Economy & Jobs — Norlina, North Carolina
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $27,143 |
| Estimated 2026 | ~$39,500 |
| Per Capita Income | $27,460 |
| Poverty Rate | 25.9% |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.9% |
| In Labor Force | 440 |
Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
| Manufacturing | 28.0% |
| Education Healthcare | 13.3% |
| Arts Food | 13.1% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
| Full Service Restaurants | 10 |
| Gas Stations | 8 |
| General Merchandise | 8 |
| Fast Food | 8 |
| Real Estate Offices | 6 |
| Liquor Stores | 5 |
| Grocery Stores | 4 |
| Insurance Agencies | 4 |
| Child Day Care | 4 |
| Auto Repair | 3 |
| Coffee Shops | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.