%)123 (58.0%)

Fertility by Education in Lenoir

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Lenoir
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School31 (14.6%)37.0
High School Diploma58 (27.4%)52.0
College or Associate's Degree70 (33.0%)51.0
Bachelor's Degree53 (25.0%)77.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total212 (100.0%)52.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Lenoir

58.0% of women with births in Lenoir are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 60.4% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 84.3% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Lenoir
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School18 (58.1%)13 (41.9%)
High School Diploma28 (48.3%)30 (51.7%)
College or Associate's Degree11 (15.7%)59 (84.3%)
Bachelor's Degree32 (60.4%)21 (39.6%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total89 (42.0%)123 (58.0%)

Income in Lenoir

Income Overview in Lenoir

Per Capita Income in Lenoir is $25,697, while median incomes of families and households are $65,259 and $44,802 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income18,301$25,697
Median Family Income4,468$65,259
Mean Family Income4,468$75,490
Median Household Income7,612$44,802
Mean Household Income7,612$59,582
Income Deficit4,468$12,608
Wage / Income Gap (%)18,30118.88%
Wage / Income Gap ($)18,30181.12¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index18,3010.43

Earnings by Sex in Lenoir

Average Earnings in Lenoir are $30,943, $35,080 for men and $28,456 for women, a difference of 18.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Lenoir
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male4,295 (50.4%)$35,080
Female4,234 (49.6%)$28,456
Total8,529 (100.0%)$30,943

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Lenoir

The most common earnings brackets in Lenoir are $25,000 to $29,999 for men (486 | 11.3%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (526 | 12.4%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Lenoir
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less168 (3.9%)263 (6.2%)
$2,500 to $4,999251 (5.8%)205 (4.8%)
$5,000 to $7,49949 (1.1%)353 (8.3%)
$7,500 to $9,99935 (0.8%)192 (4.5%)
$10,000 to $12,49939 (0.9%)306 (7.2%)
$12,500 to $14,99940 (0.9%)102 (2.4%)
$15,000 to $17,499184 (4.3%)66 (1.6%)
$17,500 to $19,999202 (4.7%)29 (0.7%)
$20,000 to $22,499229 (5.3%)249 (5.9%)
$22,500 to $24,999224 (5.2%)184 (4.3%)
$25,000 to $29,999486 (11.3%)252 (5.9%)
$30,000 to $34,999239 (5.6%)526 (12.4%)
$35,000 to $39,999173 (4.0%)271 (6.4%)
$40,000 to $44,999253 (5.9%)409 (9.7%)
$45,000 to $49,999373 (8.7%)95 (2.2%)
$50,000 to $54,999246 (5.7%)64 (1.5%)
$55,000 to $64,999267 (6.2%)138 (3.3%)
$65,000 to $74,999100 (2.3%)167 (3.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999440 (10.2%)252 (5.9%)
$100,000+297 (6.9%)111 (2.6%)
Total4,295 (100.0%)4,234 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Lenoir

Average earnings in Lenoir are $43,924 for men and $31,141 for women, a difference of 29.1%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $74,250, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $34,688. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $71,875, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $7,785.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Lenoir
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$37,740$7,785
High School Diploma$34,688$29,032
College or Associate's Degree$48,255$25,601
Bachelor's Degree$74,250$43,456
Graduate Degree--
Total$43,924$31,141

Family Income in Lenoir

Family Income Brackets in Lenoir

According to the Lenoir family income data, there are 1,023 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.9% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 143 families (3.2%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Lenoir
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001743.9%
$10,000 to $14,9991433.2%
$15,000 to $24,9993086.9%
$25,000 to $34,99951411.5%
$35,000 to $49,99953211.9%
$50,000 to $74,9991,02322.9%
$75,000 to $99,99963014.1%
$100,000 to $149,99971015.9%
$150,000 to $199,9992866.4%
$200,000+1433.2%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Lenoir

7+ person families (118 | 2.6%) account for the highest median family income in Lenoir with $118,173 per family, while 2-person families (2,363 | 52.9%) have the highest median income of $28,966 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Lenoir
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families2,363 (52.9%)$57,932
3-Person Families824 (18.4%)$70,304
4-Person Families786 (17.6%)$81,250
5-Person Families312 (7.0%)$53,958
6-Person Families65 (1.5%)$73,068
7+ Person Families118 (2.6%)$118,173
Total4,468 (100.0%)$65,259

Family Income by Number of Earners in Lenoir

The median family income in Lenoir is $65,259, with families comprising 2 earners (1,807) having the highest median family income of $82,784, while families with 1 earner (1,644) have the lowest median family income of $42,227, accounting for 40.4% and 36.8% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Lenoir
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners764 (17.1%)$43,667
1 Earner1,644 (36.8%)$42,227
2 Earners1,807 (40.4%)$82,784
3+ Earners253 (5.7%)$78,750
Total4,468 (100.0%)$65,259

Household Income in Lenoir

Household Income Brackets in Lenoir

With 1,500 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Lenoir, accounting for 19.7% of all households. In contrast, only 145 households (1.9%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Lenoir
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0004495.9%
$10,000 to $14,9995567.3%
$15,000 to $24,9991,01213.3%
$25,000 to $34,9991,05813.9%
$35,000 to $49,99998212.9%
$50,000 to $74,9991,50019.7%
$75,000 to $99,9996708.8%
$100,000 to $149,99990611.9%
$150,000 to $199,9993354.4%
$200,000+1451.9%

Household Income by Householder Age in Lenoir

The median household income in Lenoir is $44,802, with the highest median household income of $66,236 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,877 households (37.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $29,766, with 2,578 households (33.9%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Lenoir
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years244 (3.2%)$36,762
25 to 44 Years1,913 (25.1%)$46,585
45 to 64 Years2,877 (37.8%)$66,236
65+ Years2,578 (33.9%)$29,766
Total7,612 (100.0%)$44,802

Poverty in Lenoir

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Lenoir

With 15.9% poverty level for males and 16.1% for females among the residents of Lenoir, under 5 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 266 males (39.6%) and 23 females (37.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Lenoir
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years266 (39.6%)137 (34.4%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)23 (37.7%)
6 to 11 Years248 (38.5%)164 (26.6%)
12 to 14 Years13 (4.9%)87 (25.7%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)53 (36.8%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)75 (31.5%)
18 to 24 Years193 (19.4%)40 (4.3%)
25 to 34 Years137 (14.9%)220 (21.4%)
35 to 44 Years111 (13.4%)225 (23.4%)
45 to 54 Years64 (6.6%)128 (8.8%)
55 to 64 Years74 (6.2%)62 (5.2%)
65 to 74 Years89 (12.4%)286 (19.1%)
75 Years and over69 (14.5%)81 (8.3%)
Total1,264 (15.9%)1,581 (16.1%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Lenoir

According to the poverty statistics in Lenoir, males aged 5 years and females aged 18 to 24 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 95.7% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Lenoir
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years406 (60.4%)261 (65.6%)
5 Years48 (100.0%)38 (62.3%)
6 to 11 Years397 (61.6%)453 (73.4%)
12 to 14 Years253 (95.1%)252 (74.3%)
15 Years68 (100.0%)91 (63.2%)
16 and 17 Years167 (100.0%)163 (68.5%)
18 to 24 Years802 (80.6%)893 (95.7%)
25 to 34 Years783 (85.1%)810 (78.6%)
35 to 44 Years718 (86.6%)737 (76.6%)
45 to 54 Years901 (93.4%)1,319 (91.1%)
55 to 64 Years1,128 (93.8%)1,119 (94.8%)
65 to 74 Years629 (87.6%)1,208 (80.9%)
75 Years and over406 (85.5%)891 (91.7%)
Total6,706 (84.1%)8,235 (83.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Lenoir

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Lenoir show that 4.7% or 129 of the total 2,768 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 35.0%, comprising of 28 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 1.9%, which includes 33 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Lenoir
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children1,735 (98.1%)33 (1.9%)
1 or 2 Children688 (93.2%)50 (6.8%)
3 or 4 Children164 (90.1%)18 (9.9%)
5 or more Children52 (65.0%)28 (35.0%)
Total2,639 (95.3%)129 (4.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Lenoir

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Lenoir
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)15 (2.2%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)297 (46.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)58 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)370 (26.6%)

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

The poverty data for Lenoir shows that 129 of the married-couple family households (4.7%) and 370 of the single-parent households (21.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 28 households (35.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 58 household (85.3%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Lenoir
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children33 (1.9%)15 (1.9%)
1 or 2 Children50 (6.8%)297 (35.6%)
3 or 4 Children18 (9.9%)58 (85.3%)
5 or more Children28 (35.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total129 (4.7%)370 (21.8%)

Employment Characteristics in Lenoir

Employment by Class of Employer in Lenoir

Among the 7,227 employed individuals in Lenoir, private company employees (4,754 | 65.8%), not-for-profit organizations (718 | 9.9%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (476 | 6.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Lenoir
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees4,75465.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)2813.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)4766.6%
Not-for-profit Organizations7189.9%
Local Government Employees3534.9%
State Government Employees4215.8%
Federal Government Employees1321.8%
Unpaid Family Workers921.3%
Total7,227100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Lenoir

According to the labor force statistics for Lenoir, out of the total population over 16 years of age (14,970), 53.9% or 8,069 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.8% or 549 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 55 to 59 years, with 80.3% or 939 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 32.5% or 190 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Lenoir
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years585 (53.6%)190 (32.5%)
20 to 24 Years1,008 (79.4%)87 (8.6%)
25 to 29 Years529 (66.3%)4 (0.8%)
30 to 34 Years889 (72.7%)127 (14.3%)
35 to 44 Years1,380 (75.9%)23 (1.7%)
45 to 54 Years1,712 (69.8%)101 (5.9%)
55 to 59 Years939 (80.3%)13 (1.4%)
60 to 64 Years653 (51.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years302 (13.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over72 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total8,069 (53.9%)549 (6.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Lenoir

According to labor force statistics for Lenoir, 69.9% of individuals (6,104) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (8,732) are in the labor force, with 4.4% or 269 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 83.7% or 1,349 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 19.2% or 124 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Lenoir
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School646 (59.5%)208 (19.2%)
High School Diploma1,861 (70.4%)40 (1.5%)
College / Associate Degree2,245 (66.2%)139 (4.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,349 (83.7%)27 (1.7%)
Total6,104 (69.9%)384 (4.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Lenoir

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lenoir are Community & Social Service (829 | 11.0%), Management (621 | 8.3%), Education Instruction & Library (554 | 7.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (313 | 4.2%), and Business & Financial (177 | 2.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Lenoir

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lenoir, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (88.2%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (73.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (87.9%), and Education Instruction & Library (87.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Lenoir
OccupationMaleFemale
Management324 (52.2%)297 (47.8%)
Business & Financial45 (25.4%)132 (74.6%)
Computers, Engineering & Science103 (73.1%)38 (27.0%)
Computers & Mathematics63 (62.4%)38 (37.6%)
Architecture & Engineering40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 229 (27.6%)600 (72.4%)
Education, Arts & Media25 (23.4%)82 (76.6%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library69 (12.4%)485 (87.5%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment135 (88.2%)18 (11.8%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating38 (12.1%)275 (87.9%)
Health Technologists26 (19.0%)111 (81.0%)
Total (Category)739 (35.5%)1,342 (64.5%)
Total (Overall)3,874 (51.5%)3,647 (48.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Lenoir are Food Preparation & Serving (498 | 6.6%), Healthcare Support (497 | 6.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (266 | 3.5%), Security & Protection (152 | 2.0%), and Law Enforcement (88 | 1.2%).
Services Occupations in Lenoir

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Lenoir, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (60.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Lenoir
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)497 (100.0%)
Security & Protection152 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention64 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement88 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving198 (39.8%)300 (60.2%)
Cleaning & Maintenance132 (49.6%)134 (50.4%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)88 (100.0%)
Total (Category)482 (32.1%)1,019 (67.9%)
Total (Overall)3,874 (51.5%)3,647 (48.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Lenoir are Office & Administration (873 | 11.6%), and Sales & Related (668 | 8.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Lenoir

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Lenoir
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related432 (64.7%)236 (35.3%)
Office & Administration231 (26.5%)642 (73.5%)
Total (Category)663 (43.0%)878 (57.0%)
Total (Overall)3,874 (51.5%)3,647 (48.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Lenoir are Construction & Extraction (453 | 6.0%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (375 | 5.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Lenoir

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Lenoir
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction439 (96.9%)14 (3.1%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair375 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)814 (98.3%)14 (1.7%)
Total (Overall)3,874 (51.5%)3,647 (48.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Lenoir are Production (695 | 9.2%), Material Moving (564 | 7.5%), and Transportation (311 | 4.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Lenoir

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Lenoir
OccupationMaleFemale
Production433 (62.3%)262 (37.7%)
Transportation278 (89.4%)33 (10.6%)
Material Moving465 (82.5%)99 (17.5%)
Total (Category)1,176 (74.9%)394 (25.1%)
Total (Overall)3,874 (51.5%)3,647 (48.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Lenoir

Employment Industries in Lenoir

The major employment industries in Lenoir include Manufacturing (1,251 | 16.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,123 | 14.9%), Retail Trade (868 | 11.5%), Educational Services (677 | 9.0%), and Wholesale Trade (553 | 7.3%).
Employment Industries in Lenoir

Employment Industries by Sex in Lenoir

The Lenoir industries that see more men than women are Construction (96.0%), Information (90.1%), and Transportation & Warehousing (84.3%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (88.6%), and Educational Services (85.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Lenoir
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction504 (96.0%)21 (4.0%)
Manufacturing862 (68.9%)389 (31.1%)
Wholesale Trade361 (65.3%)192 (34.7%)
Retail Trade478 (55.1%)390 (44.9%)
Transportation & Warehousing237 (84.3%)44 (15.7%)
Utilities14 (50.0%)14 (50.0%)
Information154 (90.1%)17 (9.9%)
Finance & Insurance32 (32.7%)66 (67.3%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing89 (41.2%)127 (58.8%)
Professional & Scientific62 (57.4%)46 (42.6%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support253 (76.7%)77 (23.3%)
Educational Services97 (14.3%)580 (85.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance128 (11.4%)995 (88.6%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation22 (50.0%)22 (50.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services227 (42.0%)313 (58.0%)
Public Administration104 (75.4%)34 (24.6%)
Total3,874 (51.5%)3,647 (48.5%)

Education in Lenoir

School Enrollment in Lenoir

The most common levels of schooling among the 3,630 students in Lenoir are high school (862 | 23.7%), middle school (829 | 22.8%), and elementary school (818 | 22.5%).
School Enrollment in Lenoir
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool2055.7%
Kindergarten3238.9%
Elementary School81822.5%
Middle School82922.8%
High School86223.7%
College / Undergraduate57315.8%
Graduate / Professional200.5%
Total3,630100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Lenoir

Out of a total of 3,630 students who are enrolled in schools in Lenoir, 697 (19.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,933 (80.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 79 (56.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 511 (93.2% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Lenoir
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds60 (43.2%)79 (56.8%)
5 to 9 Year Old837 (75.1%)278 (24.9%)
10 to 14 Year Olds743 (84.1%)141 (16.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds511 (93.2%)37 (6.8%)
18 to 19 Year Olds369 (82.6%)78 (17.4%)
20 to 24 Year Olds200 (80.3%)49 (19.7%)
25 to 34 Year Olds89 (82.4%)19 (17.6%)
35 Years and over123 (87.9%)17 (12.1%)
Total2,933 (80.8%)697 (19.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Lenoir

Education (657 | 27.8%), business (284 | 12.0%), arts & humanities (259 | 11.0%), science & technology (252 | 10.7%), and social sciences (159 | 6.7%) are the most common fields of study among 2,362 individuals in Lenoir who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Lenoir
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics1315.6%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural933.9%
Physical & Health Sciences271.1%
Psychology793.3%
Social Sciences1596.7%
Engineering562.4%
Multidisciplinary Studies100.4%
Science & Technology25210.7%
Business28412.0%
Education65727.8%
Literature & Languages843.6%
Liberal Arts & History1104.7%
Visual & Performing Arts753.2%
Communications863.6%
Arts & Humanities25911.0%
Total2,362100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Lenoir

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Lenoir

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Lenoir are males with 2 vehicles (1,488, accounting for 39.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,089, making up 43.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Lenoir
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle68 (1.8%)128 (3.7%)
1 Vehicle646 (17.1%)869 (25.3%)
2 Vehicles1,488 (39.4%)1,089 (31.7%)
3 Vehicles744 (19.7%)875 (25.5%)
4 Vehicles618 (16.3%)349 (10.2%)
5 or more Vehicles217 (5.7%)121 (3.5%)
Total3,781 (100.0%)3,431 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Lenoir

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Lenoir are 10 to 14 minutes (1,519 commuters, 22.7%), 5 to 9 minutes (1,314 commuters, 19.6%), and 15 to 19 minutes (816 commuters, 12.2%).
Commute Time in Lenoir
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes2163.2%
5 to 9 Minutes1,31419.6%
10 to 14 Minutes1,51922.7%
15 to 19 Minutes81612.2%
20 to 24 Minutes4807.2%
25 to 29 Minutes4336.5%
30 to 34 Minutes78811.8%
35 to 39 Minutes1402.1%
40 to 44 Minutes3545.3%
45 to 59 Minutes2403.6%
60 to 89 Minutes330.5%
90 or more Minutes3595.4%

Commute Time by Sex in Lenoir

The most common commute times in Lenoir are 10 to 14 minutes (905 commuters, 26.3%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (812 commuters, 25.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Lenoir
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes117 (3.4%)99 (3.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes502 (14.6%)812 (25.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes905 (26.3%)614 (18.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes289 (8.4%)527 (16.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes223 (6.5%)257 (7.9%)
25 to 29 Minutes157 (4.6%)276 (8.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes439 (12.8%)349 (10.7%)
35 to 39 Minutes99 (2.9%)41 (1.3%)
40 to 44 Minutes177 (5.1%)177 (5.4%)
45 to 59 Minutes173 (5.0%)67 (2.1%)
60 to 89 Minutes16 (0.5%)17 (0.5%)
90 or more Minutes342 (9.9%)17 (0.5%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Lenoir

The most frequent times of departure to work in Lenoir are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (641, 18.6%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (671, 20.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Lenoir
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM194 (5.6%)170 (5.2%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM170 (4.9%)12 (0.4%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM162 (4.7%)155 (4.8%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM607 (17.6%)246 (7.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM231 (6.7%)281 (8.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM641 (18.6%)671 (20.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM388 (11.3%)516 (15.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM282 (8.2%)352 (10.8%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM120 (3.5%)212 (6.5%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM205 (6.0%)93 (2.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM8 (0.2%)126 (3.9%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM12 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM179 (5.2%)252 (7.7%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM240 (7.0%)167 (5.1%)
Total3,439 (100.0%)3,253 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Lenoir

Occupancy by Ownership in Lenoir

Of the total 7,612 dwellings in Lenoir, owner-occupied units account for 4,876 (64.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,736 (35.9%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Lenoir
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units4,87664.1%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units2,73635.9%
Total Occupied Housing Units7,612100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Lenoir

Occupancy by Household Size in Lenoir
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household2,98839.3%
2-Person Household2,42031.8%
3-Person Household6959.1%
4+ Person Household1,50919.8%
Total Housing Units7,612100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Lenoir

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Lenoir
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household1,514 (50.7%)1,474 (49.3%)
2-Person Household1,854 (76.6%)566 (23.4%)
3-Person Household374 (53.8%)321 (46.2%)
4+ Person Household1,134 (75.1%)375 (24.8%)
Total Housing Units4,876 (64.1%)2,736 (35.9%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Lenoir

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Lenoir
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School592 (50.8%)574 (49.2%)
High School Diploma1,453 (56.2%)1,133 (43.8%)
College/Associate Degree1,623 (66.5%)817 (33.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,208 (85.1%)212 (14.9%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Lenoir

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Lenoir
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1,04313.7%
35 to 44 Years1,11414.6%
45 to 54 Years1,38618.2%
55 to 64 Years1,49119.6%
65 to 74 Years1,57220.6%
75 to 84 Years76210.0%
85 Years and Over2443.2%
Total7,612100.0%

Housing Finances in Lenoir

Median Income by Occupancy in Lenoir

Median Income by Occupancy in Lenoir
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied4,876 (64.1%)$57,696
Renter-Occupied2,736 (35.9%)$27,058
Average7,612 (100.0%)$44,802

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Lenoir

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Lenoir
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00058 (1.2%)109 (4.0%)
$5,000 to $9,99945 (0.9%)240 (8.8%)
$10,000 to $14,999126 (2.6%)430 (15.7%)
$15,000 to $19,999260 (5.3%)400 (14.6%)
$20,000 to $24,999301 (6.2%)54 (2.0%)
$25,000 to $34,999531 (10.9%)530 (19.4%)
$35,000 to $49,999682 (14.0%)298 (10.9%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,067 (21.9%)431 (15.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999519 (10.6%)149 (5.4%)
$100,000 to $149,999867 (17.8%)40 (1.5%)
$150,000 or more420 (8.6%)55 (2.0%)
Total4,876 (100.0%)2,736 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Lenoir

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Lenoir
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3001,104 (22.6%)368 (13.5%)
$300 to $499998 (20.5%)293 (10.7%)
$500 to $799933 (19.1%)1,175 (42.9%)
$800 to $999324 (6.6%)504 (18.4%)
$1,000 to $1,4991,039 (21.3%)152 (5.6%)
$1,500 to $1,999340 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,499138 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,876 (100.0%)2,736 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Lenoir

Housing Structures in Lenoir

Housing Structures in Lenoir
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached5,10867.1%
Single Unit, Attached1451.9%
2 Unit Apartments3064.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments5467.2%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments3034.0%
10 or more Apartments6788.9%
Mobile Home / Other5266.9%
Total7,612100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Lenoir

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Lenoir
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached4,435 (86.8%)673 (13.2%)
Single Unit, Attached90 (62.1%)55 (37.9%)
2 Unit Apartments23 (7.5%)283 (92.5%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)546 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments37 (12.2%)266 (87.8%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)678 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other291 (55.3%)235 (44.7%)
Total4,876 (64.1%)2,736 (35.9%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Lenoir

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Lenoir
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)113 (4.1%)
2 or 3 Rooms127 (2.6%)920 (33.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms1,571 (32.2%)1,212 (44.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,844 (37.8%)337 (12.3%)
8 or more Rooms1,334 (27.4%)154 (5.6%)
Total4,876 (100.0%)2,736 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Lenoir

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Lenoir
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas1,484 (30.4%)772 (28.2%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas130 (2.7%)20 (0.7%)
Electricity2,827 (58.0%)1,875 (68.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene405 (8.3%)12 (0.4%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels30 (0.6%)9 (0.3%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)48 (1.8%)
Total4,876 (100.0%)2,736 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Lenoir

Household Vehicle Usage in Lenoir
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle74 (1.5%)502 (18.3%)
1 Vehicle1,674 (34.3%)1,508 (55.1%)
2 Vehicles1,617 (33.2%)629 (23.0%)
3 or more Vehicles1,511 (31.0%)97 (3.5%)
Total4,876 (100.0%)2,736 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Lenoir

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Lenoir

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units2,5282,348
Median Property Value$122,700$168,500
Median Household Income$51,887$205
Monthly Housing Costs$333$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,052$23

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Lenoir

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Lenoir
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000389 (15.4%)51 (2.2%)
$50,000 to $99,999730 (28.9%)467 (19.9%)
$100,000 to $299,9991,293 (51.1%)1,617 (68.9%)
$300,000 to $499,99997 (3.8%)197 (8.4%)
$500,000 to $749,9995 (0.2%)16 (0.7%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more14 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,528 (100.0%)2,348 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Lenoir

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Lenoir
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00076 (3.0%)40 (1.7%)
$10,000 to $24,999478 (18.9%)27 (1.1%)
$25,000 to $34,999312 (12.3%)209 (8.9%)
$35,000 to $49,999281 (11.1%)219 (9.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999674 (26.7%)401 (17.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999200 (7.9%)393 (16.7%)
$100,000 to $149,999292 (11.6%)319 (13.6%)
$150,000 or more215 (8.5%)575 (24.5%)
Total2,528 (100.0%)2,348 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Lenoir

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Lenoir
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x1,059 (41.9%)67,188 (2,861.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x423 (16.7%)961 (40.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x395 (15.6%)609 (25.9%)
4.0x or more634 (25.1%)291 (12.4%)
Total2,528 (100.0%)2,348 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Lenoir

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Lenoir
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800927 (36.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499677 (26.8%)459 (19.6%)
$800 to $1,499702 (27.8%)879 (37.4%)
Total2,528 (100.0%)2,348 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Lenoir

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lenoir

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lenoir
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years1,226 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years2,720 (89.4%)324 (10.6%)
19 to 25 Years1,093 (69.2%)486 (30.8%)
26 to 34 Years1,363 (77.3%)401 (22.7%)
35 to 44 Years1,303 (72.8%)488 (27.3%)
45 to 54 Years1,910 (79.2%)502 (20.8%)
55 to 64 Years2,058 (86.4%)325 (13.6%)
65 to 74 Years2,195 (99.2%)17 (0.8%)
75 Years and older1,447 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total15,315 (85.8%)2,543 (14.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Lenoir

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Lenoir
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born1,226 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen2,720 (89.4%)324 (10.6%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen1,093 (69.2%)486 (30.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Lenoir

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Lenoir
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0002,870 (86.7%)442 (13.4%)
$25,000 to $49,9993,186 (78.9%)851 (21.1%)
$50,000 to $74,9993,407 (81.7%)763 (18.3%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,862 (88.1%)251 (11.9%)
$100,000 and over3,940 (95.9%)168 (4.1%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lenoir

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lenoir
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6958 (78.1%)298 (24.3%)
6 to 18 Years1,661 (54.6%)1,106 (36.3%)
19 to 25 Years280 (17.7%)837 (53.0%)
25 to 34 Years261 (14.8%)1,148 (65.1%)
35 to 44 Years344 (19.2%)959 (53.5%)
45 to 54 Years522 (21.6%)1,498 (62.1%)
55 to 64 Years662 (27.8%)1,563 (65.6%)
65 to 74 Years2,192 (99.1%)860 (38.9%)
75 Years and over1,434 (99.1%)623 (43.0%)
Total8,314 (46.6%)8,892 (49.8%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Lenoir

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Lenoir
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years51 (4.3%)56 (3.9%)
18 to 34 Years411 (21.5%)148 (7.5%)
35 to 64 Years693 (23.1%)980 (27.3%)
65 to 74 Years195 (27.2%)593 (39.7%)
75 Years and over262 (55.2%)528 (54.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Lenoir

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Lenoir: <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%)20 (1.0%)
35 to 64 Years326 (10.9%)59 (1.6%)
65 to 74 Years143 (19.9%)128 (8.6%)
75 Years and over55 (11.6%)111 (11.4%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Lenoir: <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 Years233 (12.2%)27 (1.4%)
35 to 64 Years122 (4.1%)237 (6.6%)
65 to 74 Years18 (2.5%)105 (7.0%)
75 Years and over37 (7.8%)76 (7.8%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Lenoir: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years51 (4.3%)56 (3.9%)
18 to 34 Years69 (3.6%)101 (5.1%)
35 to 64 Years88 (2.9%)209 (5.8%)
65 to 74 Years3 (0.4%)67 (4.5%)
75 Years and over60 (12.6%)33 (3.4%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Lenoir: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years169 (8.8%)10 (0.5%)
35 to 64 Years245 (8.2%)514 (14.3%)
65 to 74 Years87 (12.1%)476 (31.9%)
75 Years and over201 (42.3%)420 (43.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Lenoir: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years2 (0.1%)6 (0.3%)
35 to 64 Years76 (2.5%)201 (5.6%)
65 to 74 Years18 (2.5%)33 (2.2%)
75 Years and over102 (21.5%)100 (10.3%)

Technology Access in Lenoir

Computing Device Access in Lenoir

Computing Device Access in Lenoir
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop4,88864.2%
Smartphone5,91277.7%
Tablet3,65948.1%
No Computing Device1,22916.2%
Total7,612100.0%

Internet Access in Lenoir

Internet Access in Lenoir
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home4,56059.9%
Cellular Data Only1,18515.6%
Satellite Internet1792.4%
No Internet1,71622.5%
Total7,612100.0%

Lenoir Summary

History

The history of Lenoir, North Carolina dates back to the mid-1800s when the area was first settled by European settlers. The town was originally known as Tucker’s Crossroads, named after the family who owned the land. In 1855, the town was renamed Lenoir in honor of Revolutionary War hero General William Lenoir.
Lenoir was an important stop on the North Carolina Railroad, which connected the town to the larger cities of Charlotte and Raleigh. This allowed Lenoir to become an important center of commerce and industry. The town was home to several factories, including a cotton mill, a furniture factory, and a tobacco warehouse.
In the early 1900s, Lenoir was a thriving community with a population of over 3,000 people. The town was home to several churches, schools, and businesses. The town was also home to a number of prominent citizens, including the first African-American mayor of Lenoir, William J. White.
Lenoir experienced a period of decline in the mid-1900s as the railroad industry declined and the factories closed. The population of Lenoir decreased to just over 2,000 people by the 1970s.
In the late 1970s, Lenoir began to experience a period of revitalization. The town was designated as a Main Street Community in 1979, and the downtown area was revitalized with new businesses and restaurants. The population of Lenoir has grown steadily since then, and the town now has a population of over 18,000 people.

Geography

Lenoir is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in western North Carolina. The town is situated in Caldwell County, and is bordered by the towns of Granite Falls, Hudson, and Morganton. The town is located at the intersection of US Highway 321 and NC Highway 18.
Lenoir is located in a hilly region, with elevations ranging from 1,000 to 2,000 feet above sea level. The town is located in a temperate climate, with mild winters and hot, humid summers.

Economy

The economy of Lenoir is largely based on manufacturing and tourism. The town is home to several factories, including a furniture factory, a textile mill, and a plastics plant. The town is also home to several restaurants, shops, and other businesses.
Lenoir is also a popular tourist destination, with several attractions in the area. The town is home to the Caldwell County Historical Museum, the Lenoir Nature Preserve, and the Lenoir Aquatic Center. The town is also home to several wineries and breweries, as well as several golf courses.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Lenoir was 18,228. The population is largely white (83.3%), with African-Americans making up 11.3% of the population. The median household income in Lenoir is $37,845, and the median age is 38.7 years. The town has a poverty rate of 17.3%.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Lenoir?
Total Population of Lenoir is 18,301.
What is the Total Male Population of Lenoir?
Total Male Population of Lenoir is 8,251.
What is the Total Female Population of Lenoir?
Total Female Population of Lenoir is 10,050.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Lenoir?
There are 82.10 Males per 100 Females in Lenoir.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Lenoir?
There are 121.80 Females per 100 Males in Lenoir.
What is the Median Population Age in Lenoir?
Median Population Age in Lenoir is 43.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Lenoir
Average Family Size in Lenoir is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Lenoir
Average Household Size in Lenoir is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Lenoir?
Per Capita income in Lenoir is $25,697.
What is the Median Family Income in Lenoir?
Median Family Income in Lenoir is $65,259.
What is the Median Household income in Lenoir?
Median Household Income in Lenoir is $44,802.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Lenoir?
Income or Wage Gap in Lenoir is 18.9%.
Women in Lenoir earn 81.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Lenoir?
Family Income Deficit in Lenoir is $12,608.
Families that are below poverty line in Lenoir earn $12,608 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Lenoir?
Inequality or Gini Index in Lenoir is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Lenoir?
There are 8,069 People in the Labor Forcein in Lenoir.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Lenoir?
53.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Lenoir.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Lenoir?
Unemployment Rate in Lenoir is 6.8%.