Navassa, NC

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Navassa Overview

1,976
TOTAL POPULATION
818
MALE POPULATION
1,158
FEMALE POPULATION
70.64
MALES / 100 FEMALES
141.56
FEMALES / 100 MALES
32.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.6
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$20,939
PER CAPITA INCOME
$57,303
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$50,694
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
27.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
72.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.37
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
814
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
49.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Navassa Area Codes

Race in Navassa

The most populous races in Navassa are Black / African American (798 | 40.4%), Two or more Races (547 | 27.7%), and White / Caucasian (407 | 20.6%).
Race in Navassa
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American79840.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino27714.0%
Native / Alaskan50.3%
White / Caucasian40720.6%
Two or more Races54727.7%
Some other Race21911.1%
Total1,976100.0%

Ancestry in Navassa

The most populous ancestries reported in Navassa are Iroquois (273 | 13.8%), Mexican (199 | 10.1%), Chickasaw (147 | 7.4%), Indian (Asian) (117 | 5.9%), and English (82 | 4.2%), together accounting for 41.4% of all Navassa residents.
Ancestry in Navassa
Ancestry# Population% Population
African231.2%
American593.0%
Arab180.9%
Burmese241.2%
Central American120.6%
Cherokee20.1%
Chickasaw1477.4%
Dominican191.0%
English824.2%
European110.6%
French30.2%
German170.9%
Honduran120.6%
Indian (Asian)1175.9%
Irish713.6%
Iroquois27313.8%
Italian150.8%
Lumbee50.3%
Mexican19910.1%
Polish20.1%
Puerto Rican180.9%
Russian50.3%
Scotch-Irish50.3%
Scottish191.0%
Spaniard291.5%
Subsaharan African231.2%
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Immigrants in Navassa

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Navassa came from Central America (101 | 5.1%), Latin America (101 | 5.1%), Mexico (95 | 4.8%), Europe (19 | 1.0%), and Southern Europe (19 | 1.0%), together accounting for 16.9% of all Navassa residents.
Immigrants in Navassa
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Central America1015.1%
Europe191.0%
Honduras60.3%
Latin America1015.1%
Mexico954.8%
Southern Europe191.0%
Spain191.0%
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Sex and Age in Navassa

Sex and Age in Navassa

The most populous age groups in Navassa are 20 to 24 Years (117 | 14.3%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (172 | 14.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Navassa
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years50 (6.1%)57 (4.9%)
5 to 9 Years49 (6.0%)59 (5.1%)
10 to 14 Years56 (6.9%)65 (5.6%)
15 to 19 Years59 (7.2%)37 (3.2%)
20 to 24 Years117 (14.3%)172 (14.8%)
25 to 29 Years31 (3.8%)162 (14.0%)
30 to 34 Years67 (8.2%)63 (5.4%)
35 to 39 Years24 (2.9%)48 (4.2%)
40 to 44 Years100 (12.2%)95 (8.2%)
45 to 49 Years11 (1.3%)88 (7.6%)
50 to 54 Years47 (5.8%)36 (3.1%)
55 to 59 Years39 (4.8%)59 (5.1%)
60 to 64 Years52 (6.4%)29 (2.5%)
65 to 69 Years31 (3.8%)56 (4.8%)
70 to 74 Years56 (6.9%)115 (9.9%)
75 to 79 Years17 (2.1%)17 (1.5%)
80 to 84 Years12 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total818 (100.0%)1,158 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Navassa

Median Family Size in Navassa

The median family size in Navassa is 3.64 persons per family, with single female/mother families (188 | 42.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.72 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (27 | 6.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.11 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Navassa
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple232 (51.9%)2.94
Single Male/Father27 (6.0%)2.11
Single Female/Mother188 (42.1%)4.72
Total Families447 (100.0%)3.64

Median Household Size in Navassa

The median household size in Navassa is 3.14 persons per household, with single female/mother households (188 | 29.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 5.37 persons per household. non-family households (183 | 29.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.24 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Navassa
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple232 (36.8%)2.94
Single Male/Father27 (4.3%)2.11
Single Female/Mother188 (29.8%)5.37
Non-family183 (29.0%)1.24
Total Households630 (100.0%)3.14

Household Size by Marriage Status in Navassa

Out of a total of 630 households in Navassa, 447 (71.0%) are family households, while 183 (29.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 201, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 149.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Navassa
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-149 (23.6%)
2-Person Households201 (31.9%)24 (3.8%)
3-Person Households173 (27.5%)10 (1.6%)
4-Person Households48 (7.6%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households13 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households12 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total447 (71.0%)183 (29.0%)

Female Fertility in Navassa

Fertility by Age in Navassa

Average fertility rate in Navassa is 18.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 21.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 58.3% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Navassa
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years7 (58.3%)18.0
35 to 50 years5 (41.7%)21.0
Total12 (100.0%)18.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Navassa

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Navassa
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Navassa

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Navassa
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School3 (25.0%)79.0
High School Diploma4 (33.3%)15.0
College or Associate's Degree5 (41.7%)17.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total12 (100.0%)18.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Navassa

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Navassa
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)

Income in Navassa

Income Overview in Navassa

Per Capita Income in Navassa is $20,939, while median incomes of families and households are $57,303 and $50,694 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,976$20,939
Median Family Income447$57,303
Mean Family Income447$61,351
Median Household Income630$50,694
Mean Household Income630$55,589
Income Deficit447$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,97627.83%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,97672.17¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,9760.37

Earnings by Sex in Navassa

Average Earnings in Navassa are $24,315, $30,066 for men and $21,700 for women, a difference of 27.8%.
Earnings by Sex in Navassa
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male393 (40.4%)$30,066
Female580 (59.6%)$21,700
Total973 (100.0%)$24,315

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Navassa

The most common earnings brackets in Navassa are $5,000 to $7,499 for men (61 | 15.5%) and $5,000 to $7,499 for women (162 | 27.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Navassa
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less21 (5.3%)19 (3.3%)
$2,500 to $4,99917 (4.3%)20 (3.5%)
$5,000 to $7,49961 (15.5%)162 (27.9%)
$7,500 to $9,99924 (6.1%)5 (0.9%)
$10,000 to $12,4997 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9997 (1.8%)8 (1.4%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)11 (1.9%)
$17,500 to $19,99921 (5.3%)31 (5.3%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)50 (8.6%)
$22,500 to $24,9996 (1.5%)25 (4.3%)
$25,000 to $29,99932 (8.1%)56 (9.7%)
$30,000 to $34,99960 (15.3%)21 (3.6%)
$35,000 to $39,99915 (3.8%)7 (1.2%)
$40,000 to $44,99916 (4.1%)34 (5.9%)
$45,000 to $49,99927 (6.9%)34 (5.9%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)9 (1.5%)
$55,000 to $64,99926 (6.6%)62 (10.7%)
$65,000 to $74,99929 (7.4%)3 (0.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99920 (5.1%)23 (4.0%)
$100,000+4 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total393 (100.0%)580 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Navassa

Average earnings in Navassa are $33,110 for men and $29,154 for women, a difference of 11.9%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $45,833, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $28,750. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $53,250, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $2,499.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Navassa
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$33,108$2,499
High School Diploma$28,750$24,205
College or Associate's Degree$45,313$39,250
Bachelor's Degree$45,833$46,111
Graduate Degree--
Total$33,110$29,154

Family Income in Navassa

Family Income Brackets in Navassa

According to the Navassa family income data, there are 125 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 28.0% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Navassa
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000316.9%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999439.6%
$25,000 to $34,9997416.6%
$35,000 to $49,9994810.7%
$50,000 to $74,99912528.0%
$75,000 to $99,9995512.3%
$100,000 to $149,9995813.0%
$150,000 to $199,999132.9%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Navassa

4-person families (33 | 7.4%) account for the highest median family income in Navassa with $73,839 per family, while 2-person families (239 | 53.5%) have the highest median income of $29,062 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Navassa
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families239 (53.5%)$58,125
3-Person Families152 (34.0%)$49,485
4-Person Families33 (7.4%)$73,839
5-Person Families11 (2.5%)$0
6-Person Families3 (0.7%)$0
7+ Person Families9 (2.0%)$0
Total447 (100.0%)$57,303

Family Income by Number of Earners in Navassa

Family Income by Number of Earners in Navassa
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners119 (26.6%)$57,039
1 Earner166 (37.1%)$0
2 Earners149 (33.3%)$58,875
3+ Earners13 (2.9%)$156,250
Total447 (100.0%)$57,303

Household Income in Navassa

Household Income Brackets in Navassa

With 164 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Navassa, accounting for 26.0% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Navassa
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000477.5%
$10,000 to $14,999182.9%
$15,000 to $24,9998413.3%
$25,000 to $34,9998814.0%
$35,000 to $49,9997311.6%
$50,000 to $74,99916426.0%
$75,000 to $99,9998213.0%
$100,000 to $149,999619.7%
$150,000 to $199,999132.1%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Navassa

The median household income in Navassa is $50,694, with the highest median household income of $63,000 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 200 households (31.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 19 households (3.0%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Navassa
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years19 (3.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years200 (31.8%)$63,000
45 to 64 Years233 (37.0%)$48,576
65+ Years178 (28.2%)$55,921
Total630 (100.0%)$50,694

Poverty in Navassa

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Navassa

With 22.7% poverty level for males and 10.6% for females among the residents of Navassa, 5 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 7 males (100.0%) and 23 females (35.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Navassa
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years23 (74.2%)3 (5.3%)
5 Years7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years30 (30.6%)23 (35.9%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)6 (15.4%)
15 Years9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years16 (48.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years25 (18.7%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)33 (14.7%)
35 to 44 Years19 (15.3%)5 (3.5%)
45 to 54 Years11 (19.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years34 (37.4%)24 (27.3%)
65 to 74 Years7 (8.1%)24 (14.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)4 (23.5%)
Total181 (22.7%)122 (10.6%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Navassa

According to the poverty statistics in Navassa, males aged 25 to 34 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Navassa
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years8 (25.8%)54 (94.7%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years68 (69.4%)41 (64.1%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)33 (84.6%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years17 (51.5%)8 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years109 (81.3%)201 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years98 (100.0%)192 (85.3%)
35 to 44 Years105 (84.7%)138 (96.5%)
45 to 54 Years47 (81.0%)124 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years57 (62.6%)64 (72.7%)
65 to 74 Years80 (91.9%)147 (86.0%)
75 Years and over29 (100.0%)13 (76.5%)
Total618 (77.3%)1,033 (89.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Navassa

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Navassa show that 10.3% or 24 of the total 232 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 14.5%, comprising of 24 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Navassa
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children141 (85.5%)24 (14.5%)
1 or 2 Children63 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total208 (89.7%)24 (10.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Navassa

According to the poverty data in Navassa, 63.0% or 17 single-father households and 11.7% or 22 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 17 households (73.9%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Navassa
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children17 (73.9%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)11 (9.8%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Total17 (63.0%)22 (11.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Navassa

The poverty data for Navassa shows that 24 of the married-couple family households (10.3%) and 39 of the single-parent households (18.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 24 households (14.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Navassa
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children24 (14.5%)17 (19.3%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)11 (9.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Total24 (10.3%)39 (18.1%)

Employment Characteristics in Navassa

Employment by Class of Employer in Navassa

Among the 758 employed individuals in Navassa, private company employees (538 | 71.0%), local government employees (71 | 9.4%), and state government employees (57 | 7.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Navassa
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees53871.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)243.2%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)243.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations273.6%
Local Government Employees719.4%
State Government Employees577.5%
Federal Government Employees60.8%
Unpaid Family Workers111.5%
Total758100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Navassa

According to the labor force statistics for Navassa, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,631), 49.9% or 814 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.9% or 48 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 90.0% or 117 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 58.8% or 20 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Navassa
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years34 (39.1%)20 (58.8%)
20 to 24 Years94 (32.5%)13 (13.8%)
25 to 29 Years73 (37.8%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years117 (90.0%)7 (6.0%)
35 to 44 Years233 (87.3%)8 (3.4%)
45 to 54 Years136 (74.7%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years81 (82.7%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years19 (23.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years24 (9.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over3 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total814 (49.9%)48 (5.9%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Navassa

According to labor force statistics for Navassa, 69.3% of individuals (659) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (951) are in the labor force, with 2.3% or 15 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 97.7% or 125 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 3.8% or 8 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Navassa
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School56 (56.6%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma210 (54.0%)15 (3.8%)
College / Associate Degree268 (80.0%)9 (2.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher125 (97.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total659 (69.3%)22 (2.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Navassa

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Navassa are Community & Social Service (71 | 9.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (61 | 8.0%), Management (52 | 6.8%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (37 | 4.8%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (33 | 4.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Navassa

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Navassa, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (78.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Navassa
OccupationMaleFemale
Management11 (21.1%)41 (78.8%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science26 (78.8%)7 (21.2%)
Computers & Mathematics22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 36 (50.7%)35 (49.3%)
Education, Arts & Media5 (33.3%)10 (66.7%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library12 (63.2%)7 (36.8%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment19 (51.3%)18 (48.6%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating3 (4.9%)58 (95.1%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Total (Category)76 (33.6%)150 (66.4%)
Total (Overall)371 (48.4%)395 (51.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Navassa are Cleaning & Maintenance (44 | 5.7%), Food Preparation & Serving (42 | 5.5%), Healthcare Support (29 | 3.8%), Security & Protection (18 | 2.4%), and Firefighting & Prevention (18 | 2.4%).
Services Occupations in Navassa

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Navassa, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (25.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (90.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Navassa
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)29 (100.0%)
Security & Protection18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving4 (9.5%)38 (90.5%)
Cleaning & Maintenance11 (25.0%)33 (75.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Total (Category)33 (24.1%)104 (75.9%)
Total (Overall)371 (48.4%)395 (51.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Navassa are Sales & Related (113 | 14.7%), and Office & Administration (72 | 9.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Navassa

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Navassa
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related69 (61.1%)44 (38.9%)
Office & Administration36 (50.0%)36 (50.0%)
Total (Category)105 (56.8%)80 (43.2%)
Total (Overall)371 (48.4%)395 (51.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Navassa are Construction & Extraction (47 | 6.1%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (29 | 3.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Navassa

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Navassa
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)76 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)371 (48.4%)395 (51.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Navassa are Production (99 | 12.9%), Transportation (26 | 3.4%), and Material Moving (17 | 2.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Navassa

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Navassa
OccupationMaleFemale
Production43 (43.4%)56 (56.6%)
Transportation26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving12 (70.6%)5 (29.4%)
Total (Category)81 (57.0%)61 (43.0%)
Total (Overall)371 (48.4%)395 (51.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Navassa

Employment Industries in Navassa

The major employment industries in Navassa include Retail Trade (115 | 15.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (80 | 10.4%), Manufacturing (66 | 8.6%), Educational Services (62 | 8.1%), and Construction (58 | 7.6%).
Employment Industries in Navassa

Employment Industries by Sex in Navassa

The Navassa industries that see more men than women are Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Information (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Professional & Scientific (100.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (93.1%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (81.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Navassa
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction44 (75.9%)14 (24.1%)
Manufacturing30 (45.5%)36 (54.5%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade83 (72.2%)32 (27.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance12 (34.3%)23 (65.7%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing19 (35.8%)34 (64.1%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support15 (26.3%)42 (73.7%)
Educational Services14 (22.6%)48 (77.4%)
Health Care & Social Assistance15 (18.8%)65 (81.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services4 (6.9%)54 (93.1%)
Public Administration21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total371 (48.4%)395 (51.6%)

Education in Navassa

School Enrollment in Navassa

The most common levels of schooling among the 448 students in Navassa are college / undergraduate (185 | 41.3%), middle school (97 | 21.6%), and high school (70 | 15.6%).
School Enrollment in Navassa
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool316.9%
Kindergarten378.3%
Elementary School245.4%
Middle School9721.6%
High School7015.6%
College / Undergraduate18541.3%
Graduate / Professional40.9%
Total448100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Navassa

Out of a total of 448 students who are enrolled in schools in Navassa, 14 (3.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 434 (96.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 5 to 9 year old has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 14 (22.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 17 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Navassa
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old49 (77.8%)14 (22.2%)
10 to 14 Year Olds109 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds147 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total434 (96.9%)14 (3.1%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Navassa

Arts & humanities (37 | 16.4%), social sciences (35 | 15.6%), psychology (28 | 12.4%), liberal arts & history (26 | 11.6%), and business (24 | 10.7%) are the most common fields of study among 225 individuals in Navassa who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Navassa
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics31.3%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology2812.4%
Social Sciences3515.6%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology229.8%
Business2410.7%
Education73.1%
Literature & Languages229.8%
Liberal Arts & History2611.6%
Visual & Performing Arts219.3%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities3716.4%
Total225100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Navassa

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Navassa

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Navassa are males with 2 vehicles (134, accounting for 36.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (139, making up 34.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Navassa
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle23 (6.2%)12 (3.1%)
1 Vehicle49 (13.2%)64 (16.5%)
2 Vehicles134 (36.1%)139 (35.9%)
3 Vehicles79 (21.3%)108 (27.9%)
4 Vehicles79 (21.3%)64 (16.5%)
5 or more Vehicles7 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total371 (100.0%)387 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Navassa

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Navassa are 15 to 19 minutes (148 commuters, 21.5%), 20 to 24 minutes (128 commuters, 18.6%), and 25 to 29 minutes (121 commuters, 17.6%).
Commute Time in Navassa
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes40.6%
5 to 9 Minutes7310.6%
10 to 14 Minutes689.9%
15 to 19 Minutes14821.5%
20 to 24 Minutes12818.6%
25 to 29 Minutes12117.6%
30 to 34 Minutes9613.9%
35 to 39 Minutes50.7%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes162.3%
60 to 89 Minutes111.6%
90 or more Minutes192.8%

Commute Time by Sex in Navassa

The most common commute times in Navassa are 20 to 24 minutes (81 commuters, 24.4%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (126 commuters, 35.3%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Navassa
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes4 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes41 (12.3%)32 (9.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes24 (7.2%)44 (12.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes22 (6.6%)126 (35.3%)
20 to 24 Minutes81 (24.4%)47 (13.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes74 (22.3%)47 (13.2%)
30 to 34 Minutes35 (10.5%)61 (17.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes5 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes16 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes11 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes19 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Navassa

The most frequent times of departure to work in Navassa are 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM (99, 29.8%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (100, 28.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Navassa
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM16 (4.8%)5 (1.4%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM3 (0.9%)2 (0.6%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM99 (29.8%)30 (8.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM10 (3.0%)29 (8.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM40 (12.0%)79 (22.1%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM34 (10.2%)3 (0.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM11 (3.3%)100 (28.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM52 (15.7%)59 (16.5%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM6 (1.8%)7 (2.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM24 (7.2%)5 (1.4%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM12 (3.6%)7 (2.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)18 (5.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM12 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM13 (3.9%)13 (3.6%)
Total332 (100.0%)357 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Navassa

Occupancy by Ownership in Navassa

Of the total 630 dwellings in Navassa, owner-occupied units account for 493 (78.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 137 (21.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Navassa
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units49378.2%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units13721.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units630100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Navassa

Occupancy by Household Size in Navassa
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household14923.6%
2-Person Household22535.7%
3-Person Household18329.0%
4+ Person Household7311.6%
Total Housing Units630100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Navassa

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Navassa
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household125 (83.9%)24 (16.1%)
2-Person Household180 (80.0%)45 (20.0%)
3-Person Household123 (67.2%)60 (32.8%)
4+ Person Household65 (89.0%)8 (11.0%)
Total Housing Units493 (78.2%)137 (21.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Navassa

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Navassa
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School41 (60.3%)27 (39.7%)
High School Diploma168 (84.9%)30 (15.1%)
College/Associate Degree184 (73.3%)67 (26.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher100 (88.5%)13 (11.5%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Navassa

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Navassa
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years11618.4%
35 to 44 Years10316.4%
45 to 54 Years12519.8%
55 to 64 Years10817.1%
65 to 74 Years13922.1%
75 to 84 Years396.2%
85 Years and Over00.0%
Total630100.0%

Housing Finances in Navassa

Median Income by Occupancy in Navassa

Median Income by Occupancy in Navassa
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied493 (78.2%)$59,120
Renter-Occupied137 (21.7%)$33,417
Average630 (100.0%)$50,694

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Navassa

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Navassa
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00014 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,99912 (2.4%)21 (15.3%)
$10,000 to $14,99918 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99953 (10.7%)16 (11.7%)
$20,000 to $24,9998 (1.6%)7 (5.1%)
$25,000 to $34,99954 (11.0%)34 (24.8%)
$35,000 to $49,99936 (7.3%)37 (27.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999144 (29.2%)20 (14.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99980 (16.2%)2 (1.5%)
$100,000 to $149,99961 (12.4%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more13 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total493 (100.0%)137 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Navassa

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Navassa
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30042 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49944 (8.9%)8 (5.8%)
$500 to $79956 (11.4%)8 (5.8%)
$800 to $99961 (12.4%)23 (16.8%)
$1,000 to $1,499204 (41.4%)65 (47.4%)
$1,500 to $1,99975 (15.2%)7 (5.1%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99911 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total493 (100.0%)137 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Navassa

Housing Structures in Navassa

Housing Structures in Navassa
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached42767.8%
Single Unit, Attached203.2%
2 Unit Apartments142.2%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other16926.8%
Total630100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Navassa

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Navassa
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached358 (83.8%)69 (16.2%)
Single Unit, Attached4 (20.0%)16 (80.0%)
2 Unit Apartments6 (42.9%)8 (57.1%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other125 (74.0%)44 (26.0%)
Total493 (78.2%)137 (21.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Navassa

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Navassa
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms32 (6.5%)31 (22.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms190 (38.5%)82 (59.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms172 (34.9%)13 (9.5%)
8 or more Rooms99 (20.1%)11 (8.0%)
Total493 (100.0%)137 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Navassa

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Navassa
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas21 (4.3%)5 (3.6%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas20 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity431 (87.4%)132 (96.4%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels15 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used6 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total493 (100.0%)137 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Navassa

Household Vehicle Usage in Navassa
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle22 (4.5%)16 (11.7%)
1 Vehicle95 (19.3%)32 (23.4%)
2 Vehicles256 (51.9%)36 (26.3%)
3 or more Vehicles120 (24.3%)53 (38.7%)
Total493 (100.0%)137 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Navassa

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Navassa

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units145348
Median Property Value$136,600$187,100
Median Household Income$65,417$13
Monthly Housing Costs$396$0
Real Estate Taxes$981$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Navassa

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Navassa
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00041 (28.3%)10 (2.9%)
$50,000 to $99,99911 (7.6%)27 (7.8%)
$100,000 to $299,99989 (61.4%)243 (69.8%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)68 (19.5%)
$500,000 to $749,9994 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total145 (100.0%)348 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Navassa

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Navassa
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00012 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99930 (20.7%)14 (4.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)49 (14.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99924 (16.6%)54 (15.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99922 (15.2%)12 (3.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99934 (23.4%)122 (35.1%)
$100,000 to $149,99923 (15.9%)46 (13.2%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)38 (10.9%)
Total145 (100.0%)348 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Navassa

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Navassa
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x60 (41.4%)58,519 (16,815.8%)
2.0x to 2.9x33 (22.8%)44 (12.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x13 (9.0%)119 (34.2%)
4.0x or more39 (26.9%)42 (12.1%)
Total145 (100.0%)348 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Navassa

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Navassa
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80044 (30.3%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49973 (50.3%)66 (19.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)169 (48.6%)
Total145 (100.0%)348 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Navassa

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Navassa

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Navassa
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years132 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years279 (93.6%)19 (6.4%)
19 to 25 Years369 (88.9%)46 (11.1%)
26 to 34 Years158 (79.4%)41 (20.6%)
35 to 44 Years252 (94.4%)15 (5.6%)
45 to 54 Years147 (80.8%)35 (19.2%)
55 to 64 Years166 (92.7%)13 (7.3%)
65 to 74 Years253 (98.1%)5 (1.9%)
75 Years and older46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,802 (91.2%)174 (8.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Navassa

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Navassa
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born132 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen279 (93.6%)19 (6.4%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen369 (88.9%)46 (11.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Navassa

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Navassa
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000207 (84.5%)38 (15.5%)
$25,000 to $49,999401 (92.6%)32 (7.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999777 (97.5%)20 (2.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999176 (77.9%)50 (22.1%)
$100,000 and over241 (87.6%)34 (12.4%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Navassa

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Navassa
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 672 (54.5%)66 (50.0%)
6 to 18 Years182 (61.1%)141 (47.3%)
19 to 25 Years275 (66.3%)361 (87.0%)
25 to 34 Years50 (25.1%)119 (59.8%)
35 to 44 Years45 (16.9%)244 (91.4%)
45 to 54 Years42 (23.1%)126 (69.2%)
55 to 64 Years59 (33.0%)133 (74.3%)
65 to 74 Years253 (98.1%)166 (64.3%)
75 Years and over46 (100.0%)20 (43.5%)
Total1,024 (51.8%)1,376 (69.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Navassa

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Navassa
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years18 (12.2%)8 (6.1%)
18 to 34 Years5 (2.2%)7 (1.6%)
35 to 64 Years100 (36.6%)72 (20.3%)
65 to 74 Years54 (62.1%)23 (13.5%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Navassa

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Navassa: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years25 (9.2%)10 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years37 (42.5%)8 (4.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Navassa: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years36 (13.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years23 (26.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Navassa: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years18 (12.2%)8 (6.1%)
18 to 34 Years5 (2.2%)7 (1.6%)
35 to 64 Years32 (11.7%)29 (8.2%)
65 to 74 Years12 (13.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Navassa: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years64 (23.4%)51 (14.4%)
65 to 74 Years5 (5.8%)15 (8.8%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Navassa: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years12 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years38 (13.9%)6 (1.7%)
65 to 74 Years5 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Navassa

Computing Device Access in Navassa

Computing Device Access in Navassa
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop41866.3%
Smartphone54586.5%
Tablet37259.1%
No Computing Device6410.2%
Total630100.0%

Internet Access in Navassa

Internet Access in Navassa
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home44270.2%
Cellular Data Only589.2%
Satellite Internet406.4%
No Internet9715.4%
Total630100.0%

Navassa Summary

Navassa is a small town located in Brunswick County, North Carolina. It is situated on the banks of the Cape Fear River, approximately 20 miles north of Wilmington. The town has a population of approximately 1,500 people and is part of the Wilmington Metropolitan Statistical Area.

History

Navassa was founded in 1883 by the Navassa Phosphate Company, which was established to mine phosphate from the area. The company was owned by the prominent Wilmington businessman, John D. Bellamy. The town was named after the nearby Navassa Island, which was named after the Spanish navigator, Juan de la Navas. The town grew rapidly in the late 19th century, and by 1900, it had a population of over 1,000 people.
The town was incorporated in 1901 and was home to a variety of businesses, including a sawmill, a brickyard, a cotton gin, and a phosphate plant. The town also had a railroad station, which connected it to Wilmington and other nearby towns.
In the early 20th century, the town began to decline as the phosphate industry declined. The town was hit hard by the Great Depression and World War II, and by the 1950s, the population had dropped to just over 500 people.

Geography

Navassa is located in southeastern North Carolina, approximately 20 miles north of Wilmington. The town is situated on the banks of the Cape Fear River, and is surrounded by a variety of natural features, including the Green Swamp, the Brunswick River, and the Intracoastal Waterway.
The town has a total area of 1.2 square miles, all of which is land. The town is located in a humid subtropical climate zone, and has mild winters and hot, humid summers.

Economy

Navassa’s economy is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The town is home to a variety of farms, including vegetable farms, poultry farms, and hog farms. The town is also home to a number of tourist attractions, including the Navassa National Wildlife Refuge, the Navassa Island National Wildlife Refuge, and the Navassa Island State Park.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Navassa had a population of 1,479 people. The racial makeup of the town was 79.2% White, 16.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 3.5% from other races. The median household income was $31,250, and the median family income was $37,500.
Navassa is a small town with a rich history and a diverse population. The town is home to a variety of businesses and attractions, and is a popular destination for tourists and outdoor enthusiasts. The town is also home to a variety of farms, which provide employment opportunities for local residents.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Navassa?
Total Population of Navassa is 1,976.
What is the Total Male Population of Navassa?
Total Male Population of Navassa is 818.
What is the Total Female Population of Navassa?
Total Female Population of Navassa is 1,158.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Navassa?
There are 70.64 Males per 100 Females in Navassa.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Navassa?
There are 141.56 Females per 100 Males in Navassa.
What is the Median Population Age in Navassa?
Median Population Age in Navassa is 32.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Navassa
Average Family Size in Navassa is 3.6 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Navassa
Average Household Size in Navassa is 3.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Navassa?
Per Capita income in Navassa is $20,939.
What is the Median Family Income in Navassa?
Median Family Income in Navassa is $57,303.
What is the Median Household income in Navassa?
Median Household Income in Navassa is $50,694.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Navassa?
Income or Wage Gap in Navassa is 27.8%.
Women in Navassa earn 72.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Navassa?
Inequality or Gini Index in Navassa is 0.37.
How Large is the Labor Force in Navassa?
There are 814 People in the Labor Forcein in Navassa.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Navassa?
49.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Navassa.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Navassa?
Unemployment Rate in Navassa is 5.9%.