Gibson, NC

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Population
455
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
249 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$80,800
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$748/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$25,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Gibson is a quiet small town in Scotland County, North Carolina, tucked into the Sandhills right along the South Carolina border. Life here moves at an easy, unhurried pace, surrounded by open farmland, pine woods, and scenic country roads. The town first hit its stride in the late 1800s when the railroad arrived, prompting early residents to build a depot, local stores, and an academy to connect area farms with regional markets.

Today, Gibson retains that heritage while offering a calm, friendly environment for anyone looking for a slower lifestyle. The old train depot has been restored into a community center, serving as a familiar gathering spot for local events and meetings. It is a peaceful, rural place to put down roots, with everyday necessities like grocery shopping, dining, and medical care just a short drive away in neighboring Laurinburg or across the state line.

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