Leland

Brunswick County, North Carolina

Population 153K |Median income $77,024 |3 hospitals

Population

152,568

Brunswick County

Median Income

$77,024

+13% vs avg

Median Home Value

$349,800

+54% vs avg

Median Age

56.4

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

153K+38%

Median Income

$77,024+66%

Median Home Value

$349,800+87%

Poverty Rate

9.2%-45%

Unemployment

4.6%-67%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,351/mo

Poverty Rate

9.2% -35% vs avg

Unemployment 4.6%

Bachelor's Degree+ 34.7%

Work From Home 14.7%

Public Transit 0.6%

Population

White 81.7%

African American 8.4%

Two or More Ethnicities 3.6%

Asian 0.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

41.6%

Short Sleep Duration

33.9%

Obesity

32.8%

Physical Inactivity

22.5%

Frequent Mental Distress

14%

Diabetes

13.5%

Frequent Physical Distress

13.3%

Binge Drinking

12.9%

Current Smoking

12.4%

Current Asthma

10.4%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 84.3%

Dental Visit 67%

Other Measures

Coronary Heart Disease

8.8%

Lack of Health Insurance

7.9%

Stroke

4.3%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

4/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

NOVANT HEALTH BRUNSWICK MEDICAL CENTER

SUPPLY · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Leland 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 Leland, NC? ▼

Leland, NC has a population of 152,568 people, located in Brunswick County, North Carolina.

What is the median household income in Leland? ▼

The median household income in Leland, NC is $77,024 per year. The poverty rate is 9.2%.

What is the median home value in Leland? ▼

The median home value in Leland, NC is $349,800. Median rent is $1,351/month.

What are the top health concerns in Leland? ▼

The top health indicators in Leland include High Blood Pressure (41.6%), Short Sleep Duration (33.9%), Obesity (32.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Leland? ▼

Leland has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Leland? ▼

The median age in Leland, NC is 56.4 years. 34.7% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Leland, NC is located in Brunswick County, North Carolina. With a population of 153K and a median household income of $77,024, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Leland 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 (Brunswick 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.