Economy & Jobs — Milton, North Carolina
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $36,136 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$38,500 |
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| Per Capita Income | $57,591 |
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| Poverty Rate | 25.6% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 11.3% |
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| In Labor Force | 56 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Education Healthcare | 37.7% |
| Professional | 14.8% |
| Arts Food | 11.5% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| General Merchandise | 10 |
| Gas Stations | 9 |
| Fast Food | 8 |
| Liquor Stores | 5 |
| Convenience Stores | 4 |
| Insurance Agencies | 4 |
| Law Offices | 4 |
| Child Day Care | 4 |
| Grocery Stores | 3 |
| Auto Repair | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
