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County overview

Onslow County

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

Census ACS 5-year estimates

Who lives in Onslow County

Population
203,686
Age 65+
9.6%
Median age
26.9
Owner-occupied
58.9%
With disability
16.3%
Median home value
$196,800
Median income
$59,976
Residents 65+
19,563
How Onslow County compares

vs. the U.S. average

% age 65+
-41.8%
% owner-occupied
-9.1%
% with disability
+26.4%
Median household income
-20.2%
Median home value
-30.2%
Median age
-30.1%

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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Top-rated contractors in North Carolina

Contractors serving Onslow County and the broader North Carolina region. Please verify they meet your licensing and insurance needs.

Aging-in-place in Onslow County

Onslow County is home to roughly 203,686 residents, of whom about 19,554 are age 65 or older - a senior share of 9.6%, well below 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 58.9% of homes in Onslow County are owner-occupied at a median home value of $196,800. 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 16.3% of Onslow County residents report a disability, a rate elevated relative to 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.