Greenville, NC Local Data & Statistics

State: NC

Total population: 92,857 Household income: $49,748 Rent: $1,007

Overview

Total population

92,857

Rent

$1,007

Year built

1996

Household income

$49,748

Per capita income

$33,924

Poverty rate

24.6%

Unemployment rate

3.9%

Household size

2.1 persons

Rent over 30% of income

50%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

North Carolina

Total population

92,857

Adults over 25

50,521

Total households

40,783

Household size

2.1 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$49,748

Per capita income

$33,924

Poverty rate

24.6%

Unemployment rate

3.9%

Rent over 30% of income

50%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,007

Year built

1996

Households that rent

67.3%

Households that own

32.7%

Rooms per home (all homes)

4.6

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

49%

Black

39.9%

Asian

2.8%

Two or more races

4.6%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

5.5%

Not Hispanic or Latino

94.5%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

86.7%

Commute time to work

19 mins

Work from home

13.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

24.5%

High school graduate or GED

22.5%

Some college or associate degree

14%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

39.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Greenville, NC with: North Carolina United States

Greenville, NC

Total population92,857

Rent$1,007

Year built1996

Household income$49,748

Per capita income$33,924

Poverty rate24.6%

Unemployment rate3.9%

North Carolina State

Total population10,730,404

Rent$1,228

Year built1991

Household income$72,388

Per capita income$41,385

Poverty rate13%

Unemployment rate3.6%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CityGreenville, NC	StateNorth Carolina	CountryUnited States
Total population	92,857	10,730,404	334,922,499
Rent	$1,007	$1,228	$1,413
Year built	1996	1991	1980
Household income	$49,748	$72,388	$80,734
Per capita income	$33,924	$41,385	$44,673
Poverty rate	24.6%	13%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	3.9%	3.6%	4%

View the complete comparison of Greenville, NC, North Carolina and United States →

Summary for Greenville, NC

Greenville is located in North Carolina.

Rent & Income

In Greenville, the typical monthly rent is $1,007 and the typical household income is $49,748. Rent here is lower than in both North Carolina and the U.S., and household income is also lower than in both. The estimated poverty rate is 24.6%, which is higher than in both North Carolina and national.

Housing & Affordability

Renters make up about 67.3% of households, making this a predominantly renter area. About 50% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is high, with about 39.1% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 3.9%, which is higher than North Carolina and similar to the national rate.

Greenville, NC — Rent vs Household Income

Greenville, NC — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Greenville, NC compares in North Carolina (22 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,007	2 / 22	from lower rent	$957 – $1,902
Household income	$49,748	22 / 22	from higher income	$49,748 – $144,135
Poverty rate	24.6%	22 / 22	from lower poverty	2.2% – 24.6%
Unemployment rate	3.9%	16 / 22	from lower unemployment	2.5% – 7.2%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in North Carolina with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for Greenville, NC

Rent

For typical rent levels, Greenville is ranked 2nd out of 22 major areas in North Carolina. Statewide values span from $957 in Rocky Mount, NC to $1,902 in Apex, NC.

Household income

For household income, Greenville ranks 22nd out of 22 large places. Across North Carolina, incomes range from $49,748 in Greenville, NC to $144,135 in Apex, NC.

Poverty rate

For poverty rates, Greenville is ranked 22nd among 22 major areas. Across North Carolina, poverty runs from 2.2% in Apex, NC to 24.6% in Greenville, NC.

Unemployment rate

In terms of unemployment, Greenville is ranked 16th out of 22 major areas. Across North Carolina, rates go from 2.5% in Apex, NC up to 7.2% in Asheville, NC.

💰 Rent in Greenville, NC (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,007 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Greenville, NC

Annual Household Income: $49,748

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Greenville, NC

Estimated Rate: 24.6%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Greenville, NC

In Greenville, NC, households that rent: 27,456 (67.3%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	27,456	67.3%
Owner-Occupied	13,327	32.7%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Greenville, NC

In Greenville, NC, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 13,731 (50%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	13,731	50%
Other renter households	13,725	50%
Total renter households	27,456	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Greenville, NC

Less than High School: 12,353 people (24.5%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 11,347 people (22.5%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 7,083 people (14%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 19,738 people (39.1%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 50,521

📊 Unemployment Rate in Greenville, NC

Estimated Rate: 3.9%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.