Laurinburg

Scotland County, North Carolina

Population 34K |Median income $45,730 |1 hospital

Population

33,590

Scotland County

Median Income

$45,730

-33% vs avg

Median Home Value

$114,900

-50% vs avg

Median Age

38.7

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

34K-7%

Median Income

$45,730+55%

Median Home Value

$114,900+49%

Poverty Rate

25.8%-20%

Unemployment

10.9%-37%

Economics

Median Rent

$778/mo

Poverty Rate

25.8% +82% vs avg

Unemployment 10.9%

Bachelor's Degree+ 16.6%

Work From Home 5.6%

Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 40.6%

African American 37%

Two or More Ethnicities 17.1%

Asian 1.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

46.1%

Obesity

45.2%

Short Sleep Duration

40.2%

Physical Inactivity

33.7%

Current Smoking

21.3%

Frequent Mental Distress

19.7%

Diabetes

17.4%

Frequent Physical Distress

16.9%

Lack of Health Insurance

14.2%

Binge Drinking

12.8%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 80.6%

Dental Visit 51.2%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

12.4%

Coronary Heart Disease

Stroke

5.6%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

3/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

SCOTLAND MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

LAURINBURG · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Laurinburg 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 Laurinburg, NC? ▼

Laurinburg, NC has a population of 33,590 people, located in Scotland County, North Carolina.

What is the median household income in Laurinburg? ▼

The median household income in Laurinburg, NC is $45,730 per year. The poverty rate is 25.8%.

What is the median home value in Laurinburg? ▼

The median home value in Laurinburg, NC is $114,900. Median rent is $778/month.

What are the top health concerns in Laurinburg? ▼

The top health indicators in Laurinburg include High Blood Pressure (46.1%), Obesity (45.2%), Short Sleep Duration (40.2%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Laurinburg? ▼

Laurinburg has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Laurinburg? ▼

The median age in Laurinburg, NC is 38.7 years. 16.6% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Laurinburg, NC is located in Scotland County, North Carolina. With a population of 34K and a median household income of $45,730, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Laurinburg 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 (Scotland 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.