White Oak township, North Carolina
White Oak township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
White Oak township is a geographic entity located in Bladen County, North Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,643. The land area covers 80.46 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,643 | ±393 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 46.8 yrs | ±6.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 602 | ±147 | 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 | 726 | ±156 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 602 | ±147 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 124 | ±72 |
| Median Home Value | $159,900 | ±$140,114 |
| Median Gross Rent | $910 | ±$672 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $33,690 | ±$30,153 |
| Per Capita Income | $23,956 | ±$4,986 |
| Poverty Rate | 18.7% | ±14.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 307 | ±254 |
| Unemployment Rate | 9% | ±11.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 618 | ±162 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.2% | ±7.5% |
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: 29,777 (2024)
ID: 131676
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY MANAGER
PO BOX 1048, ELIZABETHTOWN NC 28337-1048
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Fayetteville, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Roseboro, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-13 | Dublin, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Elizabethtown, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Dublin, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Elizabethtown, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Lumberton, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Hope Mills, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Elizabethtown, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Elizabethtown, 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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Bladen Community College
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College | 9.8 mi away | 7418 NC Hwy 41 West, Dublin, NC, 28332 |
9108795500
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BLADEN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.2 mi away | 111 N CYPRESS ST, ELIZABETHTOWN, NC, 28337 |
(910) 862-6990
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Robeson Community College
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College | 18.8 mi away | 5160 Fayetteville Road, Lumberton, NC, 28360 |
9102723700
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BLADEN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 12.2 mi away | 111 N CYPRESS ST, ELIZABETHTOWN, NC, 28337 |
(910) 862-6990
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One Stop Academy
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College Vocational | 20.8 mi away | 2653 Hope Mills Road, Fayetteville, NC, 28306-8490 |
9102293677
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ST. PAULS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.3 mi away | 221 W BROAD ST, ST. PAULS, NC, 28384 |
(910) 865-4002
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Fayetteville State University
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College | 22.6 mi away | 1200 Murchison Rd, Fayetteville, NC, 28301-4298 |
9106721111
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ROSEBORO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.8 mi away | 300 W ROSEBORO ST, ROSEBORO, NC, 28382 |
(910) 525-5436
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Carolina College of Biblical Studies
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College | 22.7 mi away | 817 South McPherson Church Road, Fayetteville, NC, 28303-5157 |
9103235614
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MIRIAM B. LAMB MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 17.5 mi away | 144 S CHURCH AVE, GARLAND, NC, 28441 |
(910) 529-2441
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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 ELIZABETHTOWN, NC US, located 12.1 miles from White Oak township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54.4° | 31.6° | 43.0° | 3.73" | — |
| February | 58.7° | 33.7° | 46.2° | 3.48" | — |
| March | 66.2° | 40.2° | 53.2° | 3.91" | — |
| April | 74.6° | 48.8° | 61.7° | 3.55" | — |
| May | 81.5° | 57.8° | 69.7° | 4.05" | — |
| June | 87.4° | 66.3° | 76.8° | 5.08" | — |
| July | 91.0° | 70.5° | 80.8° | 5.33" | — |
| August | 88.5° | 69.0° | 78.8° | 6.56" | — |
| September | 83.6° | 63.6° | 73.6° | 6.89" | — |
| October | 74.8° | 51.5° | 63.1° | 3.70" | — |
| November | 64.7° | 40.3° | 52.5° | 3.62" | — |
| December | 57.7° | 35.0° | 46.3° | 3.38" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Oak CDP | CDP | 3.2 mi | — |
| Tar Heel town | Town | 6.0 mi | — |
| Dublin town | Town | 9.0 mi | — |
| Elizabethtown town | Town | 12.6 mi | — |
| Autryville town | Town | 15.4 mi | — |
| White Lake town | Town | 15.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3701793964. • 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.