Township 2, Jonesboro, North Carolina
Township 2, Jonesboro profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Township 2, Jonesboro is a geographic entity located in Lee County, North Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 16,593. The land area covers 23.81 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,593 | ±1,312 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40.5 yrs | ±2.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 6,415 | ±486 | 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 | 6,780 | ±464 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 6,415 | ±486 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 365 | ±222 |
| Median Home Value | $247,200 | ±$22,658 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,021 | ±$114 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $60,989 | ±$6,783 |
| Per Capita Income | $31,149 | ±$2,715 |
| Poverty Rate | 18.4% | ±5.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,026 | ±903 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.7% | ±2.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 6,778 | ±839 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 75.9% | ±3.5% |
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: 68,537 (2024)
ID: 131683
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR
PO BOX 1968, SANFORD NC 27331-1968
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Spring Lake, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Bunnlevel, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Sanford, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Sanford, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Sanford, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Sanford, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lillington, NC | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Sanford, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Broadway, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Cameron, 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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Central Carolina Community College
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College | 2.6 mi away | 1105 Kelly Dr, Sanford, NC, 27330-9840 |
9197755401
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SUZANNE REEVES BRANCH
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Library | 3.8 mi away | 107 HAWKINS AVE, SANFORD, NC, 27330 |
(919) 718-4665
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Sandhills Community College
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College | 21.0 mi away | 3395 Airport Rd, Pinehurst, NC, 28374 |
9106926185
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BROADWAY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 5.3 mi away | 206 S MAIN ST, BROADWAY, NC, 27505 |
(919) 258-6513
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Campbell University
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College | 22.9 mi away | 143 Main Street, Buies Creek, NC, 27506 |
8003344111
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BENHAVEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.8 mi away | 2815 OLIVIA RD, SANFORD, NC, 27332 |
(910) 814-6365
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BOONE TRAIL RECREATION CENTER AND LIBRARY
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Library | 10.3 mi away | 8500 OLD HWY 421, LILLINGTON, NC, 27546 |
(910) 984-1094
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VASS AREA LIBRARY
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Library | 14.6 mi away | 128 SEABOARD ST, VASS, NC, 28394 |
(910) 245-2200
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GOLDSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.2 mi away | 9235 PITTSBORO-GOLDSTON RD, GOLDSTON, NC, 27252 |
(919) 898-4522
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ANDERSON CREEK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.5 mi away | 914 ANDERSON CREEK SCHOOL RD, BUNNLEVEL, NC, 28323 |
(910) 814-4012
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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 SANFORD 8 NE, NC US, located 8.8 miles from Township 2, Jonesboro. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53.1° | 30.6° | 41.9° | 3.61" | 1.8" |
| February | 57.4° | 32.6° | 45.0° | 2.99" | 0.1" |
| March | 65.4° | 38.9° | 52.2° | 3.64" | 0.0" |
| April | 75.0° | 47.3° | 61.1° | 3.39" | 0.0" |
| May | 80.8° | 56.2° | 68.5° | 3.53" | 0.0" |
| June | 87.1° | 64.4° | 75.8° | 4.98" | 0.0" |
| July | 90.2° | 68.7° | 79.5° | 5.34" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.1° | 67.0° | 77.5° | 4.84" | 0.0" |
| September | 82.6° | 61.1° | 71.9° | 4.60" | 0.0" |
| October | 73.5° | 48.7° | 61.1° | 3.38" | 0.0" |
| November | 63.1° | 38.3° | 50.7° | 3.44" | 0.0" |
| December | 55.3° | 33.2° | 44.2° | 3.14" | 0.5" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sanford city | City | 4.5 mi | — |
| Broadway town | Town | 5.1 mi | — |
| Barbecue CDP | CDP | 9.6 mi | — |
| Cameron town | Town | 10.1 mi | — |
| Gulf CDP | CDP | 11.5 mi | — |
| Mamers CDP | CDP | 11.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3710593336. • 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.