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Overview for Sanford, NC

73,998 people live in Sanford, where the median age is 37.9 and the average individual income is $27,843.532. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

73,998

Total Population

37.9 years

Median Age

Low

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$27,843.532

Average individual Income

Around Sanford, NC

There's plenty to do around Sanford, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

56
Somewhat Walkable
Walking Score
39
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Saladang Thai Kitchen, Tortas Locas, and Wild Dogs Brewing.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 0.87 miles 13 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 2.06 miles 18 reviews 4.9/5 stars
Dining 1 miles 5 reviews 4.8/5 stars
Dining 1.64 miles 34 reviews 4.8/5 stars
Dining 2.26 miles 17 reviews 4.8/5 stars
Dining 1.66 miles 4 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Sanford, NC

Sanford has 27,183 households, with an average household size of 5.39. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Sanford do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 73,998 people call Sanford home. The population density is 248.277 and the largest age group is between 25 and 64 years old. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

73,998

Total Population

Low

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

37.93312521960053

Median Age

49.77 / 50.23%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9: 13.28%

0-9 Years

10-17: 11.96%

10-17 Years

18-24: 7.69%

18-24 Years

25-64: 52.12%

25-64 Years

65-74: 8.78%

65-74 Years

75+: 6.16%

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade 6782 (18%)
  • High School Degree 12648 (34%)
  • Associate Degree 7349 (20%)
  • Bachelor Degree 7395 (20%)
  • Graduate Degree 3370 (9%)
27,183

Total Households

5.39

Average Household Size

$27,843.532

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children: 9,881 (36%)

Without Children: 17,302 (64%)

Marital Status

Married 37%
Single 23%
Divorced 10%
Separated 4%

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar: 14%

White Collar: 86%

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes 11%
15 to 29 Minutes 14%
30 to 59 Minutes 13%
60+ Minutes 5%

Schools in Sanford, NC

Primary Schools (11)
Middle Schools (5)
High Schools (5)
Mixed Schools (2)
The following schools are within or nearby Sanford. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
PUBLIC
K - 5th
2/5
Greenwood Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
4/5
J Glenn Edwards Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
3/5
Benhaven Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
4/5
MINA Charter School of Lee County
PUBLIC
K - 7th
1/5
Deep River Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
3/5

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