Sanford

Lee County, North Carolina

Population 66K |Median income $65,387 |1 hospital

Population

65,816

Lee County

Median Income

$65,387

-4% vs avg

Median Home Value

$240,200

+5% vs avg

Median Age

39.5

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

66K+12%

Median Income

$65,387+46%

Median Home Value

$240,200+83%

Poverty Rate

16.5%-13%

Unemployment

3.8%-67%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,017/mo

Poverty Rate

16.5% +16% vs avg

Unemployment 3.8%

Bachelor's Degree+ 21.3%

Work From Home 6.7%

Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 63.6%

African American 17.8%

Asian 0.9%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration

38.4%

High Blood Pressure

38.4%

Obesity

37.8%

Physical Inactivity

27.4%

Frequent Mental Distress

17.5%

Current Smoking

15.5%

Binge Drinking

14.9%

Frequent Physical Distress

14.2%

Lack of Health Insurance

13.8%

Diabetes

13.5%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 58.2%

Annual Checkup 79.6%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

10.9%

Coronary Heart Disease

7.2%

Stroke

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

1/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

CENTRAL CAROLINA HOSPITAL

SANFORD · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Sanford 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 Sanford, NC? ▼

Sanford, NC has a population of 65,816 people, located in Lee County, North Carolina.

What is the median household income in Sanford? ▼

The median household income in Sanford, NC is $65,387 per year. The poverty rate is 16.5%.

What is the median home value in Sanford? ▼

The median home value in Sanford, NC is $240,200. Median rent is $1,017/month.

What are the top health concerns in Sanford? ▼

The top health indicators in Sanford include Short Sleep Duration (38.4%), High Blood Pressure (38.4%), Obesity (37.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Sanford? ▼

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

What is the median age in Sanford? ▼

The median age in Sanford, NC is 39.5 years. 21.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Sanford, NC is located in Lee County, North Carolina. With a population of 66K and a median household income of $65,387, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 1/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Sanford 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 (Lee 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.