Barker Heights, NC is a small town located in the Greater Raleigh area. The population of Barker Heights is estimated to be 1,256 people, making it one of the smallest towns in North Carolina. Despite its size, Barker Heights has many attractions and amenities to offer. There are several local businesses that provide unique products and services such as The White Rabbit Boutique, which carries vintage and handmade items, as well as Gina's Grocery Store which is popular among locals. Year-round outdoor activities include hiking at the nearby Falls Lake State Recreation Area or kayaking on Falls Lake. Other organizations in the area include the Barker Heights Book Club and a youth program hosted by the local church. Barker Heights also hosts an annual baseball tournament which has become very popular in recent years.
The population in Barker Heights is 1,256. There are 1,257 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Barker Heights is 45, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Barker Heights is 2.6, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Barker Heights
- 54.5% are married
- 17.1% are divorced
- 31.2% are married with children
- 18.4% have children, but are single
Race in Barker Heights
- 37.2% are White
- 16.6% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 44.6% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.7% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander