| Population | 263,804 (2010-2014), rank #172 |
| Population Growth | -21.86% since 2005-2009, see rank |
| Population Density: | 114.16/sq mi, rank #339 |
| Median Household Income: | $48,581 at 2010-2014—6.35% increase since 2005-2009, rank #323 |
| Median House Price: | $199,000 at 2010-2014—1.89% increase since 2005-2009, rank #117 |
| Time Zone: | Eastern GMT -5:00 with Daylight Saving in the Summer |
| Land Area: | 1,908.30 sq mi, rank #240 |
| Water Area: | 402.51 sq mi (17.42%), rank #82 |
| State: | North Carolina |