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Arapahoe, North Carolina Population, Hospitals, Airports, and Schools

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The current estimated population of Arapahoe, North Carolina, is 507, with approximately 50% male and 50% female. The population has remained relatively stable, reflecting the town’s small size and rural nature.

City Facts

  • Year Founded: Late 1800s
  • County Affiliated: Pamlico County
  • Land Area: 1.6 square miles
  • Population Density: 317 people per square mile
  • Area Code: 252
  • Zip Codes: 28510

Geography and Location

Arapahoe, North Carolina, is a small rural town located in eastern North Carolina, within Pamlico County. It is situated near the Pamlico Sound and Neuse River, making it part of the coastal plains region of the state. The town enjoys a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters, typical of coastal areas. The geography of the area is largely flat and includes forests, wetlands, and farmland. Arapahoe’s economy is primarily based on agriculture, fishing, and small local businesses, with some tourism driven by its proximity to the Pamlico Sound, a popular destination for boating, fishing, and water sports. The town is located about 20 miles from the larger city of New Bern, providing access to additional services and amenities. Arapahoe’s quiet, rural atmosphere and proximity to the water make it an attractive location for those seeking a peaceful lifestyle near North Carolina’s scenic coastal areas.

Demographics

Median resident age: 41.8 years
Median household income: $32,813
Median house value: $85,000

Population by Race

Races in Arapahoe:

  • White Non-Hispanic (86.9%)
  • Black (6.2%)
  • Hispanic (5.5%)
  • Other race (2.5%)
  • Other Asian (0.7%)

(Total can be greater than 100% because Hispanics could be counted in other races)

Ancestries: United States (22.5%), English (10.6%), Irish (9.6%), German (5.0%), Scotch-Irish (2.1%), French Canadian (1.1%).

Elevation: 75 feet

Land area: 2.2 square miles

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Arapahoe

  • High school or higher: 79.6%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 9.7%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 1.6%
  • Unemployed: 2.8%
  • Mean travel time to work: 32.1 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Arapahoe town

  • Never married: 21.4%
  • Now married: 54.9%
  • Separated: 4.5%
  • Widowed: 8.6%
  • Divorced: 10.6%

3.2% Foreign born (2.3% Latin America, 0.9% Europe).

Population change in the 1990s: -15 (-3.3%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Arapahoe:

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Arapahoe:

  • CHERRY POINT MCAS /CUNNINGHAM FIELD/ (about 10 miles; CHERRY POINT, NC; Abbreviation: NKT)
  • CRAVEN COUNTY REGIONAL (about 15 miles; NEW BERN, NC; Abbreviation: EWN)
  • ALBERT J ELLIS (about 56 miles; JACKSONVILLE, NC; Abbreviation: OAJ)

Other public-use airports nearest to Arapahoe:

  • MICHAEL J. SMITH FIELD (about 24 miles; BEAUFORT, NC; Abbreviation: MRH)
  • WARREN FIELD (about 40 miles; WASHINGTON, NC; Abbreviation: OCW)
  • PLYMOUTH MUNI (about 54 miles; PLYMOUTH, NC; Abbreviation: PMZ)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Arapahoe:

  • COASTAL CAROLINA COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 42 miles; JACKSONVILLE, NC; Full-time enrollment: 2,237)
  • EAST CAROLINA UNIVERSITY (about 52 miles; GREENVILLE, NC; Full-time enrollment: 16,633)
  • PITT COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 53 miles; GREENVILLE, NC; Full-time enrollment: 3,072)
  • UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA-WILMINGTON (about 92 miles; WILMINGTON, NC; Full-time enrollment: 8,996)
  • CAPE FEAR COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 95 miles; WILMINGTON, NC; Full-time enrollment: 3,550)
  • TIDEWATER COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 131 miles; NORFOLK, VA; Full-time enrollment: 11,042)
  • NORFOLK STATE UNIVERSITY (about 132 miles; NORFOLK, VA; Full-time enrollment: 5,820)

Public primary/middle school in Arapahoe:

  • ARAPAHOE CHARTER SCHOOL (Students: 354; Location: 9005 NC HWY 306 S; Grades: KG – 08)

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