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County overview

New Hanover County

North Carolina - aging-in-place demographics, contractor density, and accessibility insights for New Hanover County.

Census ACS 5-year estimates

Who lives in New Hanover County

Population
228,134
Age 65+
18.5%
Median age
40.2
Owner-occupied
59.5%
With disability
12.0%
Median home value
$320,000
Median income
$67,515
Residents 65+
42,252
How New Hanover County compares

vs. the U.S. average

% age 65+
+12.1%
% owner-occupied
-8.2%
% with disability
-7%
Median household income
-10.2%
Median home value
+13.5%
Median age
+4.4%

Comparison computed from the latest American Community Survey 5-year estimates. A positive number means this county is higher than the national average; negative means lower.

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Aging-in-place in New Hanover County

New Hanover County is home to roughly 228,134 residents, of whom about 42,205 are age 65 or older - a senior share of 18.5%, well above the U.S. average. For families planning aging-in-place modifications here, that population density translates directly into a deep bench of local contractors familiar with the needs of older homeowners.

Roughly 59.5% of homes in New Hanover County are owner-occupied at a median home value of $320,000. That's a lower-than-average ownership rate, which can mean more renters navigating accessibility modifications with landlord involvement. Older homes in established neighborhoods can require careful planning for grab-bar anchoring, walk-in shower conversions, and doorway widening - all standard work for the aging-in-place specialists listed below.

About 12.0% of New Hanover County residents report a disability, a rate in line with national levels. Demand for accessibility-focused remodelers - bathroom safety upgrades, non-slip flooring, ADA toilet installations, and lowered countertops - reflects that local population, not a one-size-fits-all national average.