North Carolina Census Data (2020)
Key statewide indicators for North Carolina from the 2020 Census: population, median age, median household income, education attainment, poverty & uninsured rates, and broadband access.
Updated: 2025-08-23
What is the total population of North Carolina?
North Carolina has 10.6 million residents as of the 2020 Census. Explore district-level demographics or find your representatives.
Total Population
Estimated total residents based on the 2020 Census.
What is the median age in North Carolina?
The median age in North Carolina is 39.1 years. Compare districts on the demographics page.
Median Age
Half of residents are younger, half older than this age.
What is the median household income in North Carolina?
The median household income in North Carolina is $69,904. See how income varies by district on district demographics.
Median Household Income
Midpoint of household income distribution (in dollars).
What share of adults in North Carolina have a high school or bachelor’s degree?
In North Carolina, 12.9% of adults have a high school diploma or higher, and 34.7% have a bachelor’s degree or higher.
Education Levels
Share of adults 25+ with at least a high school diploma or a bachelor’s degree.
What are the poverty and uninsured rates in North Carolina?
In North Carolina, the poverty rate is 13.2% and the uninsured rate is 10.4%.
Poverty & Uninsured
Percent of people below the federal poverty line and the share without health insurance.
How many households in North Carolina have broadband?
In North Carolina, broadband access is 4,186,924 subscriptions. Number of broadband subscriptions reported.
Broadband
Number of broadband subscriptions reported.