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4,512
TOTAL POPULATION
2,148
MALE POPULATION
2,364
FEMALE POPULATION
90.86
MALES / 100 FEMALES
110.06
FEMALES / 100 MALES
45.5
MEDIAN AGE
2.5
AVG FAMILY SIZE
1.9
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$29,316
PER CAPITA INCOME
$40,682
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$46,979
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
57.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
42.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.53
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,084
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
56.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Edenton Zip Codes

Edenton Area Codes

Race in Edenton

The most populous races in Edenton are Black / African American (2,605 | 57.7%), White / Caucasian (1,896 | 42.0%), and Hispanic or Latino (11 | 0.2%).
Race in Edenton
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American2,60557.7%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino110.2%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,89642.0%
Two or more Races110.2%
Some other Race00.0%
Total4,512100.0%

Ancestry in Edenton

The most populous ancestries reported in Edenton are English (588 | 13.0%), American (243 | 5.4%), Irish (223 | 4.9%), German (221 | 4.9%), and Scotch-Irish (174 | 3.9%), together accounting for 32.1% of all Edenton residents.
Ancestry in Edenton
Ancestry# Population% Population
American2435.4%
British280.6%
Danish180.4%
English58813.0%
European631.4%
Finnish170.4%
French190.4%
German2214.9%
Irish2234.9%
Italian350.8%
Mexican110.2%
Polish831.8%
Scotch-Irish1743.9%
Scottish892.0%
Subsaharan African120.3%
Swedish1312.9%
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Immigrants in Edenton

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Edenton came from Africa (34 | 0.7%), Latin America (23 | 0.5%), Bahamas (22 | 0.5%), Caribbean (22 | 0.5%), and Central America (1 | 0.0%), together accounting for 2.3% of all Edenton residents.
Immigrants in Edenton
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa340.7%
Bahamas220.5%
Caribbean220.5%
Central America10.0%
Latin America230.5%
Mexico10.0%
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Sex and Age in Edenton

Sex and Age in Edenton

The most populous age groups in Edenton are 25 to 29 Years (221 | 10.3%) for men and 70 to 74 Years (308 | 13.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in Edenton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years149 (6.9%)140 (5.9%)
5 to 9 Years74 (3.5%)106 (4.5%)
10 to 14 Years187 (8.7%)148 (6.3%)
15 to 19 Years79 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years43 (2.0%)40 (1.7%)
25 to 29 Years221 (10.3%)130 (5.5%)
30 to 34 Years134 (6.2%)240 (10.2%)
35 to 39 Years63 (2.9%)50 (2.1%)
40 to 44 Years185 (8.6%)217 (9.2%)
45 to 49 Years155 (7.2%)118 (5.0%)
50 to 54 Years130 (6.0%)185 (7.8%)
55 to 59 Years112 (5.2%)120 (5.1%)
60 to 64 Years67 (3.1%)124 (5.2%)
65 to 69 Years139 (6.5%)119 (5.0%)
70 to 74 Years210 (9.8%)308 (13.0%)
75 to 79 Years87 (4.1%)124 (5.2%)
80 to 84 Years78 (3.6%)81 (3.4%)
85 Years and over35 (1.6%)114 (4.8%)
Total2,148 (100.0%)2,364 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Edenton

Median Family Size in Edenton

The median family size in Edenton is 2.54 persons per family, with single female/mother families (530 | 42.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.58 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (156 | 12.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.44 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Edenton
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple558 (44.9%)2.54
Single Male/Father156 (12.5%)2.44
Single Female/Mother530 (42.6%)2.58
Total Families1,244 (100.0%)2.54

Median Household Size in Edenton

The median household size in Edenton is 1.92 persons per household, with single female/mother households (530 | 24.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.69 persons per household. non-family households (966 | 43.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.05 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Edenton
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple558 (25.3%)2.54
Single Male/Father156 (7.1%)2.54
Single Female/Mother530 (24.0%)2.69
Non-family966 (43.7%)1.05
Total Households2,210 (100.0%)1.92

Household Size by Marriage Status in Edenton

Out of a total of 2,210 households in Edenton, 1,244 (56.3%) are family households, while 966 (43.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 736, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 906.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Edenton
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-906 (41.0%)
2-Person Households736 (33.3%)60 (2.7%)
3-Person Households384 (17.4%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households118 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households6 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,244 (56.3%)966 (43.7%)

Female Fertility in Edenton

Fertility by Age in Edenton

Average fertility rate in Edenton is 189.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 356.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 97.3% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Edenton
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years146 (97.3%)356.0
35 to 50 years4 (2.7%)10.0
Total150 (100.0%)189.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Edenton

2.7% of women with births (150) in Edenton are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 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 Edenton
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)146 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4 (2.7%)146 (97.3%)

Fertility by Education in Edenton

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Edenton
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma135 (90.0%)308.0
College or Associate's Degree11 (7.3%)48.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree4 (2.7%)98.0
Total150 (100.0%)189.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Edenton

97.3% of women with births in Edenton 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 high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Edenton
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)135 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4 (2.7%)146 (97.3%)

Income in Edenton

Income Overview in Edenton

Per Capita Income in Edenton is $29,316, while median incomes of families and households are $40,682 and $46,979 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income4,512$29,316
Median Family Income1,244$40,682
Mean Family Income1,244$68,222
Median Household Income2,210$46,979
Mean Household Income2,210$57,613
Income Deficit1,244$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)4,51257.94%
Wage / Income Gap ($)4,51242.06¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index4,5120.53

Earnings by Sex in Edenton

Average Earnings in Edenton are $24,464, $47,265 for men and $19,882 for women, a difference of 57.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Edenton
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male983 (43.1%)$47,265
Female1,300 (56.9%)$19,882
Total2,283 (100.0%)$24,464

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Edenton

The most common earnings brackets in Edenton are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (122 | 12.4%) and $22,500 to $24,999 for women (197 | 15.1%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Edenton
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less74 (7.5%)163 (12.5%)
$2,500 to $4,99946 (4.7%)51 (3.9%)
$5,000 to $7,49934 (3.5%)31 (2.4%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)89 (6.9%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)140 (10.8%)
$12,500 to $14,99956 (5.7%)69 (5.3%)
$15,000 to $17,49924 (2.4%)26 (2.0%)
$17,500 to $19,99949 (5.0%)85 (6.5%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)12 (0.9%)
$22,500 to $24,99948 (4.9%)197 (15.1%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)140 (10.8%)
$30,000 to $34,99929 (2.9%)30 (2.3%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,99940 (4.1%)72 (5.5%)
$45,000 to $49,999101 (10.3%)66 (5.1%)
$50,000 to $54,99977 (7.8%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,999122 (12.4%)21 (1.6%)
$65,000 to $74,999111 (11.3%)22 (1.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99977 (7.8%)37 (2.9%)
$100,000+95 (9.7%)49 (3.8%)
Total983 (100.0%)1,300 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Edenton

Average earnings in Edenton are $47,265 for men and $22,551 for women, a difference of 52.3%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $58,151, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $19,464. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $78,142, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $17,260.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Edenton
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$19,464$18,324
College or Associate's Degree$58,151$17,260
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$47,265$22,551

Family Income in Edenton

Family Income Brackets in Edenton

According to the Edenton family income data, there are 202 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 16.2% of all families. Conversely, the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 31 families (2.5%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Edenton
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00017514.1%
$10,000 to $14,99912410.0%
$15,000 to $24,99914311.5%
$25,000 to $34,99912410.0%
$35,000 to $49,99920216.2%
$50,000 to $74,99914211.4%
$75,000 to $99,999423.4%
$100,000 to $149,99916513.3%
$150,000 to $199,999312.5%
$200,000+957.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Edenton

3-person families (314 | 25.2%) account for the highest median family income in Edenton with $47,801 per family, while 2-person families (806 | 64.8%) have the highest median income of $17,154 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Edenton
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families806 (64.8%)$34,309
3-Person Families314 (25.2%)$47,801
4-Person Families118 (9.5%)$0
5-Person Families6 (0.5%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total1,244 (100.0%)$40,682

Family Income by Number of Earners in Edenton

Family Income by Number of Earners in Edenton
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners201 (16.2%)$0
1 Earner604 (48.5%)$19,216
2 Earners387 (31.1%)$114,766
3+ Earners52 (4.2%)$0
Total1,244 (100.0%)$40,682

Household Income in Edenton

Household Income Brackets in Edenton

With 422 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Edenton, accounting for 19.1% of all households. In contrast, only 66 households (3.0%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Edenton
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00023910.8%
$10,000 to $14,99939818.0%
$15,000 to $24,9991818.2%
$25,000 to $34,9991617.3%
$35,000 to $49,99938717.5%
$50,000 to $74,99942219.1%
$75,000 to $99,999753.4%
$100,000 to $149,9991868.4%
$150,000 to $199,999663.0%
$200,000+954.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in Edenton

The median household income in Edenton is $46,979, with the highest median household income of $53,250 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 649 households (29.4%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Edenton
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years743 (33.6%)$25,081
45 to 64 Years649 (29.4%)$53,250
65+ Years818 (37.0%)$48,067
Total2,210 (100.0%)$46,979

Poverty in Edenton

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Edenton

With 27.3% poverty level for males and 45.4% for females among the residents of Edenton, 16 and 17 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 76 males (100.0%) and 140 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Edenton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)140 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)106 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)124 (90.5%)
12 to 14 Years35 (76.1%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years76 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years43 (100.0%)18 (45.0%)
25 to 34 Years87 (25.3%)207 (55.9%)
35 to 44 Years33 (13.6%)137 (51.3%)
45 to 54 Years84 (29.7%)139 (45.9%)
55 to 64 Years100 (57.1%)41 (17.0%)
65 to 74 Years104 (31.5%)29 (7.2%)
75 Years and over6 (3.5%)62 (32.6%)
Total568 (27.3%)1,003 (45.4%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Edenton

According to the poverty statistics in Edenton, males aged under 5 years and females aged 12 to 14 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 Edenton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years149 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years157 (100.0%)13 (9.5%)
12 to 14 Years11 (23.9%)11 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)22 (55.0%)
25 to 34 Years257 (74.7%)163 (44.1%)
35 to 44 Years210 (86.4%)130 (48.7%)
45 to 54 Years199 (70.3%)164 (54.1%)
55 to 64 Years75 (42.9%)200 (83.0%)
65 to 74 Years226 (68.5%)376 (92.8%)
75 Years and over168 (96.6%)128 (67.4%)
Total1,510 (72.7%)1,207 (54.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Edenton

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Edenton show that 13.1% or 73 of the total 558 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 41.5%, comprising of 44 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 Edenton
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children417 (93.5%)29 (6.5%)
1 or 2 Children62 (58.5%)44 (41.5%)
3 or 4 Children6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total485 (86.9%)73 (13.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Edenton

According to the poverty data in Edenton, 46.8% or 73 single-father households and 52.6% or 279 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 73 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 279 households (73.4%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Edenton
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children73 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)279 (73.4%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total73 (46.8%)279 (52.6%)

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

The poverty data for Edenton shows that 73 of the married-couple family households (13.1%) and 352 of the single-parent households (51.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 44 households (41.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 279 household (60.3%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Edenton
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children29 (6.5%)73 (32.7%)
1 or 2 Children44 (41.5%)279 (60.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total73 (13.1%)352 (51.3%)

Employment Characteristics in Edenton

Employment by Class of Employer in Edenton

Among the 1,796 employed individuals in Edenton, private company employees (1,026 | 57.1%), not-for-profit organizations (268 | 14.9%), and unpaid family workers (126 | 7.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Edenton
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,02657.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)714.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1196.6%
Not-for-profit Organizations26814.9%
Local Government Employees1065.9%
State Government Employees140.8%
Federal Government Employees663.7%
Unpaid Family Workers1267.0%
Total1,796100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Edenton

According to the labor force statistics for Edenton, out of the total population over 16 years of age (3,708), 56.2% or 2,084 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.2% or 129 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 99.1% or 348 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 45.0% or 18 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Edenton
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years40 (48.2%)18 (45.0%)
25 to 29 Years348 (99.1%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years358 (95.7%)87 (24.3%)
35 to 44 Years302 (58.6%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years409 (69.6%)25 (6.1%)
55 to 59 Years194 (83.6%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years150 (78.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years263 (33.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over20 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,084 (56.2%)129 (6.2%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Edenton

According to labor force statistics for Edenton, 78.2% of individuals (1,760) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,251) are in the labor force, with 6.4% or 113 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of high school diploma, with 88.2% or 749 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 11.6% or 87 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Edenton
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School193 (51.2%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma749 (88.2%)98 (11.6%)
College / Associate Degree517 (79.5%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher302 (80.5%)31 (8.3%)
Total1,760 (78.2%)144 (6.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Edenton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Edenton are Management (234 | 12.0%), Community & Social Service (189 | 9.7%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (111 | 5.7%), Education Instruction & Library (56 | 2.9%), and Education, Arts & Media (22 | 1.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Edenton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Edenton, the most male-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (49.5%), Community & Social Service (33.9%), and Management (23.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Edenton
OccupationMaleFemale
Management180 (76.9%)54 (23.1%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 125 (66.1%)64 (33.9%)
Education, Arts & Media22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library47 (83.9%)9 (16.1%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment56 (50.4%)55 (49.5%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)324 (73.3%)118 (26.7%)
Total (Overall)947 (48.5%)1,007 (51.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Edenton are Healthcare Support (293 | 15.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (235 | 12.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (77 | 3.9%), Personal Care & Service (67 | 3.4%), and Security & Protection (15 | 0.8%).
Services Occupations in Edenton

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Edenton, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (41.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (80.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Edenton
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)293 (100.0%)
Security & Protection15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)77 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance97 (41.3%)138 (58.7%)
Personal Care & Service13 (19.4%)54 (80.6%)
Total (Category)125 (18.2%)562 (81.8%)
Total (Overall)947 (48.5%)1,007 (51.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Edenton are Sales & Related (316 | 16.2%), and Office & Administration (74 | 3.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Edenton

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Edenton
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related93 (29.4%)223 (70.6%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)74 (100.0%)
Total (Category)93 (23.8%)297 (76.1%)
Total (Overall)947 (48.5%)1,007 (51.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Edenton are Construction & Extraction (195 | 10.0%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (24 | 1.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Edenton

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Edenton
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction195 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)219 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)947 (48.5%)1,007 (51.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Edenton are Production (200 | 10.2%), and Transportation (16 | 0.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Edenton

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Edenton
OccupationMaleFemale
Production170 (85.0%)30 (15.0%)
Transportation16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)186 (86.1%)30 (13.9%)
Total (Overall)947 (48.5%)1,007 (51.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Edenton

Employment Industries in Edenton

The major employment industries in Edenton include Health Care & Social Assistance (525 | 26.9%), Construction (195 | 10.0%), Retail Trade (184 | 9.4%), Accommodation & Food Services (178 | 9.1%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (128 | 6.6%).
Employment Industries in Edenton

Employment Industries by Sex in Edenton

The Edenton industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (92.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Edenton
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction195 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing67 (69.1%)30 (30.9%)
Wholesale Trade83 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade60 (32.6%)124 (67.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing98 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)33 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing107 (83.6%)21 (16.4%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)70 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support4 (7.8%)47 (92.2%)
Educational Services61 (73.5%)22 (26.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance92 (17.5%)433 (82.5%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation13 (46.4%)15 (53.6%)
Accommodation & Food Services49 (27.5%)129 (72.5%)
Public Administration15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total947 (48.5%)1,007 (51.5%)

Education in Edenton

School Enrollment in Edenton

The most common levels of schooling among the 648 students in Edenton are elementary school (270 | 41.7%), kindergarten (106 | 16.4%), and high school (87 | 13.4%).
School Enrollment in Edenton
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool6610.2%
Kindergarten10616.4%
Elementary School27041.7%
Middle School7010.8%
High School8713.4%
College / Undergraduate497.6%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total648100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Edenton

Out of a total of 648 students who are enrolled in schools in Edenton, 36 (5.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 612 (94.4%) 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 8 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 335 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Edenton
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old176 (97.8%)4 (2.2%)
10 to 14 Year Olds335 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds76 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over10 (29.4%)24 (70.6%)
Total612 (94.4%)36 (5.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Edenton

Liberal arts & history (172 | 17.2%), business (140 | 14.0%), education (136 | 13.6%), bio, nature & agricultural (82 | 8.2%), and social sciences (71 | 7.1%) are the most common fields of study among 1,000 individuals in Edenton who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Edenton
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics626.2%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural828.2%
Physical & Health Sciences404.0%
Psychology313.1%
Social Sciences717.1%
Engineering464.6%
Multidisciplinary Studies181.8%
Science & Technology121.2%
Business14014.0%
Education13613.6%
Literature & Languages636.3%
Liberal Arts & History17217.2%
Visual & Performing Arts252.5%
Communications696.9%
Arts & Humanities333.3%
Total1,000100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Edenton

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Edenton

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Edenton are males with 2 vehicles (484, accounting for 52.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (303, making up 55.5%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Edenton
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle134 (14.6%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle202 (22.0%)410 (47.0%)
2 Vehicles484 (52.7%)303 (34.7%)
3 Vehicles15 (1.6%)32 (3.7%)
4 Vehicles41 (4.5%)101 (11.6%)
5 or more Vehicles43 (4.7%)26 (3.0%)
Total919 (100.0%)872 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Edenton

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Edenton are 5 to 9 minutes (653 commuters, 37.3%), 10 to 14 minutes (216 commuters, 12.3%), and 90 or more minutes (202 commuters, 11.6%).
Commute Time in Edenton
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1649.4%
5 to 9 Minutes65337.3%
10 to 14 Minutes21612.3%
15 to 19 Minutes1196.8%
20 to 24 Minutes784.5%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes1066.1%
35 to 39 Minutes1317.5%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes563.2%
60 to 89 Minutes241.4%
90 or more Minutes20211.6%

Commute Time by Sex in Edenton

The most common commute times in Edenton are 5 to 9 minutes (423 commuters, 45.8%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (230 commuters, 27.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Edenton
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes43 (4.6%)121 (14.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes423 (45.8%)230 (27.9%)
10 to 14 Minutes136 (14.7%)80 (9.7%)
15 to 19 Minutes23 (2.5%)96 (11.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes34 (3.7%)44 (5.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes6 (0.6%)100 (12.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes109 (11.8%)22 (2.7%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes34 (3.7%)22 (2.7%)
60 to 89 Minutes24 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes92 (10.0%)110 (13.3%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Edenton

The most frequent times of departure to work in Edenton are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (197, 21.3%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (163, 19.8%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Edenton
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM141 (15.3%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM64 (6.9%)22 (2.7%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM24 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM197 (21.3%)73 (8.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM184 (19.9%)72 (8.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM6 (0.6%)163 (19.8%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM145 (15.7%)155 (18.8%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM132 (14.3%)82 (9.9%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)131 (15.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)30 (3.6%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM16 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM15 (1.6%)80 (9.7%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)17 (2.1%)
Total924 (100.0%)825 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Edenton

Occupancy by Ownership in Edenton

Of the total 2,210 dwellings in Edenton, owner-occupied units account for 936 (42.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,274 (57.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Edenton
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units93642.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,27457.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units2,210100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Edenton

Occupancy by Household Size in Edenton
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household90641.0%
2-Person Household79636.0%
3-Person Household38417.4%
4+ Person Household1245.6%
Total Housing Units2,210100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Edenton

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Edenton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household312 (34.4%)594 (65.6%)
2-Person Household391 (49.1%)405 (50.9%)
3-Person Household166 (43.2%)218 (56.8%)
4+ Person Household67 (54.0%)57 (46.0%)
Total Housing Units936 (42.3%)1,274 (57.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Edenton

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Edenton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School86 (25.1%)257 (74.9%)
High School Diploma228 (43.9%)292 (56.1%)
College/Associate Degree265 (35.1%)490 (64.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher357 (60.3%)235 (39.7%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Edenton

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Edenton
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years41518.8%
35 to 44 Years32814.8%
45 to 54 Years35015.8%
55 to 64 Years29913.5%
65 to 74 Years60127.2%
75 to 84 Years1617.3%
85 Years and Over562.5%
Total2,210100.0%

Housing Finances in Edenton

Median Income by Occupancy in Edenton

Median Income by Occupancy in Edenton
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied936 (42.3%)$70,652
Renter-Occupied1,274 (57.7%)$19,328
Average2,210 (100.0%)$46,979

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Edenton

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Edenton
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00040 (4.3%)107 (8.4%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)92 (7.2%)
$10,000 to $14,99920 (2.1%)377 (29.6%)
$15,000 to $19,99958 (6.2%)79 (6.2%)
$20,000 to $24,99918 (1.9%)27 (2.1%)
$25,000 to $34,99963 (6.7%)99 (7.8%)
$35,000 to $49,999133 (14.2%)253 (19.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999268 (28.6%)154 (12.1%)
$75,000 to $99,9996 (0.6%)69 (5.4%)
$100,000 to $149,999168 (17.9%)17 (1.3%)
$150,000 or more162 (17.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total936 (100.0%)1,274 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Edenton

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Edenton
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30020 (2.1%)450 (35.3%)
$300 to $499147 (15.7%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79981 (8.6%)322 (25.3%)
$800 to $99978 (8.3%)152 (11.9%)
$1,000 to $1,499256 (27.4%)276 (21.7%)
$1,500 to $1,999143 (15.3%)40 (3.1%)
$2,000 to $2,499124 (13.3%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more87 (9.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total936 (100.0%)1,274 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Edenton

Housing Structures in Edenton

Housing Structures in Edenton
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,23255.7%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments1547.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments36116.3%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1627.3%
10 or more Apartments361.6%
Mobile Home / Other26512.0%
Total2,210100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Edenton

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Edenton
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached827 (67.1%)405 (32.9%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)154 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)361 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments6 (3.7%)156 (96.3%)
10 or more Apartments36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other67 (25.3%)198 (74.7%)
Total936 (42.3%)1,274 (57.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Edenton

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Edenton
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms15 (1.6%)114 (8.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms331 (35.4%)853 (66.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms297 (31.7%)293 (23.0%)
8 or more Rooms293 (31.3%)14 (1.1%)
Total936 (100.0%)1,274 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Edenton

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Edenton
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas323 (34.5%)33 (2.6%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas146 (15.6%)222 (17.4%)
Electricity379 (40.5%)1,019 (80.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene30 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels58 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total936 (100.0%)1,274 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Edenton

Household Vehicle Usage in Edenton
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)341 (26.8%)
1 Vehicle264 (28.2%)789 (61.9%)
2 Vehicles558 (59.6%)109 (8.6%)
3 or more Vehicles114 (12.2%)35 (2.8%)
Total936 (100.0%)1,274 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Edenton

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Edenton

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units342594
Median Property Value$227,500$220,200
Median Household Income$60,761$83
Monthly Housing Costs$517$87
Real Estate Taxes--

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Edenton

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Edenton
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00035 (10.2%)100 (16.8%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999186 (54.4%)378 (63.6%)
$300,000 to $499,99964 (18.7%)29 (4.9%)
$500,000 to $749,99924 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,99933 (9.7%)16 (2.7%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)71 (11.9%)
Total342 (100.0%)594 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Edenton

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Edenton
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00040 (11.7%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99996 (28.1%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99928 (8.2%)63 (10.6%)
$50,000 to $74,99946 (13.5%)105 (17.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)222 (37.4%)
$100,000 to $149,99953 (15.5%)6 (1.0%)
$150,000 or more79 (23.1%)115 (19.4%)
Total342 (100.0%)594 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Edenton

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Edenton
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x113 (33.0%)72,978 (12,285.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x42 (12.3%)205 (34.5%)
3.0x to 3.9x0 (0.0%)103 (17.3%)
4.0x or more157 (45.9%)113 (19.0%)
Total342 (100.0%)594 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Edenton

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Edenton
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800117 (34.2%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49950 (14.6%)100 (16.8%)
$800 to $1,499152 (44.4%)113 (19.0%)
Total342 (100.0%)594 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Edenton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Edenton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Edenton
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years453 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years427 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years40 (48.2%)43 (51.8%)
26 to 34 Years498 (69.8%)216 (30.2%)
35 to 44 Years459 (90.0%)51 (10.0%)
45 to 54 Years532 (90.8%)54 (9.2%)
55 to 64 Years401 (96.4%)15 (3.6%)
65 to 74 Years735 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older364 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,909 (91.2%)379 (8.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Edenton

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Edenton
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born453 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen427 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen40 (48.2%)43 (51.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Edenton

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Edenton
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,294 (82.5%)274 (17.5%)
$25,000 to $49,999916 (94.7%)51 (5.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999701 (96.0%)29 (4.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999163 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over797 (97.0%)25 (3.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Edenton

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Edenton
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6373 (82.3%)199 (43.9%)
6 to 18 Years371 (86.9%)180 (42.1%)
19 to 25 Years18 (21.7%)22 (26.5%)
25 to 34 Years185 (25.9%)396 (55.5%)
35 to 44 Years237 (46.5%)260 (51.0%)
45 to 54 Years135 (23.0%)397 (67.7%)
55 to 64 Years104 (25.0%)331 (79.6%)
65 to 74 Years654 (89.0%)545 (74.2%)
75 Years and over364 (100.0%)235 (64.6%)
Total2,441 (56.9%)2,565 (59.8%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Edenton

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Edenton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years80 (23.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years43 (11.1%)8 (1.9%)
35 to 64 Years57 (8.1%)280 (34.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)74 (18.3%)
75 Years and over99 (56.9%)61 (32.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Edenton

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Edenton: <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 Years6 (0.9%)78 (9.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)74 (18.3%)
75 Years and over85 (48.8%)19 (10.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Edenton: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years80 (23.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years13 (1.8%)185 (22.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)19 (4.7%)
75 Years and over20 (11.5%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Edenton: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years43 (11.1%)8 (1.9%)
35 to 64 Years51 (7.3%)73 (9.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over8 (4.6%)6 (3.2%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Edenton: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)8 (1.9%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)95 (11.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)19 (4.7%)
75 Years and over26 (14.9%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Edenton: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)8 (1.9%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)15 (1.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)19 (4.7%)
75 Years and over6 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Edenton

Computing Device Access in Edenton

Computing Device Access in Edenton
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,02946.6%
Smartphone1,85884.1%
Tablet1,04947.5%
No Computing Device26612.0%
Total2,210100.0%

Internet Access in Edenton

Internet Access in Edenton
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,30459.0%
Cellular Data Only48421.9%
Satellite Internet1295.8%
No Internet36416.5%
Total2,210100.0%

Edenton Summary

Edenton, NC is a small town located in the northeastern corner of North Carolina. It is situated on the Albemarle Sound, a large body of water that separates the mainland from the Outer Banks. The town is the county seat of Chowan County and is part of the Inner Banks region of the state. Edenton has a population of 5,004 as of the 2010 census and is the second oldest town in North Carolina.

History

Edenton was founded in 1712 by a group of English settlers led by John Heckleman. The town was named after Governor Charles Eden, who had granted the settlers a charter to establish the town. The settlers built a fort to protect the town from Native American attacks and the town quickly grew. By 1722, Edenton had become the largest town in the colony of North Carolina.
During the American Revolution, Edenton was a major center of Patriot activity. The Edenton Tea Party, held in 1774, was the first organized political protest against British rule in the colonies. The town was also the site of the Edenton Declaration of Independence, which was signed by fifty-one men in 1775.
In the 19th century, Edenton became a major port and shipbuilding center. The town was also a center of the slave trade, with many of the ships built in Edenton being used to transport slaves to the West Indies.

Geography

Edenton is located in the northeastern corner of North Carolina, on the Albemarle Sound. The town is situated on the banks of the Chowan River, which flows into the sound. The town is surrounded by rural farmland and is located about 50 miles south of Norfolk, Virginia.
The climate in Edenton is humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 68°F (20°C). The town receives an average of 48 inches (122 cm) of precipitation per year.

Economy

Edenton’s economy is largely based on tourism and agriculture. The town is home to several historic sites, including the Cupola House, the oldest surviving house in North Carolina, and the Edenton Cotton Mill, which is now a museum. The town also has several marinas and boat docks, which attract visitors from all over the region.
Agriculture is also an important part of the local economy. The town is home to several large farms, which produce corn, soybeans, wheat, and other crops. The town also has several seafood processing plants, which process local catches of shrimp, oysters, and other seafood.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Edenton had a population of 5,004. The racial makeup of the town was 79.3% White, 17.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, and 1.9% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.3% of the population.
The median household income in Edenton was $35,945, and the median family income was $45,945. The per capita income for the town was $20,945. About 17.2% of the population was below the poverty line.
Edenton is served by the Edenton-Chowan County Public Schools system. The town is home to several churches, including the Edenton United Methodist Church, the Edenton Baptist Church, and the Edenton Presbyterian Church. The town also has several parks and recreational facilities, including the Edenton Bayfront Park and the Edenton Marina.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Edenton?
Total Population of Edenton is 4,512.
What is the Total Male Population of Edenton?
Total Male Population of Edenton is 2,148.
What is the Total Female Population of Edenton?
Total Female Population of Edenton is 2,364.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Edenton?
There are 90.86 Males per 100 Females in Edenton.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Edenton?
There are 110.06 Females per 100 Males in Edenton.
What is the Median Population Age in Edenton?
Median Population Age in Edenton is 45.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Edenton
Average Family Size in Edenton is 2.5 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Edenton
Average Household Size in Edenton is 1.9 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Edenton?
Per Capita income in Edenton is $29,316.
What is the Median Family Income in Edenton?
Median Family Income in Edenton is $40,682.
What is the Median Household income in Edenton?
Median Household Income in Edenton is $46,979.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Edenton?
Income or Wage Gap in Edenton is 57.9%.
Women in Edenton earn 42.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Edenton?
Inequality or Gini Index in Edenton is 0.53.
How Large is the Labor Force in Edenton?
There are 2,084 People in the Labor Forcein in Edenton.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Edenton?
56.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Edenton.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Edenton?
Unemployment Rate in Edenton is 6.2%.