Vanceboro, NC is a small town located in Craven County with a population of 1,112 people and a population density of 557 people per square mile. It’s known for its picturesque scenery, friendly locals, and close proximity to outdoor activities. Local businesses include the Vanceboro Farm Life Elementary School, CarolinaEast Health System, and TJ’s Bar-B-Que. Year-round outdoor activities include camping in Croatan National Forest, fishing on Trent River and boating at the Vanceboro Boat Ramp. Other organizations found here are the Vanceboro Lions Club and the local chapter of 4H. Sports enthusiasts can catch a game at West Craven High School or attend the annual Goombay Festival each May.
The population in Vanceboro is 1,112. There are 649 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Vanceboro is 39.9, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Vanceboro is 2.7, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Vanceboro
- 38.8% are married
- 16.1% are divorced
- 22.7% are married with children
- 32.8% have children, but are single
Race in Vanceboro
- 48.1% are White
- 45.1% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.2% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 4.3% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.2% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander