North Carolina State Data

Connect with Your State Leaders in North Carolina

Meet the key players in North Carolina's state government, including the most prominent elected officials from the executive and legislative branches. These leaders oversee elections, enforce laws, manage state finances, and set the policy agenda for North Carolina.

Key executive branch officials

  • GovernorJosh Stein (D) - The state's chief executive who implements laws and manages the executive branch.
  • Secretary of StateElaine Marshall (D) - Oversees statewide elections, business registrations, and key public records.

Key legislative branch officials

  • Speaker of the HouseDestin Hall (R) - Leads the lower chamber and controls the flow of legislation and committee assignments.

2020 Census Data Shown

Key statewide indicators for North Carolina from the 2020 Census: population, median age, median household income, education attainment, poverty and uninsured rates, and broadband access.

Updated: 2025-09-25

Population in North Carolina (2020): 10.6 million residents

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.

Median age in North Carolina: 39.1 years

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.

Median household income in North Carolina: $69,904

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).

Education in North Carolina: HS or higher 12.9%; bachelor's or higher 34.7%

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.

Poverty and uninsured in North Carolina: poverty 13.2%; uninsured 10.4%

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.

Broadband in North Carolina: 4,186,924 subscriptions

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.

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