Dry Wells township, North Carolina
Dry Wells township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Dry Wells township is a geographic entity located in Nash County, North Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,188. The land area covers 31.72 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,188 | ±566 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 33.9 yrs | ±6.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,422 | ±209 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 1,618 | ±208 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,422 | ±209 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 196 | ±104 |
| Median Home Value | $189,000 | ±$17,695 |
| Median Gross Rent | $845 | ±$128 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $52,841 | ±$9,628 |
| Per Capita Income | $28,656 | ±$4,745 |
| Poverty Rate | 15% | ±9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 580 | ±353 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.2% | ±4.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,704 | ±279 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.4% | ±17.9% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 97,990 (2024)
ID: 194510
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PLANNING DIRECTOR
120 W WASHINGTON ST, ROCKY MOUNT NC 27804-0515
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Wendell, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Bailey, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Bunn, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bunn, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Bunn, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Wendell, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Wendell, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Clayton, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Clayton, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Elm City, NC |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Southeastern Free Will Baptist Bible College
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College | 11.8 mi away | 532 Eagle Rock Road, Wendell, NC, 27591-9072 |
9193657711100
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MIDDLESEX PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.3 mi away | 12480 W HANES AVE, MIDDLESEX, NC, 27557 |
(252) 419-0106
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Barton College
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College | 16.9 mi away | 200 E. ACC Drive, Wilson, NC, 27893-7000 |
2523996300
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WESLEY PRIVETTE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 5.2 mi away | 6280 MAIN ST, BAILEY, NC, 27807 |
(252) 235-6006
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Wilson Community College
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College | 18.0 mi away | 902 Herring Ave, Wilson, NC, 27893 |
2522911195
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ZEBULON COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 7.1 mi away | 1000 DOGWOOD DR, ZEBULON, NC, 27597 |
(919) 404-3610
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Johnston Community College
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College | 21.3 mi away | 245 College Road, Smithfield, NC, 27577-2350 |
9199343051
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WENDELL COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 9.0 mi away | 207 S HOLLYBROOK RD, WENDELL, NC, 27591 |
(919) 365-2600
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Miller-Motte College-Raleigh
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College | 21.4 mi away | 3901 Capital Blvd Ste 151, Raleigh, NC, 27604-6072 |
9197232820
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BUNN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 11.4 mi away | 610 MAIN ST, BUNN, NC, 27508 |
(919) 496-6764
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at CLAYTON 3E, NC US, located 15.2 miles from Dry Wells township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52.8° | 31.3° | 42.1° | 3.73" | — |
| February | 56.0° | 31.3° | 43.7° | 3.14" | — |
| March | 63.5° | 38.1° | 50.8° | 4.10" | — |
| April | 72.5° | 47.2° | 59.9° | 3.37" | — |
| May | 79.6° | 56.3° | 68.0° | 3.78" | — |
| June | 87.0° | 64.9° | 76.0° | 4.14" | — |
| July | 90.1° | 70.3° | 80.2° | 5.91" | — |
| August | 87.7° | 68.4° | 78.1° | 4.43" | — |
| September | 82.2° | 63.2° | 72.7° | 6.39" | — |
| October | 72.2° | 49.5° | 60.9° | 3.83" | — |
| November | 62.8° | 38.5° | 50.7° | 3.38" | — |
| December | 55.8° | 34.2° | 45.0° | 3.70" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middlesex town | Town | 0.5 mi | — |
| Bailey town | Town | 5.3 mi | — |
| Zebulon town | Town | 6.6 mi | — |
| Sims town | Town | 8.5 mi | — |
| Wendell town | Town | 10.2 mi | — |
| Lake Royale CDP | CDP | 11.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3712790916. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.