Charlotte, NC Census Data
The largest city in North Carolina by population · 22 cities ranked
Charlotte is the largest city in North Carolina by population and ranks 10th of 22 for median household income. With 886,283 residents, it has a lower poverty rate than 14 other North Carolina cities. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
886,283
48.3% male · 51.7% female
Median Age
34.4
4.3 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$78,438
$100 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
47.4%
12.4% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 89.6%
Poverty Rate
11.7%
0.7% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 12.9%
Broadband Access
96.5%
6.8% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$351,500
Median rent: $1,504 · 52% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
4.4%
Labor force participation: 69.1%
Per Capita Income
$47,587
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
4.9%
Disability rate: 8.3%
How Charlotte Compares to Other North Carolina Cities
Rankings among all 22 North Carolina cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 1st of 22 | Top 10% |
| Highest Median Income | 10th of 22 | Top half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 8th of 22 | Top half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 9th of 22 | Top half |
| Highest Home Value | 9th of 22 | Top half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Charlotte, NC Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Charlotte, NC?
The population of Charlotte, NC is 886,283 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 34.4 years.
What is the median household income in Charlotte?
The median household income in Charlotte, NC is $78,438, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $47,587.
What is the poverty rate in Charlotte?
The poverty rate in Charlotte, NC is 11.7%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 12.9% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Charlotte residents have a college degree?
47.4% of adults (25+) in Charlotte hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 89.6% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Charlotte?
The median home value in Charlotte, NC is $351,500. Median rent is $1,504 per month, with 52% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Charlotte?
Charlotte's population is 41.5% White, 34.1% Black, 17.0% Hispanic or Latino, and 6.4% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Charlotte rank among North Carolina cities?
Charlotte is the 1st largest city in North Carolina by population, the 10th highest for median household income, the 8th lowest for poverty rate, the 9th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 22 ranked North Carolina cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Charlotte?
The unemployment rate in Charlotte, NC is 4.4%, with a labor force participation rate of 69.1%. Per capita income is $47,587.