Bent Creek, NC

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Bent Creek Map

Bent Creek Overview

1,536
TOTAL POPULATION
722
MALE POPULATION
814
FEMALE POPULATION
88.70
MALES / 100 FEMALES
112.74
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$47,322
PER CAPITA INCOME
$106,833
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$77,355
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
38.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
61.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.51
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
902
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
77.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
13.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Race in Bent Creek

The most populous races in Bent Creek are White / Caucasian (1,461 | 95.1%), Hispanic or Latino (69 | 4.5%), and Two or more Races (41 | 2.7%).
Race in Bent Creek
Race# Population% Population
Asian171.1%
Black / African American10.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino694.5%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,46195.1%
Two or more Races412.7%
Some other Race161.0%
Total1,536100.0%

Ancestry in Bent Creek

The most populous ancestries reported in Bent Creek are English (513 | 33.4%), German (227 | 14.8%), Irish (225 | 14.6%), Greek (126 | 8.2%), and Italian (114 | 7.4%), together accounting for 78.4% of all Bent Creek residents.
Ancestry in Bent Creek
Ancestry# Population% Population
American211.4%
Austrian402.6%
Colombian10.1%
Danish795.1%
English51333.4%
European1077.0%
French161.0%
German22714.8%
Greek1268.2%
Irish22514.6%
Italian1147.4%
Korean241.6%
Lithuanian120.8%
Peruvian483.1%
Polish845.5%
Puerto Rican201.3%
Scandinavian875.7%
Scotch-Irish815.3%
Scottish151.0%
South American493.2%
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Immigrants in Bent Creek

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Bent Creek came from Asia (17 | 1.1%), Eastern Europe (17 | 1.1%), Europe (17 | 1.1%), Philippines (17 | 1.1%), and Poland (17 | 1.1%), together accounting for 5.6% of all Bent Creek residents.
Immigrants in Bent Creek
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia171.1%
Eastern Europe171.1%
Europe171.1%
Latin America151.0%
Peru151.0%
Philippines171.1%
Poland171.1%
South America151.0%
South Eastern Asia171.1%
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Sex and Age in Bent Creek

Sex and Age in Bent Creek

The most populous age groups in Bent Creek are 45 to 49 Years (156 | 21.6%) for men and 40 to 44 Years (191 | 23.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Bent Creek
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years123 (17.0%)10 (1.2%)
5 to 9 Years0 (0.0%)128 (15.7%)
10 to 14 Years10 (1.4%)79 (9.7%)
15 to 19 Years83 (11.5%)18 (2.2%)
20 to 24 Years39 (5.4%)33 (4.1%)
25 to 29 Years7 (1.0%)17 (2.1%)
30 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)13 (1.6%)
35 to 39 Years32 (4.4%)92 (11.3%)
40 to 44 Years94 (13.0%)191 (23.5%)
45 to 49 Years156 (21.6%)15 (1.8%)
50 to 54 Years68 (9.4%)43 (5.3%)
55 to 59 Years53 (7.3%)23 (2.8%)
60 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 69 Years0 (0.0%)62 (7.6%)
70 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)24 (2.9%)
75 to 79 Years44 (6.1%)28 (3.4%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)25 (3.1%)
85 Years and over13 (1.8%)13 (1.6%)
Total722 (100.0%)814 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Bent Creek

Median Family Size in Bent Creek

The median family size in Bent Creek is 3.68 persons per family, with single male/father families (29 | 9.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.34 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (56 | 17.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.13 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Bent Creek
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple233 (73.3%)3.73
Single Male/Father29 (9.1%)4.34
Single Female/Mother56 (17.6%)3.13
Total Families318 (100.0%)3.68

Median Household Size in Bent Creek

The median household size in Bent Creek is 3.07 persons per household, with single male/father households (29 | 5.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 5.86 persons per household. non-family households (181 | 36.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.64 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Bent Creek
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple233 (46.7%)3.73
Single Male/Father29 (5.8%)5.86
Single Female/Mother56 (11.2%)3.52
Non-family181 (36.3%)1.64
Total Households499 (100.0%)3.07

Household Size by Marriage Status in Bent Creek

Out of a total of 499 households in Bent Creek, 318 (63.7%) are family households, while 181 (36.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 4-person households, comprising 170, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 127.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Bent Creek
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-127 (25.5%)
2-Person Households20 (4.0%)54 (10.8%)
3-Person Households128 (25.7%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households170 (34.1%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total318 (63.7%)181 (36.3%)

Female Fertility in Bent Creek

Fertility by Age in Bent Creek

Average fertility rate in Bent Creek is 28.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 35.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Bent Creek
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years12 (100.0%)35.0
Total12 (100.0%)28.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Bent Creek

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Bent Creek
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Bent Creek

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Bent Creek
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree12 (100.0%)83.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total12 (100.0%)28.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Bent Creek

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Bent Creek
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Bent Creek

Income Overview in Bent Creek

Per Capita Income in Bent Creek is $47,322, while median incomes of families and households are $106,833 and $77,355 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,536$47,322
Median Family Income318$106,833
Mean Family Income318$182,880
Median Household Income499$77,355
Mean Household Income499$139,328
Income Deficit318$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,53638.62%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,53661.38¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,5360.51

Earnings by Sex in Bent Creek

Average Earnings in Bent Creek are $48,185, $56,029 for men and $34,391 for women, a difference of 38.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Bent Creek
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male404 (48.1%)$56,029
Female435 (51.8%)$34,391
Total839 (100.0%)$48,185

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Bent Creek

The most common earnings brackets in Bent Creek are $100,000+ for men (96 | 23.8%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (69 | 15.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Bent Creek
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,99948 (11.9%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,49939 (9.7%)44 (10.1%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)16 (3.7%)
$10,000 to $12,4997 (1.7%)18 (4.1%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)15 (3.5%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)69 (15.9%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)65 (14.9%)
$35,000 to $39,99924 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)48 (11.0%)
$45,000 to $49,99931 (7.7%)18 (4.1%)
$50,000 to $54,99925 (6.2%)22 (5.1%)
$55,000 to $64,99968 (16.8%)17 (3.9%)
$65,000 to $74,99946 (11.4%)33 (7.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99920 (5.0%)29 (6.7%)
$100,000+96 (23.8%)41 (9.4%)
Total404 (100.0%)435 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Bent Creek

Average earnings in Bent Creek are $65,515 for men and $40,365 for women, a difference of 38.4%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $148,105, while those with graduate degree education earn the least with $148,105. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $41,432, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $29,167.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Bent Creek
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree$148,105$0
Total$65,515$40,365

Family Income in Bent Creek

Family Income Brackets in Bent Creek

According to the Bent Creek family income data, there are 76 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.9% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Bent Creek
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,9993310.4%
$35,000 to $49,999319.7%
$50,000 to $74,9995918.6%
$75,000 to $99,999257.9%
$100,000 to $149,9997623.9%
$150,000 to $199,9993611.3%
$200,000+5818.2%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Bent Creek

3-person families (135 | 42.4%) account for the highest median family income in Bent Creek with $118,578 per family, while 3-person families (135 | 42.4%) have the highest median income of $39,526 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Bent Creek
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families42 (13.2%)$0
3-Person Families135 (42.4%)$118,578
4-Person Families141 (44.3%)$106,083
5-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total318 (100.0%)$106,833

Family Income by Number of Earners in Bent Creek

Family Income by Number of Earners in Bent Creek
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners37 (11.6%)$0
1 Earner120 (37.7%)$68,103
2 Earners121 (38.1%)$0
3+ Earners40 (12.6%)$0
Total318 (100.0%)$106,833

Household Income in Bent Creek

Household Income Brackets in Bent Creek

With 120 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Bent Creek, accounting for 24.0% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Bent Creek
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000132.6%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,999499.8%
$35,000 to $49,9998717.4%
$50,000 to $74,9996012.0%
$75,000 to $99,99912024.0%
$100,000 to $149,9997615.2%
$150,000 to $199,999367.2%
$200,000+5811.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in Bent Creek

The median household income in Bent Creek is $77,355, with the highest median household income of $76,053 found in the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 166 households (33.3%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Bent Creek
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years148 (29.7%)$0
45 to 64 Years185 (37.1%)$73,578
65+ Years166 (33.3%)$76,053
Total499 (100.0%)$77,355

Poverty in Bent Creek

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Bent Creek

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Bent Creek
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)44 (15.5%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)13 (19.7%)
Total0 (0.0%)57 (7.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Bent Creek

According to the poverty statistics in Bent Creek, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Bent Creek
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years123 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)49 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)129 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years10 (100.0%)28 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years77 (100.0%)33 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years7 (100.0%)30 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years126 (100.0%)239 (84.5%)
45 to 54 Years224 (100.0%)58 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years53 (100.0%)23 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)86 (100.0%)
75 Years and over57 (100.0%)53 (80.3%)
Total720 (100.0%)755 (93.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Bent Creek

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Bent Creek
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children74 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children159 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total233 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Bent Creek

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

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

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

Employment Characteristics in Bent Creek

Employment by Class of Employer in Bent Creek

Among the 778 employed individuals in Bent Creek, private company employees (561 | 72.1%), self-employed (incorporated) (89 | 11.4%), and not-for-profit organizations (52 | 6.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Bent Creek
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees56172.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)8911.4%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)273.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations526.7%
Local Government Employees222.8%
State Government Employees273.5%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total778100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Bent Creek

According to the labor force statistics for Bent Creek, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,168), 77.2% or 902 individuals are in the labor force, with 13.7% or 124 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 72 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 100.0% or 22 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Bent Creek
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years22 (26.5%)22 (100.0%)
20 to 24 Years72 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years7 (29.2%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years13 (100.0%)13 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years350 (85.6%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years282 (100.0%)76 (27.0%)
55 to 59 Years76 (100.0%)13 (17.1%)
60 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years65 (75.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over15 (12.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total902 (77.2%)124 (13.7%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Bent Creek

According to labor force statistics for Bent Creek, 90.5% of individuals (728) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (804) are in the labor force, with 14.0% or 102 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of less than high school, with 100.0% or 93 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 81.7% or 76 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Bent Creek
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School93 (100.0%)76 (81.7%)
High School Diploma114 (87.0%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree226 (91.9%)14 (5.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher295 (88.3%)15 (4.4%)
Total728 (90.5%)113 (14.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Bent Creek

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Bent Creek are Management (158 | 20.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (126 | 16.2%), Health Technologists (70 | 9.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (68 | 8.7%), and Computers & Mathematics (68 | 8.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Bent Creek

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Bent Creek, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Legal Services & Support (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), and Community & Social Service (73.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Bent Creek
OccupationMaleFemale
Management106 (67.1%)52 (32.9%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)44 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science68 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics68 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 15 (26.3%)42 (73.7%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)42 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating47 (37.3%)79 (62.7%)
Health Technologists31 (44.3%)39 (55.7%)
Total (Category)236 (52.1%)217 (47.9%)
Total (Overall)343 (44.1%)435 (55.9%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Bent Creek are Cleaning & Maintenance (20 | 2.6%), Security & Protection (7 | 0.9%), and Law Enforcement (7 | 0.9%).
Services Occupations in Bent Creek

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Bent Creek
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)343 (44.1%)435 (55.9%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Bent Creek are Office & Administration (204 | 26.2%), and Sales & Related (53 | 6.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Bent Creek

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Bent Creek
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)53 (100.0%)
Office & Administration39 (19.1%)165 (80.9%)
Total (Category)39 (15.2%)218 (84.8%)
Total (Overall)343 (44.1%)435 (55.9%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Bent Creek

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Bent Creek
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)343 (44.1%)435 (55.9%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Bent Creek are Production (24 | 3.1%), and Transportation (17 | 2.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Bent Creek

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Bent Creek
OccupationMaleFemale
Production24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)343 (44.1%)435 (55.9%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Bent Creek

Employment Industries in Bent Creek

The major employment industries in Bent Creek include Health Care & Social Assistance (234 | 30.1%), Retail Trade (125 | 16.1%), Manufacturing (72 | 9.2%), Educational Services (64 | 8.2%), and Professional & Scientific (59 | 7.6%).
Employment Industries in Bent Creek

Employment Industries by Sex in Bent Creek

The Bent Creek industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Educational Services (82.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Bent Creek
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing24 (33.3%)48 (66.7%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Retail Trade68 (54.4%)57 (45.6%)
Transportation & Warehousing17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information25 (52.1%)23 (47.9%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific15 (25.4%)44 (74.6%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services11 (17.2%)53 (82.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance88 (37.6%)146 (62.4%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total343 (44.1%)435 (55.9%)

Education in Bent Creek

School Enrollment in Bent Creek

The most common levels of schooling among the 430 students in Bent Creek are high school (101 | 23.5%), nursery / preschool (94 | 21.9%), and elementary school (92 | 21.4%).
School Enrollment in Bent Creek
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool9421.9%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School9221.4%
Middle School7617.7%
High School10123.5%
College / Undergraduate5412.6%
Graduate / Professional133.0%
Total430100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Bent Creek

Out of a total of 430 students who are enrolled in schools in Bent Creek, 203 (47.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 227 (52.8%) 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 39 (72.2% 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 63 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Bent Creek
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds13 (28.9%)32 (71.1%)
5 to 9 Year Old52 (40.6%)76 (59.4%)
10 to 14 Year Olds33 (37.1%)56 (62.9%)
15 to 17 Year Olds63 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds15 (27.8%)39 (72.2%)
25 to 34 Year Olds13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total227 (52.8%)203 (47.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Bent Creek

Business (86 | 19.3%), arts & humanities (66 | 14.8%), psychology (60 | 13.5%), science & technology (56 | 12.6%), and visual & performing arts (51 | 11.4%) are the most common fields of study among 446 individuals in Bent Creek who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Bent Creek
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences4610.3%
Psychology6013.5%
Social Sciences286.3%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology5612.6%
Business8619.3%
Education276.0%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts5111.4%
Communications265.8%
Arts & Humanities6614.8%
Total446100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Bent Creek

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Bent Creek

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Bent Creek are males with 3 vehicles (226, accounting for 65.9%) and females with 3 vehicles (248, making up 51.9%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Bent Creek
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle7 (2.0%)135 (31.0%)
2 Vehicles110 (32.1%)52 (11.9%)
3 Vehicles226 (65.9%)248 (57.0%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total343 (100.0%)435 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Bent Creek

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Bent Creek are 15 to 19 minutes (162 commuters, 24.5%), 20 to 24 minutes (143 commuters, 21.6%), and 25 to 29 minutes (143 commuters, 21.6%).
Commute Time in Bent Creek
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes00.0%
5 to 9 Minutes71.1%
10 to 14 Minutes13720.7%
15 to 19 Minutes16224.5%
20 to 24 Minutes14321.6%
25 to 29 Minutes14321.6%
30 to 34 Minutes609.1%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes00.0%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes101.5%

Commute Time by Sex in Bent Creek

The most common commute times in Bent Creek are 15 to 19 minutes (106 commuters, 34.0%) for males and 25 to 29 minutes (126 commuters, 36.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Bent Creek
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes7 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes88 (28.2%)49 (14.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes106 (34.0%)56 (16.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes24 (7.7%)119 (34.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes17 (5.4%)126 (36.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes60 (19.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes10 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Bent Creek

The most frequent times of departure to work in Bent Creek are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (88, 28.2%) for males and 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM (134, 38.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Bent Creek
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM24 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM10 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM17 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM16 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM88 (28.2%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM0 (0.0%)54 (15.4%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM65 (20.8%)73 (20.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM31 (9.9%)74 (21.1%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)15 (4.3%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)134 (38.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM54 (17.3%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM7 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total312 (100.0%)350 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Bent Creek

Occupancy by Ownership in Bent Creek

Of the total 499 dwellings in Bent Creek, owner-occupied units account for 461 (92.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 38 (7.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Bent Creek
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units46192.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units387.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units499100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Bent Creek

Occupancy by Household Size in Bent Creek
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household12725.5%
2-Person Household7414.8%
3-Person Household12825.7%
4+ Person Household17034.1%
Total Housing Units499100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Bent Creek

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Bent Creek
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household127 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2-Person Household67 (90.5%)7 (9.5%)
3-Person Household128 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household139 (81.8%)31 (18.2%)
Total Housing Units461 (92.4%)38 (7.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Bent Creek

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Bent Creek
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma152 (95.6%)7 (4.4%)
College/Associate Degree80 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher175 (85.0%)31 (15.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Bent Creek

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Bent Creek
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years204.0%
35 to 44 Years12825.7%
45 to 54 Years13827.7%
55 to 64 Years479.4%
65 to 74 Years8617.2%
75 to 84 Years5410.8%
85 Years and Over265.2%
Total499100.0%

Housing Finances in Bent Creek

Median Income by Occupancy in Bent Creek

Median Income by Occupancy in Bent Creek
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied461 (92.4%)$83,875
Renter-Occupied38 (7.6%)$0
Average499 (100.0%)$77,355

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Bent Creek

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Bent Creek
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00013 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99942 (9.1%)7 (18.4%)
$35,000 to $49,99956 (12.1%)31 (81.6%)
$50,000 to $74,99960 (13.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999120 (26.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99976 (16.5%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more94 (20.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total461 (100.0%)38 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Bent Creek

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Bent Creek
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49996 (20.8%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79972 (15.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $99945 (9.8%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,499116 (25.2%)7 (18.4%)
$1,500 to $1,99990 (19.5%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49942 (9.1%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)31 (81.6%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total461 (100.0%)38 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Bent Creek

Housing Structures in Bent Creek

Housing Structures in Bent Creek
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached42485.0%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments71.4%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other6813.6%
Total499100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Bent Creek

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Bent Creek
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached393 (92.7%)31 (7.3%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other68 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total461 (92.4%)38 (7.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Bent Creek

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Bent Creek
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms15 (3.3%)7 (18.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms47 (10.2%)0 (0.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms268 (58.1%)31 (81.6%)
8 or more Rooms131 (28.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total461 (100.0%)38 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Bent Creek

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Bent Creek
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas209 (45.3%)31 (81.6%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity226 (49.0%)7 (18.4%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene26 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total461 (100.0%)38 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Bent Creek

Household Vehicle Usage in Bent Creek
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle13 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle152 (33.0%)7 (18.4%)
2 Vehicles86 (18.7%)31 (81.6%)
3 or more Vehicles210 (45.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total461 (100.0%)38 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Bent Creek

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Bent Creek

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units171290
Median Property Value$386,900$312,100
Median Household Income--
Monthly Housing Costs$496$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,468$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Bent Creek

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Bent Creek
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0000 (0.0%)43 (14.8%)
$50,000 to $99,99925 (14.6%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99924 (14.0%)91 (31.4%)
$300,000 to $499,99993 (54.4%)156 (53.8%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,99929 (17.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total171 (100.0%)290 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Bent Creek

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Bent Creek
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00013 (7.6%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99942 (24.6%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99938 (22.2%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)18 (6.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99924 (14.0%)60 (20.7%)
$100,000 to $149,99941 (24.0%)96 (33.1%)
$150,000 or more13 (7.6%)35 (12.1%)
Total171 (100.0%)290 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Bent Creek

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Bent Creek
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x25 (14.6%)87,045 (30,015.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x66 (38.6%)146 (50.3%)
3.0x to 3.9x12 (7.0%)21 (7.2%)
4.0x or more68 (39.8%)48 (16.6%)
Total171 (100.0%)290 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Bent Creek

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Bent Creek
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80025 (14.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49963 (36.8%)43 (14.8%)
$800 to $1,49983 (48.5%)74 (25.5%)
Total171 (100.0%)290 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Bent Creek

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Bent Creek

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Bent Creek
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years150 (82.4%)32 (17.6%)
6 to 18 Years265 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years42 (43.8%)54 (56.2%)
26 to 34 Years13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years349 (85.3%)60 (14.7%)
45 to 54 Years206 (73.1%)76 (27.0%)
55 to 64 Years76 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years86 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older123 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,310 (85.5%)222 (14.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Bent Creek

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Bent Creek
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born150 (82.4%)32 (17.6%)
Foreign Born, Citizen265 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen42 (43.8%)54 (56.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Bent Creek

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Bent Creek
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00013 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999272 (94.8%)15 (5.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999245 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999326 (89.3%)39 (10.7%)
$100,000 and over454 (73.0%)168 (27.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Bent Creek

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Bent Creek
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 67 (3.8%)150 (82.4%)
6 to 18 Years0 (0.0%)265 (100.0%)
19 to 25 Years24 (25.0%)35 (36.5%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years20 (4.9%)349 (85.3%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)206 (73.1%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)76 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years37 (43.0%)70 (81.4%)
75 Years and over123 (100.0%)68 (55.3%)
Total211 (13.8%)1,232 (80.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Bent Creek

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Bent Creek
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over29 (50.9%)41 (62.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Bent Creek

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Bent Creek: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)41 (62.1%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Bent Creek: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over29 (50.9%)28 (42.4%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Bent Creek: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over29 (50.9%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Bent Creek: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over29 (50.9%)28 (42.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Bent Creek: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over29 (50.9%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Bent Creek

Computing Device Access in Bent Creek

Computing Device Access in Bent Creek
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop43487.0%
Smartphone44889.8%
Tablet42384.8%
No Computing Device265.2%
Total499100.0%

Internet Access in Bent Creek

Internet Access in Bent Creek
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home43186.4%
Cellular Data Only428.4%
Satellite Internet132.6%
No Internet265.2%
Total499100.0%

Bent Creek Summary

Bent Creek is a small unincorporated community located in Buncombe County, North Carolina. It is situated in the Blue Ridge Mountains, approximately 10 miles south of Asheville. The community is named after the nearby Bent Creek, a tributary of the French Broad River.

History

The area that is now Bent Creek was first settled in the late 1700s by European settlers. The first settlers were primarily of English and Scottish descent. The area was originally known as “Bent Creek Settlement” and was part of the Buncombe County. In 1808, the settlement was officially incorporated as the Town of Bent Creek.
The town was a small agricultural community, with the main crops being corn, wheat, and tobacco. The town also had a few small businesses, such as a general store, a blacksmith, and a gristmill. In the late 1800s, the town began to grow as a tourist destination, with the opening of several hotels and resorts.
In the early 1900s, the town began to decline as the railroad bypassed it and the tourist industry shifted to other areas. The town was eventually abandoned in the 1950s. In the 1970s, the area was rediscovered by hikers and outdoor enthusiasts, and the town began to experience a resurgence.

Geography

Bent Creek is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina. The town is situated at an elevation of 2,400 feet, and is surrounded by the Pisgah National Forest. The town is located approximately 10 miles south of Asheville, and is accessible via US Highway 25.
The town is situated along the banks of Bent Creek, a tributary of the French Broad River. The creek is a popular destination for fishing, canoeing, and kayaking. The area is also home to a variety of wildlife, including black bears, deer, and wild turkeys.

Economy

The economy of Bent Creek is primarily based on tourism. The town is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, with a variety of activities such as hiking, camping, fishing, and canoeing. The town is also home to several small businesses, such as restaurants, gift shops, and art galleries.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Bent Creek was 1,092. The racial makeup of the town was 94.3% White, 2.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.7% Asian, and 1.9% from other races. The median household income was $37,500, and the median age was 44.

Conclusion

Bent Creek is a small unincorporated community located in Buncombe County, North Carolina. It is situated in the Blue Ridge Mountains, approximately 10 miles south of Asheville. The town was originally settled in the late 1700s, and was a small agricultural community until the early 1900s. Today, the economy of Bent Creek is primarily based on tourism, and the town is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The population of Bent Creek was 1,092 as of the 2010 census.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Bent Creek?
Total Population of Bent Creek is 1,536.
What is the Total Male Population of Bent Creek?
Total Male Population of Bent Creek is 722.
What is the Total Female Population of Bent Creek?
Total Female Population of Bent Creek is 814.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Bent Creek?
There are 88.70 Males per 100 Females in Bent Creek.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Bent Creek?
There are 112.74 Females per 100 Males in Bent Creek.
What is the Median Population Age in Bent Creek?
Median Population Age in Bent Creek is 41.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Bent Creek
Average Family Size in Bent Creek is 3.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Bent Creek
Average Household Size in Bent Creek is 3.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Bent Creek?
Per Capita income in Bent Creek is $47,322.
What is the Median Family Income in Bent Creek?
Median Family Income in Bent Creek is $106,833.
What is the Median Household income in Bent Creek?
Median Household Income in Bent Creek is $77,355.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Bent Creek?
Income or Wage Gap in Bent Creek is 38.6%.
Women in Bent Creek earn 61.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Bent Creek?
Inequality or Gini Index in Bent Creek is 0.51.
How Large is the Labor Force in Bent Creek?
There are 902 People in the Labor Forcein in Bent Creek.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Bent Creek?
77.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Bent Creek.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Bent Creek?
Unemployment Rate in Bent Creek is 13.7%.