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Prospect, NC
Census-designated place in Robeson County, North Carolina.
Population
907
Land area
3.9sq mi
People per sq mi
231
ZIP codes
0
Prospect and its ZIP codes
Prospect at a glance
- The median household income is $110,769, 53% above the North Carolina median of $72,388.
- A typical owner-occupied home is valued at $100,700 (65% below North Carolina).
Local data for Prospect, NC
Counts from official public data
Housing and community stats
Prospect, NC, American Community Survey 2020-2024
Median household income
$110,769
Poverty rate
21.7%
Median home value
$100,700
Homeownership
90.6%
Bachelor's or higher
34.7%
Median age
30.4
Average commute
35.1 min
Economy and federal money
Jobs, pay, income and spending are for Robeson County. PPP loans are for Prospect.
Unemployment rate
4.3%
Sep 2026, -1.0 pts in a year
Average annual pay
$47,214
37,260 jobs, 2025
Income per person
$46,550
BEA, 2024
Federal spending
$958M
FY 2026, $8,222 per person
How people get to work
Prospect, NC, workers 16 and older. American Community Survey 5-year estimates
- Drove alone86.8%
- Carpooled6.6%
- Public transit0.0%
- Walked0.0%
- Bicycle0.0%
- Taxi, ride-hailing, motorcycle or other0.0%
- Worked from home6.6%
Average one-way commute: 35.1 minutes for people who do not work from home.
Environment and hazard risk
Prospect, NC, from FEMA, NOAA and EPA
Natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Top: strong wind
Storm events since 1996
597
Countywide, mostly thunderstorm wind
Flood insurance policies
998
2.6% of homes, county
July high / Jan low
92° / 34°F
40.2 inches of rain a year
Health statistics
Share of adults in Prospect, NC, CDC PLACES estimates
Obesity
45.6%
U.S. 33.3% +12.3 pts
Diabetes
16.6%
U.S. 12.1% +4.5 pts
Smoking
22.1%
U.S. 12.8% +9.3 pts
Uninsured (18-64)
11.7%
U.S. 11.1% +0.6 pts
Cities near Prospect
| Name | Distance | Land area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|
| PembrokeTown | 4.3 mi | 3.2 |
| WakullaCensus-designated place | 4.6 mi | 0.9 |
| Red SpringsTown | 6.1 mi | 3.5 |
| MaxtonTown | 7 mi | 2.7 |
| ElrodCensus-designated place | 9 mi | 5.3 |
| ShannonCensus-designated place | 9.1 mi | 1 |
| RennertTown | 9.9 mi | 1.1 |
| RaemonCensus-designated place | 10 mi | 4.3 |
| RaynhamTown | 11 mi | 0.1 |
| McDonaldTown | 13 mi | 0.3 |
| RexCensus-designated place | 13 mi | 0.7 |
| WagramTown | 13 mi | 1.5 |
| DundarrachCensus-designated place | 14 mi | 1.3 |
| Lumber BridgeTown | 14 mi | 0.7 |
| Barker Ten MileCensus-designated place | 14 mi | 2.3 |
| LaurinburgCity | 14 mi | 12.5 |
Frequently asked questions
- What county is Prospect, NC in?
- Prospect is in Robeson County, North Carolina.
- What is the population of Prospect, NC?
- About 907 people live in Prospect, based on American Community Survey 5-year estimates.
- What cities are near Prospect?
- Nearby places include Pembroke (4.3 mi), Wakulla (4.6 mi), Red Springs (6.1 mi), Maxton (7 mi), Elrod (9 mi).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (TIGER/Line boundaries, American Community Survey) · Data as of 12/31/2023