Living in Hoke County, North Carolina

Hoke County is a county in North Carolina with a population of around 52,671, part of the Fayetteville, NC MSA metro area. The main communities are Raeford.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,645/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $251K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 4.0%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 55°F) and hot summers (highs around 86°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Hoke County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 33 and a predominantly working-class population (18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes competitive.