Township 6, North Carolina
Township 6 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Township 6 is a geographic entity located in Craven County, North Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 22,862. The land area covers 149.31 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 22,862 | ±1,003 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 26.4 yrs | ±0.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 7,938 | ±467 | 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 | 8,709 | ±457 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 7,938 | ±467 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 771 | ±218 |
| Median Home Value | $205,300 | ±$14,236 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,262 | ±$75 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $61,875 | ±$9,565 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,133 | ±$1,599 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.5% | ±3.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,517 | ±687 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.7% | ±2.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 8,129 | ±625 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.2% | ±4.8% |
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: 104,167 (2024)
ID: 205055
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: FINANCE DIRECTOR
406 CRAVEN ST, NEW BERN NC 28560-4911
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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 | New Bern, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Arapahoe, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Havelock, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | New Bern, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Newport, NC | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Morehead City, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | New Bern, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Newport, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-13 | New Bern, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-12 | New Bern, 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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Pamlico Community College
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College | 14.2 mi away | 5049 Hwy 306 South, Grantsboro, NC, 28529 |
25224918513084
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HAVELOCK-CRAVEN COUNTY PUBLIC
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 301 CUNNINGHAM BLVD, HAVELOCK, NC, 28532 |
(252) 447-7509
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Craven Community College
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College | 15.3 mi away | 800 College Ct, New Bern, NC, 28562-4900 |
2526387200
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NEWPORT BRANCH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.1 mi away | 210 HOWARD BLVD, NEWPORT, NC, 28570 |
(252) 648-7727
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Carteret Community College
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College | 18.6 mi away | 3505 Arendell St, Morehead City, NC, 28557 |
2522226000
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MAYSVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 13.6 mi away | 601 7TH ST, MAYSVILLE, NC, 28555 |
(910) 743-3796
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Coastal Carolina Community College
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College | 24.2 mi away | 444 Western Blvd, Jacksonville, NC, 28546-6816 |
9104551221
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CPRL BOOK/TECH MOBILE
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Library | 14.2 mi away | 400 JOHNSON ST., NEW BERN, NC, 28562 |
(252) 638-7804
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NEW BERN-CRAVEN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.2 mi away | 400 JOHNSON ST, NEW BERN, NC, 28560 |
(252) 638-7800
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POLLOCKSVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 14.9 mi away | 415 GREEN HILL ST, POLLOCKSVILLE, NC, 28573 |
(252) 224-5011
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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 CHERRY POINT MCAS, NC US, located 6.2 miles from Township 6. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57.1° | 36.3° | 46.7° | 4.07" | 0.6" |
| February | 59.5° | 38.2° | 48.9° | 3.40" | 0.1" |
| March | 65.7° | 43.5° | 54.6° | 3.56" | 0.0" |
| April | 74.0° | 52.1° | 63.0° | 3.52" | 0.0" |
| May | 81.0° | 60.5° | 70.8° | 3.94" | 0.0" |
| June | 87.4° | 68.9° | 78.2° | 4.87" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.8° | 72.7° | 81.3° | 7.38" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.6° | 71.9° | 80.2° | 7.21" | 0.0" |
| September | 84.0° | 67.5° | 75.8° | 8.20" | 0.0" |
| October | 76.0° | 55.7° | 65.9° | 3.81" | 0.0" |
| November | 67.0° | 45.6° | 56.3° | 3.76" | 0.0" |
| December | 60.3° | 39.6° | 50.0° | 3.70" | 0.1" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Neuse Forest CDP | CDP | 4.7 mi | — |
| Havelock city | City | 5.3 mi | — |
| James City CDP | CDP | 9.4 mi | — |
| Brices Creek CDP | CDP | 10.2 mi | — |
| Cherry Branch CDP | CDP | 10.4 mi | — |
| Minnesott Beach town | Town | 10.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3704993508. • 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.