Lumberton

Robeson County, North Carolina

Population 117K |Median income $41,978 |1 hospital

Population

116,902

Robeson County

Median Income

$41,978

-38% vs avg

Median Home Value

$94,500

-59% vs avg

Median Age

36.4

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

117K-13%

Median Income

$41,978+41%

Median Home Value

$94,500+41%

Poverty Rate

27.2%-14%

Unemployment

5.9%-54%

Economics

Median Rent

$805/mo

Poverty Rate

27.2% +92% vs avg

Unemployment 5.9%

Bachelor's Degree+ 14.7%

Work From Home 4.2%

Public Transit 0.3%

Population

Two or More Ethnicities 40.6%

White 24.2%

African American 23.4%

Asian 0.9%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

47.9%

High Blood Pressure

45.6%

Short Sleep Duration

39.2%

Physical Inactivity

35.6%

Current Smoking

22.5%

Frequent Mental Distress

20.1%

Diabetes

18.4%

Frequent Physical Distress

18%

Lack of Health Insurance

16.2%

Current Asthma

13.3%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 81.3%

Dental Visit 49.4%

Other Measures

Binge Drinking

11.4%

Coronary Heart Disease

9.3%

Stroke

5.8%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

2/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

SOUTHEASTERN REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

LUMBERTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Lumberton 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 Lumberton, NC? ▼

Lumberton, NC has a population of 116,902 people, located in Robeson County, North Carolina.

What is the median household income in Lumberton? ▼

The median household income in Lumberton, NC is $41,978 per year. The poverty rate is 27.2%.

What is the median home value in Lumberton? ▼

The median home value in Lumberton, NC is $94,500. Median rent is $805/month.

What are the top health concerns in Lumberton? ▼

The top health indicators in Lumberton include Obesity (47.9%), High Blood Pressure (45.6%), Short Sleep Duration (39.2%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Lumberton? ▼

Lumberton has 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Lumberton? ▼

The median age in Lumberton, NC is 36.4 years. 14.7% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Lumberton, NC is located in Robeson County, North Carolina. With a population of 117K and a median household income of $41,978, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Lumberton 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 (Robeson 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.