Fort Bragg

NC

Cumberland County, North Carolina

Population 339K |Median income $61,291 |3 hospitals

Population
338,545
Cumberland County
Median Income
$61,291
-10% vs avg
Median Home Value
$199,200
-13% vs avg
Median Age
32
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
339K+5%
Median Income
$61,291+36%
Median Home Value
$199,200+55%
Poverty Rate
16.7%-2%
Unemployment
6.1%-45%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,222/mo
Poverty Rate
16.7% +18% vs avg
Unemployment 6.1%
Bachelor's Degree+ 27.8%
Work From Home 7.7%
Public Transit 0.4%

Population

White 42.4%
African American 37.7%
Two or More Ethnicities 4.5%
Asian 2.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
41.1%
Obesity
40.1%
High Blood Pressure
37.6%
Physical Inactivity
25.3%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.4%
Binge Drinking
15.8%
Current Smoking
14.8%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.8%
Diabetes
12.2%
Lack of Health Insurance
11.8%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 62.1%
Annual Checkup 79.3%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
11.4%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.7%
Stroke
3.6%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
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1
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1
Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
1
FAYETTEVILLE NC VA MEDICAL CENTER
FAYETTEVILLE · Acute Care - Veterans Administration
★★★☆☆
CAPE FEAR VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER
FAYETTEVILLE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Fort Bragg Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Alexander, Catawba, Davie, Iredell, and Rowan Counties

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Charlotte Metro and Surrounding North Carolina Counties

NOAA · 35m ago
Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Mecklenburg County, NC Reaches Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Level

EPA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Rutherford, Polk, and Cleveland Counties in North Carolina

NOAA · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Fort Bragg, NC? ▼
Fort Bragg, NC has a population of 338,545 people, located in Cumberland County, North Carolina.
What is the median household income in Fort Bragg? ▼
The median household income in Fort Bragg, NC is $61,291 per year. The poverty rate is 16.7%.
What is the median home value in Fort Bragg? ▼
The median home value in Fort Bragg, NC is $199,200. Median rent is $1,222/month.
What are the top health concerns in Fort Bragg? ▼
The top health indicators in Fort Bragg include Short Sleep Duration (41.1%), Obesity (40.1%), High Blood Pressure (37.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Fort Bragg? ▼
Fort Bragg has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Fort Bragg? ▼
The median age in Fort Bragg, NC is 32 years. 27.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Fort Bragg, NC is located in Cumberland County, North Carolina. With a population of 339K and a median household income of $61,291, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Fort Bragg area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Cumberland County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.