Gulf Public RecordsNorth Carolina

Gulf, an unincorporated community in Chatham County, North Carolina, has a population of approximately 120 residents. The median age is around 48 years. The population is about 77% White, 15% Black or African American, 5% Hispanic or Latino, and 3% from other races or multiracial backgrounds. Gender distribution is roughly 52% male and 48% female. Gulf remains a small, close-knit rural community with a stable demographic profile.

Gulf City, located in Chatham County, NC, features a predominantly rural housing market with homeownership rates near 75%. Median home values are around $250,000, with annual appreciation close to 6% in recent years. Rental options are limited, with median rents approximately $1,200/month. Housing types primarily include single-family homes and some manufactured houses. Key neighborhoods are small and dispersed. Property taxes average 0.77% of assessed value, resulting in an annual tax of about $1,925 for a median-priced home, making the area relatively affordable compared to larger NC cities.

Gulf City, Chatham County, NC, is a rural area with limited educational institutions; there are no public schools directly in Gulf, with students typically attending schools in surrounding districts. Chatham County Schools district serves approximately 9,200 students across 19 schools, with a high school graduation rate of 90%. About 30% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety scores are above the state average, and programs include AP and vocational tracks. Adult education opportunities exist nearby via Central Carolina Community College, contributing to ongoing community learning and workforce development.

Transportation in Gulf city, Chatham County, NC, centers on personal vehicles, with over 90% of commuters driving alone and vehicle ownership rates exceeding 95% of households. Public transit options are limited, and less than 1% of residents use buses or carpool services. The average commute time is approximately 31 minutes, reflecting the region’s rural infrastructure and employment hubs in nearby Sanford, Siler City, and the Research Triangle. Major roadways like US-421 facilitate commuting, but walkability and bicycle infrastructure remain minimal.

Gulf City, in Chatham County, NC, lacks major hospitals; residents primarily access care in nearby Siler City or Pittsboro, with Chatham Hospital (25 beds) serving the region. Within Chatham County, there are over 20 primary care providers and clinics. About 53% of residents have employer-provided health insurance, 16% are covered by Medicaid, and 11% are uninsured. The population is 62% White, 19% Hispanic/Latino, and 17% Black. Common health issues include diabetes (11% prevalence), hypertension (32%), and obesity (36%). Access inequities persist, particularly for uninsured and Hispanic residents.